Meet this adorable, meditative hippo—a fun project that's not only easy to crochet but also makes a great gift or a cheerful decoration. Whether you’re new to crochet or already experienced, this pattern will guide you in creating a charming hippo practicing its yoga poses.

This beginner-friendly pattern is detailed across 19 pages and includes over 30 step-by-step photos to ensure clarity at every stage.

The pattern uses US terms.

The following skills are required: magic ring, slip stitch, chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, increasing and decreasing stitches, crocheting in rounds and rows, spiral rounds.

Difficulty: 3 out of 5 (several individual pieces to sew together)

The hippo will be approximately 18 cm tall and 23 cm wide.

Materials:

• Yarn (e.g., Schachenmayr Bravo, 100% acrylic, length 133m per 50g skein; color: light gray heather, 08295)
• Crochet hook, size 3.5 mm
• Black, white, and pink yarn scraps
• Yarn needle, sewing needle
• Fiberfill stuffing
• 2 safety eyes, 9 mm (eyes can also be embroidered)
  -> Approximately 1.5 skeins of gray yarn are needed (~200m).