Affirmation Crayon Crochet Pattern
Positive Potatoes and other positive Affirmation Amigurumis are all the rage at the moment – especially if you love to crochet cute gifts for friends or even sell fun items at market stalls and fairs. Well.. if you love these as much as we do, I have the perfect project AND crochet book for you today! Sharing this wonderful (and free) Affirmation Crayon Crochet Project from the new Amigurumi Affirmations book with you here! Get a taste for how easy it to make these and grab more crochet affirmation patterns in the book!
Crochet Affirmation Patterns – The Crayon
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About Amigurumi Affirmations
Oh my oh my oh my. When I saw this book land in my “inbox”, I knew this would be a winner. I mean.. who DOESN’T LOVE the emotional support potato that has been making the rounds in the last few years. I LOVE the potato.. this book, takes this uber popular crochet item and expands on this super theme of Amigurumi Affirmations (or go directly to the Quarto listing here) and brings 30 of the cutest crochet designs INCLUDING cut out affirmations at the back of the book!!! Amigurumi Affirmations is the brain child of Lee Sartori the creator behind CoCo Crochet Lee and many many MANY Crochet Books! So she really does know what she is doing when creating and writing wonderful patterns for you to try out!
Today you can try out a sample project – the Affirmation Crayon – a great way to “try before you buy” – but warned.. you will try.. and you will WANT TO buy!!
Amigurumi Affirmations is out in Jan 2026. Order your copy today and fill Jan 2026 with positive affirmation joy!
Publication info:
- 30 Cute and Easy Crochet Projects to Brighten Your Day and Lift Your Spirits – Includes printed and downloadable cards!
- Lee Sartori
- FRONTLIST | Jan 6, 2026 | On Sale Date: Jan 6, 2026
- 9780760397701
- Quarry Books
Abbreviations used throughout the Amigurumi Affirmations Book
American Crochet terminology is used throughout the book!
- beg = begin(ning)
- BLO = back loop(s) only
- ch = chain(s)
- dc = double crochet
- FLO = front loop(s) only
- hdc = half double crochet
- inv-dec = invisible decrease
- rep = repeat
- rnd(s) = round(s)
- RS = right side
- sc = single crochet
- sc2tog = single crochet
- 2 stitches together
- sk = skip
- sl st = slip stitch
- sp(s) = space(s)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- WS = wrong side
Amigurumi Crayon Crochet Pattern
by Lee Sartori
Hey there, colorful soul! We love to see your colors shine bright! But even if you have the blues, don’t forget that even broken crayons still color! Enjoy crocheting these adorable crayon amigurumi in any color you choose! The possibilities for color-specific affirmations are endless.
AFFIRMATIONS for THE CRAYON
Some great positive puns for you to try out with the affirmations crayon!
- Don’t forget hue you are.
- You’re the brightest crayon in the box!
- You color the world with awesomeness.
- Don’t be afraid to color outside the lines.
- Let your colors shine bright.
Measurements of the Crayon
6 1/2″ (16.5 cm) × 1 1/2″ (3.8 cm)
Yarn used to make these Crochet Crayons
Worsted weight (#4 medium)
Shown here:
- Red Crayon: WeCrochet Swish Worsted 110 yd (100 m), 1 3/4 oz (50 g), 100% fine superwash merino wool: 1 ball each N4131 Phoenix (A) and 23876 Black (C) Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice, 170 yd (156 m), 3 1/2 oz (100 g), 100% acrylic: 1 ball 860-113 Scarlet (B)
- Blue Crayon: WeCrochet Swish Worsted 110 yd (100 m), 1 3/4 oz (50 g), 100% fine superwash merino wool: 1 ball each 26645 Electric Blue (A), 28656 Arctic (B), and 23876 Black (C)
- Purple Crayon: WeCrochet Swish Worsted 110 yd (100 m), 1 3/4 oz (50 g), 100% fine superwash merino wool: 1 ball each 25147 Amethyst Heather (A), N4108 Allium (B),
- and 23876 Black (C)
Hook
US Size G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to work tightly.
Gauge
Exact gauge is not critical for this piece. Work tightly to ensure stuffing does not show through.
Notions
- Yarn needle
- Polyester stuffing
- Black embroidery thread
- Black craft wire
- 3 pairs of 6 mm black safety eyes
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
- Card stock
- Hot glue or double-sided tape
How to make the Amigurumi Crayon
With A, make a magic loop.
Rnd 1: Work 4 sc in loop; join with sl st in first sc—4 sc.
Rnd 2: Working in BLO, ch 1, sc in next 4 sc, sc in sl st used to join previous rnd, do not join—5 sc.
Rnd 3: Work 2 sc in next st, sc in each st around—6 sc.
Rnds 4–9: Rep Rnd 3—12 sc in Rnd 9.
Rnd 10: Work 2 sc in each st around—24 sc.
Rnd 11: Working in BLO, sc in each st around; join with sl st in first sc.
Change to B.
Rnd 12: Ch 1, sl st in each st around; join with sl st in first sl st—24 sl sts.
Rnd 13: Ch 1, working in BLO, sc in each st around; join with sl st in first sc.
Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with sl st in first sc.
Change to C.
Rnds 15 and 16: Rep Rnds 12 and 13.
Change to B.
Rnd 17 and 18: Rep Rnds 12 and 13.
Change to C.
Rnds 19 and 20: Rep Rnds 12 and 13.
Change to B.
Rnds 21 and 22: Rep Rnds 12 and 13.
Rnd 23: Ch 1, sc in each st around, do not join.
Rnds 24–33: Sc in each st around, joining at the end of Rnd 33 only.
Add safety eyes between Rnds 29 and 30, about 3 sts apart.
Stuff Crayon and continue stuffing as work progresses.
Change to C.
Rnds 34–42: Rep Rnds 15–23, joining at the end of Rnd 42.
Change to A.
Rnds 43 and 44: Rep Rnds 12 and 13.
Rnd 45: Ch 1, working in BLO, [sc in next st, sc2tog, sc in next st] around; join with sl st in first sc—18 sc.
Rnd 46: Ch 1, [inv-dec, sc in next st] around; join with sl st in first st—12 sc.
Rnd 47: Ch 1, inv-dec around; join with sl st in first st—6 sc.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew remaining 6 sts closed.
Finishing
For each Crayon, cut a piece of black craft wire about 4 to 5 times as long as the width of the piece. Gently poke the wire through center of piece at arm level, leaving equal-length ends sticking out of sides for arms.
Using black embroidery thread, embroider smiles in a V shape below the eyes.
Write or print an inspirational message on card stock and cut to desired size. Use hot glue or double-sided tape to attach sign to hands.
Weave in ends.
Done!! You have made your very first Positive Affirmatiosn Amigurumi!! Well done!
Got a taste for it? Then you simply HAVE to check out the whole Affirmations Amigurumi Book here – 29 MORE amazing projects to explore! Which will you make the? Chicken? Or the Taco? Will you go “classic” with the crochet support potato… or will your explore and discover some more unique projects?
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