Cozy Crochet Hamster Tunnel

Cozy Crochet Hamster Tunnel

This Crochet Hamster Tunnel is the perfect little hideaway for your furry friend. Featuring a warm mustard yellow, it provides both a cozy hiding spot and a fun toy for hamsters and other small pets. The simple pattern makes it an excellent project for beginners.

Materials:

• Bulky weight yarn in mustard yellow (approximately 100 yards)
• Crochet hook size L-11 (8.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

8 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• st = stitch
• rnd = round
• sl st = slip stitch

Instructions:

Base:

1. Begin with a magic ring.
2. Rnd 1: ch 1, work 6 sc into ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (6 sts)
3. Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (12 sts)
4. Rnd 3: ch 1, *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sts)
5. Rnd 4: ch 1, *1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sts)
6. Rnd 5: ch 1, *1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (30 sts)
7. Continue increasing evenly in this pattern until you have a base measuring approximately 6 inches in diameter.

Body:

1. Rnd 1: Working in back loops only, ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
2. Rnd 2-12: ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Adjust the number of rounds to make the tunnel reach your desired length (usually around 12 inches).

Finishing:

1. Fasten off and weave in all ends using the tapestry needle.
2. Shape your tunnel to form the desired curve and adjust for your pet.

Your Crochet Hamster Tunnel is now complete, ready to provide cozy and playful moments for your little pet.