HUMAN SIZED TURTLE ✨ FREE Tutorial; Beginner Friendly Amigurumi Pattern

~✸ Hello! If you prefer a PDF version of this pattern and more of a step-by-step guide, you can purchase it on my shop (www.etsy.com/shop/crochetbygenna) ~✸
I'm sooo excited to share this video with you all! So many people requested this tutorial so I'm ~giving the people what they want!~ I'm super sorry if this tutorial is a little hard to follow, I originally didn't film it as a tutorial so a lot of this video is me figuring out the pattern through trial and error! I appreciate you all being patient and processing everything with me as I go! Thanks so much for the love and support! Reach out if you have any questions and please tag me on Instagram/credit me if you use this pattern!! xoxo
If you'd like to send me mail: [TBD, setting up new PO Box ❤️]
#crochet #plushies #smallbusiness #amigurumi #tutorial
★ HELPFUL TIME STAMPS ★
-Head (part 1): 3:38
-Head (part 2): 8:34
-Head (part 3): 9:52
-Front fins: 12:18
-Back fins: 17:32
-Tail: 19:46
-Shell (part 1): 22:30
-Shell (part 2): 24:22
-Shell (part 3): 25:17
-Shell (part 4): 26:24
-Shell (part 5): 26:35
-Shell (part 6): 26:42
-Shell (part 7): 27:43
-Shell (part 8): 27:50
-Shell (part 9): 28:28
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★ MATERIALS ★
☞Sweet snuggles yarn (4 skeins in body color, 1 skein in shell color)
☞Two 30 mm safety eyes
☞Polyester fiberfill
☞Stitch markers
☞9 mm hook (if you want the same size)
☞Yarn needle (for closing)
☞Finished turtle measurements using a 9 mm hook and sweet snuggles yarn is 24” long by 26" wide
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★ EQUIPMENT USED ★
iPhone 13 Pro Max
CapCut
Final Cut Pro
Canvas Lamp
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★ MUSIC ★
All music is from Epidemic Sound
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★ Crochet Friends ★
1,060 (:

[@crochetbygenna]

Sooo excited to share this with all of you! Can't wait to see all your jumbo turtles

[@user-xe8ib4zq9n]

Love you don't give up

[@crochetbygenna]

@@user-xe8ib4zq9n thanks so much❤️

[@dooooodlesz]

Am I allowed to use this pattern for myself, and to then sell it? (Not a store, a small craft fair) edit: it's fine if it's a no :)

[@siamese35]

@@dooooodlesz you can never sell someone else’s pattern.

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

Maui ask if you have a video on how you price your creations? ❤️🇨🇦

[@marypaul7774]

I made a jumbo turtle for my niece. It was massive! I used a 20mm hook. And I couldn't tell you how many skiens of yarn I used. It literally takes up her whole twin sized bed. I'll tag you on Instagram. 😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Ohh my gosh that sounds amazing! Your niece is probably obsessed, that’s so amazing!! I cant wait to see it :)

[@johannarojas2423]

​@@crochetbygennaen español , puedes hacer paso a paso por favor saludos de Perú

[@jilliantenuta81]

What yarn did you use and how much because I would love to make one😊

[@tartaglia.]

Do you have an approximation for the no. of yarn skeins? Thank you.

[@JENKINCT]

that is awesome!

[@sandracarpenter144]

As crocheters we get it. Even while I crochet I have an internal conversation much like you have vocalized. I love it as it helps me to learn this craft. I usually error on getting too much yarn as I hate cutting it close. Never hurts as I may find another use. Thank you for sharing.

[@DANDYJANEASMR]

OMG GIRL, i crochet and i am TOTALLY WITH YOU ON THE HAND EXERCISES!!

[@user-xb8hq4ui1j]

love this!!! just started crocheting couple of days ago and you make it so easy to follow along thank you sm for this tutorial

[@katherinebrown7]

I love hearing your process and thinking it thru. And Voice-over Jenna is too fun.

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much hehe🥰❤️

[@jenjenz95]

The plushies just keep getting bigger!!!(Also very honored by the brief guest star appearance kitty 😻)

[@JunieBJonesing]

I loved with every piece done, you kept getting more and more excited and shocked at the size 😂🥰

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much!!❤️ haha truly shocked by the end result😂

[@ksks5496]

to help your muscles i recommend using compression gloves or sleeves. if those are uncomfortable then kt tape or any other brand of kinesiology tape works well with relieving stress and aiding mobility. i crochet a lot at times and found it to be very helpful to use either when crocheting

[@crochetbygenna]

Aw thanks for sharing! I’ll definitely look into getting some ❤️

[@Ryry-jq7qr]

Pls do this I did not know about this and devolved tendinitis

[@KrystalMuchow]

absolutely love how huge it is. thanks for sharing the pattern can't wait to make this. :)

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww of course!! So excited for you❤️

[@amandae.3353]

I just got the pattern and the yarn is on the way. I can’t wait!!!! Thank you ❤

[@aimee5246]

This turned out so cute I ended up making a sunflower shell thanks for the tutorial x

[@gretacurley2531]

So excited to make this, thank you for making my day!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay, so happy you enjoyed! Thanks so much❤️

[@Olivia64499]

I LOVED this video you are like my idol! Your a amazing crocheter and I appreciate every time you post ! I always love to look at your plushies and purchase from your Etsy! Love you! ❤️💗

[@crochetbygenna]

Omg awww!! Thank you so much, you’re too sweet!❤️

[@karliefernandez797]

The turtle looks so awesome!!! I love all of your crochet plushies, and love watching your KZbin channel!!! I have found that jumbo yarn tends to unravel when joining skeins, but I use the magic knot, and it works wonders. Ilysm❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you soo much!! And I'll have to try the magic knot, thanks!

[@ayleen2501]

Had a lot of joy watching you achieve this huge custom order ^^ ! Love your work, and your energy ! SHout out from France, bye :* :)

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you so so much!!

[@kristinforsyth17]

This was so easy to follow!!! Thank you so much, Genna!! 😊😊

[@livvia7596]

This was soo amazing!!! Thank you so much!😭❤️❤️❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@joanrhoton8841]

Love your regular size Turtle. You are so brave to tackle this BIG Turtles..

[@crochetbygenna]

aww thank you!! lol it was a lot 😂❤️

[@crystxl_edits2654]

i’m about to purchase all the yarn i need and can’t wait to make it!! 🩷❤️🩷❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

Omgg Im so excited for you😍

[@CraftsbyPhynx]

I love this kind of videos❤ You are so talented🎉

[@Daisy-yv9hx]

I just finished one and I LOVE it

[@kaileymarie8358]

I’m so excited to make one ahhh thank you for sharing this 😭😍 you are seriously the best!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww of course!! You’re so sweet❤️

[@DebbiePickel-qb4sq]

This is amazing! I can’t wait to make one of my own…. I might make it bigger yet, and it can be a body pillow to sleep with! ❤❤❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Thank you❤️ and hahah I love that!! Yess, it’d make a great pillow🥰

[@user-gt2bc7kn4q]

Hello. Well I got the pattern. So excited, I started the front Finn’s I’m using a size 10 mm hook. But. I did put. Extra Rows on cuz it didn’t look big like use. I found the written pattern was so easy to follow thank you.

[@solalcazar2221]

I enjoy watching your video how excited you are❤

[@VHARGETT]

Love your channel. Very inspiring. 💕💕💕💕 the jumbo turtle is si cute.

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much! So glad you enjoy❤️

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

Love all the work you create but also share with us! Hair dresser here. When my wrists (knees, lower back and neck) ache, sometimes the cream “Voltaren” helps. I’m in Canada so may be a different name. The active ingredient in it is “Diclofenac”. It helps immensely… with proper breaks and stretching! I’ve also been crocheting quite a bit. I’ve found larger handles on my hooks also helps a lot! Cheers! ❤️❤️❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much for the tips, definitely will try some of them! ❤️

[@janglasserscrafttreasures8161]

I am so impressed. That turtle rocks!!! 😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much!! ❤️

[@user-xe8ib4zq9n]

Hii gen a I love ur vids and I'm a big fan of you, I love ur vids and ur tutorials and I love you!!! I appreciate everything you do!! Don't give up

[@crochetbygenna]

this made my day, you are so so sweet, thank you soo much

[@user-xe8ib4zq9n]

Your welcome, love you!!

[@janelleledoux1634]

Love it. It is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Love to have the pattern.

[@desiraelewellen7458]

This is so amazing! I have started ataggering my increases in order to minimize that boxiness 😊 for example: 3 sc, inc around 2 sc, inc, 4 sc inc x6, 2 sc and so on ❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Yesss!! Someone also mentioned, I'll have to come out with an updated version ❤️ thank you!!

[@desiraelewellen7458]

@crochetbygenna you did such an amazing job on this video even though it wasn't meant to be a tutorial! I made a Christmas one yesterday following your video and I am absolutely obsessed!! 🫶

[@aibhaili0]

Omg! Nearly 3k subs already girl! Congratulations!!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Hehe thank you so much! I'm shocked lol!!

[@Ellie_Andreyev]

i just learned how to make the reg size turtle and i can't wait to make this one!😍😍💯

[@Aedra101]

I am not great at making plushies, I've been trying to make some toys for my nephew and I just can't seem to finish them. The fact that you made this massive turtle is amazing! Its so big and soft looking and it looks incredible! So cozy! Its so pretty and you did a really good job with it!

[@crochetbygenna]

Omg aww thank you so much!! And you got this!! Mini projects are super nice to do since they are quicker to make ❤️

[@ruthie_ann]

@@crochetbygenna I totally agree with u!! I'm started by making ur octopi and it was rly easy! and they turned out really good!!!! I rly love ur patterns i NEED to make the Sunflower Turtle! my sister made a sunflower market bag for my friend and a bookmark to match, and I want to make the SFT for her as well!!!😘also im a new subscriber & love ur channel!!❤

[@aracelycimorelli7488]

Ohhhhh my goodness!! That is the cutest jumbo turtle 💕 I’m so excited to make it just purchased the pattern yay!! Thank you! Happy Crochet 🧶💕

[@anadepaula6350]

Omggg what’s the pattern?? I’m literally so broke n cant understand the vids instructions 🥲🥲

[@Ash3luvs]

This is very beginner friendly!! After i finish my project im working on im gonna make this turtle!!! :D

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww yay!! so excited for you❤️

[@supremethunderthighs]

I just found your channel recently. I love your vibe and how much you love what you make! Also that Tom Nook always chilling in the background, waiting to get paid, probably 🤣

[@crochetbygenna]

Hahahaha omg yes!! Tom is waiting for the paycheck😂😂❤️ thank you so much!

[@justagirl8757]

I dont even need the tutorial, i just love watching you!!!

[@user-bz4kg4vz4x]

Thank you for sharing!! I wanna make one!

[@crochetbygenna]

You should!! Of course❤️❤️

[@Sophalinda]

Thank you so much! My best friends birthday is coming up, and he has a pet turtle! I’m gonna make this for him :)

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I love that!! Yay :) of course!❤️

[@barbaramcmahon3956]

Wow, super cute.

[@crochetbygenna]

Thanks so much Barbara❤️❤️

[@tammiemalone6358]

I am going to try this Ty for the pattern

[@joanprince733]

Congratulations on finishing that enormous turtle. Well done.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much❤️

[@Tinapdrz1]

On your pattern, it only shows 84 single crochets. How could you also do a video to show how you change colors from the turtle shell from green to white.

[@amandae.3353]

This pattern was perfect! I made this to sell. Yeah, not happening. I LOVE this! I use it to sit up and watch tv. It’s a great pillow. It is beyond CUTE and your pattern is absolute perfection! Thank you sooooo much for this. It is the only thing I have ever kept for myself. On top of that, I have enough yarn left over to make a second and it only took me two days.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww omg!! I love this so much, thank you!!

[@peacefuldayz3315]

Beautiful!!! I luv all your plushies, wish you had all patterns you use in a book 😊

[@user-nj3zb3kh6v]

O.M.G 😭 I just looked at your Etsy shop today lmaoo and I was like darn the turtle isn’t free but YAYYYY I can’t wait to make it :>

[@arielsloft]

I am so crocheting this!!!!!

[@hollysmith8404]

Thanks so much for this free tutorial!!! The turtle looked great!!!!!!!!🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much!!❤️❤️❤️

[@KobyWest-kx9ss]

make yore own

[@YourAverageJazz]

I’m going to cryyy when you release that big panda pattern 😭😭 it’s so cute!! It’s so hard to find a panda pattern I like!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you!! Its in the works hehehe ❤

[@virivlogs8598]

Is so pretty I love it! Thank you so much ❤❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thanks so much!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joycezzz100]

Amazing and well done.

[@crochetbygenna]

thanks so much!! :D

[@twodogsworth]

Nice voice, pleasant to listen to. I just did my accounting with this video playing in the background. Thank you. This giant turtle is on my to-do list.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww I'm glad you enjoyed it ❤️ thank you!

[@idacardenas7884]

Awesome, Beautiful, Great Job ❤ i used to have that pain when doing crochet n so i place pillows under both my arms/elbows to give my arms support while i crochet n i also sit on soft cushioned sofa n i have never had that again again. It also helped with neck pain. Try it Jenna n ur arms won't fall out...lol 😂 Love ur videos, so funny n inspiring 😊❤😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Oh wow thank you for the tip! will deff be trying that! and aww of course, thanks so much ❤️

[@can-art]

C'est incroyable, merci infiniment pour ce tutoriel je vais en fait une pour m'en servir comme un pouf!!

[@samkilloran5646]

HOW BIG OF A TURTLE DID YOU MAKE, FRIEND?!

[@yarnybanana]

So cute 🥰

[@crochetbygenna]

Thank you!❤️

[@sabrinayates8332]

I love it you did awesome

[@sandylayne8343]

It’s adorable!!!🐢🐢🐢

[@havideos7782]

Genna I love ur vids and am trying to find a way to show you my first crochet project since you inspired me to start

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww! That makes me so happy to hear 💕 You can DM me!!

[@yolimasugeyjimenezmiranda1226]

You are amazing, soooo beautiful 😊 thanks

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you so much!!

[@amylongtocrochet]

I can't believe how huge that turtle is! I hope it helps you build confidence in crocheting huge animals!

[@crochetbygenna]

Thank you so much!! Yes for sure!!❤️

[@Thisgurlplayz]

Hi genna I love u and ur videos cuz we learn from u a lot and ur kind and beautiful thank you for what u do for us so we can learn how to crochet I appreciate you and ur videos and everything u do for us keep on going and please don't give up and another time I love you 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@Thisgurlplayz]

And I am one of the biggest fans of u u are one of my favorite KZbinrs

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww oh my gosh this is so sweet, thank you so so much❤️❤️❤️

[@Thisgurlplayz]

You're welcome. You're actually sweet, sorry that this is the only comment I commented but because my comments were turned off so my friend told me how to turn on the comments another time I am sooooo sorry can you forgive me please You always make my day♥️♥️♥️💖💖💖❤️

[@crochetbygenna]

@@Thisgurlplayz Aww no worries at all, thank you so much!! You're super sweet

[@mariacanales1870]

You are such a sweetheart but you seem very smart… Always have client pay for shipping or included the shipping in the final price you give clients. Also always buy at least two extra of what you think you are going to use . If you don’t use them that’s part of your profit. Keep up the good work I see you going far in life….😊❤❤❤

[@kiwiscrochetcorner]

I just did a giant axolotl and I was really feeling it in my hands and arms as well. I listed him in my Etsy shop as a made to order item only.

[@crochetbygenna]

I loveeee this, a giant axolotl would be adorable 🥰❤️

[@kiwiscrochetcorner]

@@crochetbygenna I wish we could share photos sometimes. LOL.

[@user-gt2bc7kn4q]

Love it I will start mind tonight.

[@joanrhoton8841]

Love your BIG TURTLE ❤❤

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much❤️❤️

[@tinmanlover1994]

The size of the big jumbo mommy size Turtle and regular baby turtle size is cool and insanity awesome.

[@crochetbygenna]

Awwww thanks so much🥰🥰❤️

[@victoriamelisa301]

Ok I need that pattern asap love the turtle and the size

[@relaxedguy8704]

Omg❤❤❤❤❤ so cuteeee

[@crochetbygenna]

Thanks so much❤️❤️

[@user-ys6zt9yf8n]

I am sooo exited to make this. I freaking LOVE crochet and this will keep me busy for a while, but ppppplllllleeeeeeaaaaaasssssssseeeeeeeeee will you make a video on your jumbo SUNFLOWER TURTLE. That would be amzing. Your awsome Genna. Thanks.

[@arspro2023]

Me and my kitten watched this video on my bed and we loved it!!! I can't believe you made such a big turtle!!! We just had kittens and the one that was watching this with me is named Annie and she's a calico cat! I also have a video idea!! Mabye somtime you could do like a small business vlog!! Like a studio tour packaging orders crocheting ect!! I love theese kind of videos and I love your channel!

[@crochetbygenna]

Awwww hello Annie!! This is adorable!! Congrats on the kittens :) so glad you enjoy watching! I definitely want to do a small business vlog in the future hehe :)

[@arspro2023]

😁 thanks! She says hi!

[@BritishFlamingo0405]

soon i will make this turtle its so cute❤❤❤

[@judithkirk5515]

I think it's going to be awesome 👌. 😊

[@Ness-mx2ul]

Ahh I want one too !!!!🫢

[@crochetbygenna]

Hehe its too adorable!!

[@bonniepotter5591]

I love ❤️ it

[@crochetbygenna]

Thanks so much❤️❤️❤️

[@judithkirk5515]

Looks cute on you😊

[@Martina-gp2wc]

I absolutely love this pattern. I have been doing mine in BERNAT Velvet Plus yarn and they come out so good but i have made mine like half the size because I don't want to use too much yarn. lol

[@sarahferguson0]

Oh my goodness i love him! Girl, you're making me want a huge turtle 😂. Also, a little tip. If you stagger your increases you won't get that hexagon thing going on 🙂 ❤️ yarn chicken 😂 now that's what I'm going to call it when it's project vs skein 😂

[@crochetbygenna]

Hahahah thank you!! And yesss I will 100% stagger the increases next time, thanks!🥰❤️

[@user-vq4go9su4p]

How do you stagger increases

[@NatesKratos]

I really love I really love this light.Can you make more turtle tutorials❤❤❤❤

[@a611k3]

The turtles are so cute

[@crochetbygenna]

thanks so much!!

[@VDS333-s5r]

I wish you had a video tutorial on this human sized turtle 😢that would be literally my dream ❤

[@mariadulinski5266]

So cute

[@camilalagosrodriguez6299]

This is amazing 🤩 I want to now if you used the 4 skeins complete or was like 3 1/2 skeins. I need to save some money 🤧 Thanks!

[@conderschader4127]

You are so cute, love your excitement. I was watching this to see how you start this, and do INC, and decreases, and attach the all the body parts. I’m sorry I didn’t learn anything except how big my turtle should be.😊😊 a video that says tutorial should be a teaching video. I already bought your pattern but now I need a little help. I was wondering if you could add in your video, in slower motion, how to start this, how you add on the body parts? It would really help people like me who are a visual learner’s . Keep up your excitement.😊😊😊

[@crochetbygenna]

aww hello! thanks so much!! check out my strawberry turtle tutorial, it should be pretty similar to this jumbo turtle pattern and hopefully that helps!!

[@Crochet_L0VE]

Thank you genna, you inspired me to design my own mini tortoise!!! It may be the opposite of ur jumbo turtle ,but it inspired me anyway lol 🤣

[@jcrochet10]

This is going to be my birthday crochet project 😂🎉

[@vasilicaancaflechianu6767]

You are funny..beautiful..and i love your tutorials..thank you❤

[@jenniferollivierre5640]

OMG 😅 I'm SOOOOO LV'N u & ur tutorials right NW 😅 I'm new 2 ur videos & I CAN'T WAIT 2 MK MY GRANDSON THIS ... "AWESOME TURTLE 🐢" 😂 ( He's jt 6-yrs old... BT I KN HE'S GONNA JT LV THIS... LIL/BIG GUY 😂..." THANK U SOOOO MH... I've crochet'n since I ws' 13-yrs old & I'm in my late 60's nw...I do other crafts... Lk Latch Hooking, Macrame, loom knit 🧶 & a whole lot more... BT MY FAVORITE IS "CROCHET'N AS IT'S BEEN MY 1ST CRAFT PROJECT"... SO THANKS AGAIN GENNA 4 UR "AWESOME WRK".... KEEP SAFE & BLESSED ❤💗🧶🧶🐢💃🙏

[@yarangames11]

very good❤

[@crochetbygenna]

hehe thanks so much ❤️

[@girlie48]

You could always vacuum seal to ship. I know it's not the presentation you would like, but everything will go to form once they open the plastic. I do this when I travel.

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you! Honestly a very good idea :)

[@viviwilhelmsson307]

A lovely jumbo! Guess it was hard to send it away!!

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you!! Yesss shipping was tough hahaha

[@viviwilhelmsson307]

@@crochetbygenna Yes, and to say good bye the the big little darling. ❤

[@tammydenison1656]

Btw...I love your videos!!!😊

[@crochetbygenna]

Thank you so much❤️

[@JENKINCT]

you should make a cow this size. I love the turtle. I'm in the middle of making it.and can not wait to finish!

[@oliviapararajasingam1312]

Please can you do a tutorial on how you make your stitches so uniform???? Plz (love your vids btw)

[@crochetbygenna]

Aww thank you so much! Yes! I want to do that for a future vid 💕

[@perryplayz21]

I can’t wait to make one I’m a beginner so this will be my first big project wish me luck :)

[@crochetbygenna]

Oh my gosh, Im so excited for you!! My first ever amigurimi project was also a turtle❤️

[@KT-yq7ed]

Stop apologizing I think you’re doing great and I give you credit for attempting a project like this that you have to create yourself just to appease the customer…… and ty for the free pattern…I have to make two for my new great grands…..it is adorable….

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thank you so much KT

[@Greatgrandmabarb]

Good job

[@crochetbygenna]

thank you! ❤️

[@LovingsGood41]

I made this turtle and my head came out looking like a snapping turtle. It still looks cute my daughter wants it. I'm going to try and make it again.

[@luciecao8653]

Hiiii love youuuu

[@crochetbygenna]

Awww thanks so much!!! Love ya!🥰❤️

[@cindystead3966]

Beautiful! Did you use a 7mm jumbo yarn? Thanks