Bee Egg

"Create your own adorable crochet bee egg with this easy-to-follow pattern! It’s perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. It features simple stitches, striped details, and adorable little wings, stinger, and antennae. It's a fun project that’s sure to bring smiles. This buzzing cutie is always great as a thoughtful handmade gift but is especially great for Easter baskets, spring decor, or for saying “Will You Bee My Valentine?” Don’t forget that small projects like this are great stash busters and make awesome keychains too! PATTERN INFORMATION + The pattern is written in English using US crochet terminology. SKILLS NEEDED + The skill level needed is advanced beginner. + The techniques you will need to know include: chain, single crochet, slip stitch, single crochet increase and decrease, and the adjustable (magic) ring. + Hand embroidery is also used in this project. MATERIALS NEEDED (more specifics are noted within the pattern) + yarn in your choice of colors (about 35-45 yds/32-41 m of worsted/aran) + a size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook + stitch markers + tapestry needle + stuffing + pins + scissors + safety eyes + embroidery floss + embroidery needle + chopstick to help stuff FINISHED MEASUREMENTS + Using hook size E/4 (3.5 mm) and worsted yarn the Crochet Bee Egg measures approx. 3 inches (7.6 cm) tall including the slightly bent antennae. + Using hook size 1.50 mm and size 10 crochet thread the Crochet Bee Egg measures approx. 1.5 inches (3.5 cm) tall including the antennae. "

Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeGauge is not essential to this project but a tight, even tension should be maintained.