*Please note that safety eyes can be choking hazards and are NOT recommended for crochet plushies made for young children, pets etc* Let's make a simple crochet frog today! This frog teaches how to use all the basic skills for amigurumi to make a plushie and is a great project for those looking to practice their basic crochet skills to make their first plushie. For advanced crocheters, this frog can be quickly worked up in under an hour, making it perfect for those on a time crunch. You can find the FREE written pattern here: https://www.themaryjay.com/free-patterns/easy-beginner-crochet-frog-pattern Just in case you're not feeling the frog, another great beginner project that uses the same skills is my whale! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYl9ylfbdaQ&t=715s This Tutorial Covers: -Recommended Materials 0:15 *fabric scissors *yarn needle *a stitch marker *polyester fiber fill *7 mm hook *#6 super bulky blanket yarn (in green) *#4 worsted weight yarn (in black) *24 mm safety eyes (*Safety eyes can be CHOKING HAZARDS. They are NOT recommended for plushies made for young children etc*) You can find most of these items in a craft store or on my Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-5d85fa54 Disclosure: This is an affiliate link, which means I will earn a small commission if you use it to make a purchase. This is one way that helps to support me and let me continue to make free content for you.The materials listed are actual materials that I have used. -How to Crochet the Body 0:54 -How to Crochet the Eye Pieces 25:20 -Assembly (sewing on pieces and adding a mouth) 31:06 While this tutorial is made for beginners, it's helpful to already be familiar with the following skills: -Magic Ring/Magic Circle -Single Crochet -Increase -Decrease -Fasten Off You can learn more about these skills in my 5 Must-Know Beginner Amigurumi Skills video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm6lTub09lM To keep the video from running too long, I tried to work at a decent pace, but please don't hesitate to pause or slow down the video under settings if needed. Please do NOT duplicate, distribute, or sell the crochet pattern in this video without permission. However, you may gift, donate, or sell your finished pieces given that you give "The Mary Jay" credit for the pattern. Please link back to this video if you're selling online! :) My links: Browse my Crochet Blog (includes free written patterns): https://themaryjay.com Find my Crochet Patterns: https://themaryjay.patternbyetsy.com/.. . Find my full shop: https://themaryjay.patternbyetsy.com Hang out with me on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaryjay Stay updated with my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaryjay/