This is for a PDF Pattern ONLY

I’ve created this step by step written pattern- complete with photos, tips, tricks and helpful links- 5 info packed pages, over 20 high res images, and links to basics, stitches, and assembly videos.

American Terms
Difficulty: Comfortable Beginner
Comfortable with rows and round changes, increasing and decreasing, chain bumps, single crochet, and skipped stitches.

I used Paintbox Aran weight yarn, however you can use any size you desire, just adjust your hook to ensure there are no gaps in your stitches. The bigger the weight the larger the result will be.

My finished axolotl is approximately 2 inches across by 5 inches from head to tail.

Axolotls can vary in size and amount of yarn needed based on the type of yarn used, hook size and personal gauge.

***** A NOTE ON YARNS*****
Almost all of the yarns I use in my stash have been given to me, so they vary widely. However I suggest the same weight, and if possible the same brand if you are buying new skeins, of at least 3 oz of each color. This ensures that each piece will match in size and shape as “medium weight” can vary from brand to brand.

Colors needed will depend on your personal taste. I suggest two colors as long as they are the same weight.

Recommended Hook size: 3.25mm (used in pattern) or 3 mm

Supplies:

Yarn

Yarn Needle

Sewing pins

Fiber filling

Scissors

9 mm or 12 mm safety eyes - you can also use buttons or eyes of choice

OPTIONAL: magnet for safety pins

Crochet hook

Scrap yarn or stitch markers

Some pieces are worked in the round and some worked flat. Each piece is noted before you begin.