Crochet Whale for Absolute Beginners | Easy, NO-SEW Tutorial

[@lavenderquartz]

The whale is adorable and the instructions are clear. I’ll be using this as I help a friend learn to crochet. One type-o on row 4… the stitch count is 24, not 18.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm glad it's been helpful, and thanks for the correction!

[@ChrisStills818]

@@littleworldofwhimsy Just unpicked mine because I thought it was wrong. Thanks for the brilliant video but please could you pin lavenderquartz's message at the top so others won't do the same. Thank you again! ❤

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

@@ChrisStills818 sorry about that - just pinned it!

[@ChrisStills818]

@@littleworldofwhimsy no problem at all! I love your videos. X

[@ThePretendJudge]

TYSM for this!! I started crochet yesterday & this is my 1st real project 💙 Thankyou Creator for listening & pinning!! New subscriber 🥰

[@caracampbell4960]

I’ve been trying for DAYS to make a whale and kept failing, with your video I finally did it!!!! Thank you!!!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm so happy to hear that!!! Best of luck 💕💕💕

[@tameraflora2620]

I struggled from the get go with the magic circle from other videos - for whatever reason that took a bit for me to catch onto. Then once I got that down my biggest hurdle was knowing where the stitches were - with the yarn being the same color it all looked the same to me. Until I watched your video tutorial that was very clearly explained and helped it finally click. I completed this little whale and while it’s not perfect it turned out so cute. My very first attempt. Patterns and videos can seem overwhelming to beginners - thank you for not just the breakdown (which was done very well and was easy to follow) but having the full flow from start to finish. Nothing is more frustrating than starting or trying to follow a tutorial that glosses over information like everyone just automatically knows it. Now I’ll start 2024 off with a new little 🐳 and what’s looking like a new hobby. ❤

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Tamera, thanks so much for the sweet message. I'm really grateful that this video came to you at the right time! It's tough because obviously not all crochet tutorials can be as detailed as this since it would take way too long, so I geared this video specifically for absolute beginners who need ground up help. After this project, I'm sure you'll be able to follow along with tutorials that go a little faster!! I'm so excited for your new hobby and congrats on your new little 🐋!

[@tameraflora2620]

@@littleworldofwhimsy yes that’s for sure - now it’s so much easier to follow other patterns. I want to try them all of course since they’re all just so cute!

[@Nakshatra_17]

THIS MADE MY DAY LIKE FOR PAST 3 DAYS IVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR A GOOD INSTRUCTOR OR A GOOD BEGINNER FRIENDLY TUTORIAL FINALLY I FOUND UR VIDEO LIKE THANK YOU SO DAMN MUCH THIS MEANS ALOT 💗

[@sheilapitts6220]

You are a GREAT instructor! This is the first time I have ever seen a video where they actually show you what the first stitch looks like, etc. This is the part that has always tripped me up. Great website too. For others reading these reviews - well worth your time; you will not be disappointed.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Sheila, I'm so happy to hear that you found this tutorial so helpful! This is the video that's meant to help complete beginners get off the ground 🥰 Happy crocheting!

[@PetaNScott]

Finally someone who uses clear instructions and repeats! Thank you so much! I am a complete beginner and was able to keep up. 😊❤🎉

[@a-zroblox4698]

I’m still working on the whale, and I started crochet about 2 months ago.. this is my first project!! I’m so excited to finish it and I just realized I could make a little beret for the whale!! Best instructor ever!!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

You can do it!

[@Bruhhhhhhh1345]

This is the BEST tutorial I’ve ever come across. I sure hope you keep uploading more! Thank you so much for helping!!!!!

[@junerae8164]

Tysm. You don’t understand how much pain I went through trying to do anything that included a magic ring. And now I have a beautiful pink blob of a whale. Once again, you made my day and Tysm.

[@raisinnet7859]

this is such a well-made tutorial! I just started crocheting yesterday and now I have the cutest little whale! I'm gonna be making so many of these in different colors! thank you so much for all the hard work you put into this

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it and so excited for you to make more ❤️ thanks for the kind message, I really appreciate it!

[@lizbiffen8702]

Hi from South Africa Thank you for your tutorial. I am 72 and have thoroughly enjoy making your whale. I learnt to crochet when I was 14 years old BUT was put off it very quickly. I started a few months ago with headbands then progressed to a beanie My first toy I crochet was your whale. My grand kids love them So once again thank you

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Liz, thanks for sharing your story and I'm delighted to hear that you recently made your first ami!! This is a huge accomplishment and I'm so excited for you ❤️❤️ thank you!!

[@shresthachatterjee1707]

I made a whale...at the end i messed up my counting and it became a little long 😕 but it still looks like a whale and it is still cute. This boosted my confidence so much! Thank you!!!!! Thanks for sharing and helping me out. My grandmothers are crochet experts and so being able to learn to crochet makes me feel close to them. I will make something for my loved ones. Thanks again.

[@laurapomonti5797]

This was the first amigurumi I ever made, I had to go back and thank you!! Honestly, I've watched my fair share of tutorials before stumbling upon this one - my biggest problem: I always had SUCH a hard time counting the stitches and finding which one I should insert my hook into but you explain with such patience and pedagogy, it finally clicked!! Can never thank you enough haha, thanks to your video I was able to progress really quickly 🤩

[@careenjutras6474]

Your tutorial is the only one that has worked for me! Thank you so much! I did have a few wrong stitch counts but it still worked out great, can’t wait to try again and make sure everything is right. Thanks again!

[@greenhelechos7]

Omg. I had such a hard time doing the magic ring😢, then my friend from the crochet arugami class send me this to help. And boy oh boy! Voila! I got it . And I'm sooo happy. Thank you so much!🎉😊

[@jamiebond8954]

This was AMAZING! I have only ever crocheted straight lines and felt terrified at any other shape. Your thorough video, with such clear instructions gave me the confidence to complete it and want to try others! Thank you!!!🎉

[@murphymiller4299]

Most wonderful tutorial ive ever followed! Desperately wanted to get into crochet but no one else explained the steps in such detail! Thankyou so much!

[@fascher_]

Thank you so much for making this video!!! In a few hours I was able to make my first amigurimi :D I've been looking at various tutorials and this was by far the most clear to understand!! Thank youuuu

[@justme_zainab]

TYSMMMMM ❤ this is my first crotchet project, and because of ur tutorial it was so fun and easy

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Great job!

[@Creamsicles]

Thank you so much I went through some road bumps but I made it in the end and definitely learned some important skills. For my first amigurumi project I am very happy with it, and can’t wait to go out and make more :)🙏

[@user-ks5yr6mv3c]

Thank you so much! I have been watching other videos on how to make crochet stuffies but they don’t go over how to the steps! Thank you, this really helped!!☺️☺️

[@luvbugg0101]

This was amazing! Best beginner video i have watched! I love “work-a-longs” lol

[@SimCat567]

I just completed this tutorial and my whale turned out pretty good! I'm a complete beginner, so I watched a different tutorial first that taught me how to chain and single crochet which is all this whale pattern uses, apart from the magical circle which is explained well in this video. Thank you so much for a great totorial.

[@favo63]

Thank you so much!! I tried to make a whale as my first crochet project ever and kept failing with other tutorials somehow. I finally made a whale looking crochet thanks to this tutorial!❤️

[@tiffanysuth]

Thank you so much your video has got me started on crochet! Something I was doing wrong and couldn't figure out until now is I was pulling the first loop through the second loop. Always leaving two loops on. When I finally figured that out it all went a lot smoother.

[@ShyStarAurora]

I just started crocheting so i can make stuff for my 2 boys. My first is almost 2 and my second should be here any day. This tutorial helps so so so much i can't wait to finish and give it to my son he loves small stuffies. I cant wait to get started on baby blankets and so much more ❤

[@avianKneecaps]

great tutorial !! this was my first ever successful amigurumi project and made a great birthday gift for my little sister! turns out this pattern works well with velvet yarn too

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Awesome!! I'm so happy to hear that 😁 so excited for you to make many many more :)

[@Vjtopper]

omg! I havent found a single video explaining things so good + you give us tips and this is my first time doing amingurumi and im done with round one! Wish me luck !❤ Edit- i am done with round 2 Edit - i am done with round 3! It is starting to form into amigurumi Edit 4- I am finished! While it doesn't look as good as yours, it is still pretty cute! Thanyou so much for this video and you are the best crocheter in this world! ❤❤

[@Cherry5-px7gi]

Thank you SO much! I could not find a clear absolute beginner video, until now! You helped me so much with learning, you are AMAZING! You earned yourself a new sub 😀

[@vladdanchuk6757]

im so excited with that video, i made my first ever amigurumi! thanks for that tutorial really much

[@Tessuma]

Yay, I made a whale! It's a great tutorial, you are nice and thorough. It's my first amigurumi, my second project ever. I made a simple blanket first to get the hang of crocheting. Thanks for your instruction :) I'm planning to make Waffle the chubby bear my next amigurumi.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Congrats!!!! I'm glad you found the tutorial helpful

[@ammaarahfarheen896]

This was my first amugurimi project and it was so easy to understand tysm !

[@lucy11silhouette]

Only just started doing crochet and I couldn’t understand the instructions in the beginners kit I got! After following this video I feel like I can actually achieve something now, the instructions are really clear and it’s such a cute project!❤️

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm so glad it was helpful! I think this is a great first project for beginners and hopefully it'll get you jump started

[@katesitter]

Thank you for being so clear and such a wonderful teacher! My 10 year old daughter loves to crochet and is so excited to learn amigurumi and so many of the videos are so hard for us! Keep it up!!

[@user-nl3ch2nt4f]

Your instructions are so clear for absolute beginners. I'm halfway done with the whale. Thank you and looking forward to more videos.❤

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm so glad this has been helpful!! Excited for you to finish it 💕💕

[@averydube7263]

This is an amazing tutorial! After trying to crochet a whale ur vid finally helped me! Your vids are amazing!❤

[@Beryoloji]

THIS IS THE BEST TURORIAL EVER ❤❤❤❤ THANK YOU VERY MUCH I FINISHED MY FIRST PROJECT

[@fwpy2007]

Thanks for this! Am following step by step.

[@MarkusZiet]

I managed to do it and I never crocheted before in my life. A VERY good first time tutorial. Thank You.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Congratulations!!! That's no easy feat 🎉 so excited for you!

[@TheEmbrio]

Yes this is truly for a first project. Finally. Thanks

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Thanks so much and glad it’s working for you!

[@mashymellow4744]

Finally done 1 arugumi - whale....luv ur step by step teaching. Though some stitches might have made my whale shape turn different but still happy it's completed. Thks.

[@lookbusy9112]

Thank you! This is a perfect video for beginners.

[@persimmon325]

Thank you for making this tutorial :) started and finished my first ever crochet project with this whale and he is ugly but he is finished and he is mine. Thanks to you I've now learned magic circle, single crochet, increase, decrease, and chain. Can't wait to take this knowledge and make more things!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I’m so happy this tutorial helped you get started!! Now you can go forth and tackle all sorts of amigurumi 💕💕

[@ThePretendJudge]

Thanks so much! This was my 1st ever crochet project!!! Came out amazing. Very forgiving if you mess up stitch count on your first go ❤

[@kathryneb9555]

I just made my first whale with your tutorial. It was very helpful and informative. Thank you so much!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesthorpe7998]

Thank you for such an amazing and detailed video… with this video I’ve made my first TWO whales in the past two days!! Honestly loved this video and how If was actually beginner friendly. I would love for you to film more tutorials like this for other cute plushies :)

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I’m so glad this video helped you get over the hump for your first amigurumi! I had a hard time getting started too and am glad to provide a really good, actually beginner friendly tutorial. This one is meant to get you off on the right track so you can watch other, more general tutorials in the future! Definitely working on more videos 💕

[@greenannie1]

You are a great teacher Thank you.

[@user-sc3ot4zn9h]

Thank you. The fins and tails attached to the whales body technique is genius!

[@gabriellafox2981]

Thank you. This was easy to understand, and very fun to make :)

[@Hailydaves]

thank for this tutorial easy to understand! mine came out great i love it!

[@user-nv5bi7oq3m]

OMG i actually did it! thank you so much! It was my first success. Please do more of these! We all love it! Last thing, thank you so much for putting the pattern written! Im gonna make more of these!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Omg!!! That's so good to hear! Glad you appreciate the written pattern, it's a great way to learn :)

[@kirstenmelrosemusic]

This video was very helpful! The instructions where super clear and easy to follow. thank you!

[@LindeMonbaliu-sf2dj]

I can't believe that so little people liked. Thank you very much for the video!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad you liked it!

[@jetv6775]

Thank you so much for uploading this I've finally been able to do the magic circle and I've completed my whale he's a lot bigger than yours I added in extra stitches not sure how lol but it's done and he's so cute thank you very much I appreciate it a lot many thanks Jess 😊

[@user-wl3zt3vr9u]

After 5 hours solid , I managed it , I wasn’t giving up , I’ve just learned granny squares , but mine came out bigger I seem to have more stitches after the 12th increase row , but it came out ok

[@vomitextract]

HAHAH ME TOO 5 solid hours and i finally made it for my first crochet project! :D

[@TaraAndFriends]

I know it's been a year... But I was so confused on how to make the flat circle into a tube shape for the kitten project I'm working on... I'm so glad I found your video, because now I know that it will just take it's own shape as I go. I looked again and I see it IS starting to pull itself inwards after all... So I'm glad you could help solve my issue!! I was so tragically confused lol. I know I'm a mess, haha 😂

[@MrsHouseTakeNewVegas]

This is the only video i managed to finish! Ok my whale is wonky but hes so cute thank you so much!

[@sasaalien1215]

The best tutorial ever I made a pink one and it turned out great!! Thank you yiu taught ne to crochet you sre so kind and this whale is so cute🥰🎉🌠🐳

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Thanks!! A pink one sounds really cute 🥰🥰 I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@livmullarkey4286]

THANKYOU! I COMPLETED IT AND IM SO HAPPY!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Yay!!!!!! So happy for you!!!

[@NE-kh3ly]

I just made my first ever project with this and my little whale is so cute! Thanks a lot for your very clear step by step instructions and tips!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad you enjoyed!!!

[@NE-kh3ly]

@@littleworldofwhimsy in fact i made another one straight after! that one turned out even cuter :) i think i'll make a little army using your video now! so really thank you SO much, you explained and showed it all so well

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

@@NE-kh3ly ahhh I love that!!!

[@Idk-pv6co]

My Little whale crochet turned out pretty good! Minus the fact I accidentally put one of the eyes one above where I was supposed to 😅 But This tutorial was really easy to follow along with as someone who new to crochet :) And even tho I got a little frustrated during the few beginning rows it all worked out in the end :) Ty!!

[@sunshine-ek6bo]

I just found my crochet hook and yarn and black pearls while cleaning the house today xD So I am trying this! What a coincidence.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

That's awesome!!!! I believe in you 🤗

[@user-fy8cq8di8l]

I’ve seen a bunch of videos. This one helped me the most. Thank you

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Melani, I’m glad to hear it!

[@SydneyLedesma-sl8fx]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! Super easy to follow for this beginner. I really appreciate the time you put into this. :)

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@jenniferkim1504]

I followed this tutorial and I can't believe I actually did it! I made some mistakes and I somehow managed to make it about 4x the size of yours but I'll take it!!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Yayyyy!!!! Congratulations, I know the feeling 😂😂🥲🥲 the second one will be easier, I promise!

[@user-mp6ju3xu3v]

Such an amazing tutorial! I pulled a random thread and messed up after doing it for like an hour though 😭

[@Ferrist1]

This was so great and fun to follow! Thank you.

[@milyol89]

Thank you!! I feel like is the best video so far explaining how to do it. I'm completely new to this and was so confused with other videos. Trying this tonight🥳

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad it helped!

[@clarypop2422]

Omg i started learning a week ago and this is my first project and I’m halfway thru with the lil whale body (lil bowl stage 🥣🥣🥣) and I’m so excited cuz it’s resembling a SPHERE and I might CRY !!!

[@Plum_Buttercup]

Thank you so much for making this tutorial! It was really easy to follow and I love my little whale!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching 💕

[@jesseyork695]

Love the whale, finally finished an amigurumi. Super clear instructions. One thing that I did struggle with though was that round 3 and round 4 both say 18 stitches at the end of the round, ended up looking at your written pattern to confirm that count was 24 stitches for round 4. :D

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Jesse - sorry about that, you’re correct. I pinned a comment and added it to the description but it’s hard to edit the video without completely reuploading :(

[@jesseyork695]

ah...I see no worries...I was watching on tv so unable to see the comment lol... I go it figured out, love the video and it is super great@@littleworldofwhimsy

[@fikriyahhalizan3852]

i made a whale but now its a fish or a narwhale tysm ur my lifesaver

[@kathy4451]

Your a wonderful teacher! Thank you!😊

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

You are so welcome!

[@xyan7601]

This tutotrial is amazing i swear , but i am having problems hahahaha , ur very kind and the instrucstion are clear, i will be trying it later again . I did the first part then i was confused XD . not really gonna give up until i am able to make one . thank uuuu for the videooo

[@bigfrug]

This was so helpful!! I’ve been so confused abt which hole is the stitch like where do I shove the hook?? But this answered all my questions I feel so powerful, thank u

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi! I’m so glad this helped you - best of luck on your crochet journey!!

[@donnathompson6694]

I will be trying next to make one my self. Tu❤️

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

You can do it! I believe in you 💖

[@c1nbr4d]

Very clear instructions. Thank you.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad it helped, thanks!

[@LeafyBunny]

Hi! I commented on your waffle bear video, and thank you so much for recommending this video for me! I am a beginner so it was hard to make the waffle bear, this video helped me understand more about crocheting thank you!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hello again! I’m really glad that the recommendation helped - this is always the project I recommend for first timers. I’m glad it’s going better this time!

[@Nakshatra_17]

THANK YOU SO DAMN MUCH♡

[@JohannesAN]

Omg i had such a hard time with the Magic ring and have been watching tutorials for about 5 hours… and when i tried your i finished so fast❤ did you make the design?

[@tushmidasgupta395]

This tutorial is actually so adorable and super easy to get through but i always end up lesser stitches, nonetheless tysm❤

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Ahhh that happened to me too all the time when I first started - you're doing great, trust me!!

[@tushmidasgupta395]

@@littleworldofwhimsy tyvm for the encouragement, lots of love to you ❤️

[@samarpitaparida12]

Thank you!❤

[@dollynaidoo150]

Absolutely easy and quick, I will definitely make them for our projects, please send me an easy pattern for octopus.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

So glad this helped!! I don't have a pattern for an octopus right now but will definitely add it to the list ☺️

[@user-ob8bf8qv2z]

Thank you❤

[@kirstenmelrosemusic]

I have the pattern in My head… through the stitch, twist the hook, yarn through… 😉

[@brittney1279]

Awesome tutorial! Can you use any kind of yarn with this pattern? I have a really chunky yarn but I don’t know what size hook to use with it

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Glad you enjoyed it! You can easily substitute this with a worsted weight or bulky chunky yarn (I would recommend a 4.0mm hook). If you have a giant yarn (like Sweet Snuggles), I would recommend you use my jumbo narwhal pattern instead: littleworldofwhimsy.com/jumbo-narwhal-free-crochet-pattern/ (I recommend a 5.0mm hook). Let me know if you need more clarification!

[@cam760]

making the magic ring is so difficult

[@zontzooit-ss4kj]

bro i thought it was like 16 min but its an hour and 15 minutes thaz insane

[@angieantczak9305]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

You are so welcome!

[@sukritijha7210]

Thank you so much

[@hkicprijune9800]

Made it to 1k !!😊

[@dianaruiz6558]

Hello I saw your video I recently bought things for me to start to crochet because you’ve inspired me! ❤🎉 and I had a question can I do the same thing but with any yarn like thicker yarn for instance? (I just saw it’s called plush yarn)

[@emmxx2]

this was so helpful thank you so much for teaching me!!❤

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

I’m so glad this was helpful!!! You’re very welcome 💕💕

[@emmxx2]

thank you for answering me ur so kind!!!

[@kolorowyswiatinki65119]

Easy and cute! I from Poland.

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Yay!! I'm glad you like it 😁

[@kathytincler2446]

I've watched so many of these tutorials and I get to a certain point whether it be at the start or middle or near end and the instructor assumes I know mor than I do and I get lost and confused and quit. Your tut is so perfect!! But I have hand/arm issues, so the hook size just won't do for me. Could you please, possibly recommend a hook several sizes larger with an appropriate plush size yarn to go with it? I'm so new to crochet so don't have a clue to figuring out specs. I was so happy to come across your channel. I liked and sub'd. Tfs

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi Kathy, thanks for commenting and glad this has been helping. If you want to size up, I would recommend you use Bernat Blanket yarn (super bulky) and a 5mm hook. I would NOT recommend that you use a plush or chenille yarn because those yarns are incredibly hard to work with (not to mention poorly made so they shed like crazy).

[@kathytincler2446]

@@littleworldofwhimsy Thank you sooo much....that would all be doable for me!

[@LiZanHiu]

Wonderful tutorial, but I was wondering if in round 10 we skip the stitch that holds the fins/tail, the total stitch in the end wouldn't be 30, or did I missed count?

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi! You’re right - at the round where we create the fins and tail each of those do take up one stitch, so when we work round 10 you’ll be skipping a stitch for each of those three. However, since we don’t want to decrease three stitches in that round I usually end up just adding back the three stitches as I work around the fins and tail to balance out the stitches that we skipped. I didn’t mention this in the video because honestly the final stitch count doesn’t matter too much for beginners as long as you’re able to get the fins and tail in place, but hopefully this answers your question!

[@Percy_PotterEdits21]

I keep trying to do this but the hook i was given is too big so all my stitches are really loose and not very stitch-looking :(( Im gonna try again if i can get a smaller hook

[@Loviebirds]

29:36 saving my spot 🌷

[@sarahsaci69]

thanksss!!

[@pi.m.10]

Im planning to do thid but want the belly to be in a different colour what exactly do i do different and when. I mean im cwn learn how to change colours in other videos bjt when do i change it? Could you tell me at wht time of the video o have to do this? Of course ill take every exta advice kf you have any. Thanks for answering

[@littleworldofwhimsy]

Hi there! I would suggest that you switch to the white belly yarn at round 11 until the end. You can follow this tutorial on how to change color: littleworldofwhimsy.com/how-to-change-colors-in-amigurumi-easy-photo-tutorial/. Switching at round 11 should get you a cute white belly on the bottom! Let me know if you have any other questions :)