Handicraft-Art

Wrap your hands in warmth and crochet this “Gift from the Stars” – a tiny apple that holds big comfort. Soft yarn weaves into its round shape, while a little green leaf adds a sweet touch. Each stitch feels like a hug, turning quiet moments into something lovely. This small apple isn’t just a craft; it’s a little joy to keep by your side – on a bag, a shelf, or as a gift for someone dear. Let the gentle rhythm of crocheting calm you, and in the end, you’ll have a “starry gift” that shines with warmth.

X: sc(single crochet)  V: 2 sc into the same stitch A: single crochet decrease  number+(): the number of times to loop the stitches in parentheses   T: hdc (half double crochet)  F: dc (double crochet)  FV: 2dc into the same stitch  blo: Through back loops only flo: Through front loops only  M: 3sc (single crochet 3 together) W: 3sc into the same stitch ss,sl,st: ship stitch E: treble crochet

At the beginning of each round, make a chain (ch), and at the end of each round, work a slip stitch (sl st). These two stitches do not count toward the total stitch count.

Crocheting the Head

Row	Stitch
R1	Magic Ring 6X
R2	6V
R3	6 (X, V)
R4	6 (X, V, X)
R5	6 (3X, V)
R6	6 (2X, V, 2X)
R7~R12	36X
R13	11X, 3 (V, X), Crochet into the same stitch：3X 3 (X, V), 12X
R14~R18	44X
R19	11X, 11A, 11X
R20	6 (3X,A), X, A
R21	6 (2X, A), A
R22	6 (X, A), X
R23	6A, X

Crocheting the Apple Head Cover

Row	Stitch
R1	Magic Ring 6X
R2	6V
R3	6 (X, V)
R4	6 (X, V, X)
R5	6 (3X, V)
R6	6 (2X, V, 2X)
R7	6 (5X, V)
R8	6 (3X, V, 3X)
R9	6 (7X, V)
R10~R12	54X
R13	16X, 10V, A, 10V, 16X
R14	35X, A, 36X
R15	35X, A, 35X
R16	34X, A, 35X
R17	16X, 9A, X, 9A, 17X
R18	5 (7X, A), 7X
R19~R22	47X

Crocheting the Body Section

Crochet the Feet with Light Yellow Yarn

1、Chain 5 (ch 5), then crochet into the second stitch from the end 3X, W, 2X, V

2、V, 2X, 3V, 2X, 2V

3、X, V, 2X, 3 (X, V), 2X, 2 (X, V)

Crochet the Legs with Blue Yarn

4、blo(Through back loops only): 22X

5、6X, 4A, 8X (Cut the Yarn)

Crochet the Legs with Red Yarn

4、blo(Through back loops only): 22X

5、6X, 4A, 8X (Do not cut the yarn)

Sew 4 stitches between the two legs; do not crochet

Continue crocheting from the previous (section/stitch)

Crochet with a Lighter Shade of Blue Yarn

6、14 (X. V)

7、42X

8、42X

9、42X

10、7X, 2A, 20X, 2A, 7X

11、38X

12、7X, 2A, 16X, 2A, 7X

13、34X

Crochet with a Darker Shade of Yellow Yarn

14、blo : 34X

15、6X, 3A, 10X, 3A, 6X

16、28X

17、5X, 2A, 10X, 2A, 5X

Crochet the Clothing Pocket Magic Ring 3ch, 6E, 3ch, Slip stitch into the ring

The White Label on the Clothing 9ch, then crochet into the second stitch from the end 8X Work 3 rows in flat crochet ：8X

Small Apple Magic Ring 8X, Slip stitch

The Small Apple in the Back Pocket

Row	Stitch
R1	Magic Ring 6X
R2	3 (X, V)
R3	9X
R4	4A, X

The Yellow Part on the Head Cover (Needs Wiring for Shaping)

Row	Stitch
R1~R2	5X
R3	2 (X, V), X
R4	7X
R5	2 (2X, V), X
R6~R7	9X
R8	2 (3X, V), X
R9	11X

Crochet the Hands

Row	Stitch
R1~R2	5X
R3	2(X, V),X
R4	7X
R5	2(2X, V), X
R6~R10	9X

Crochet the Small Leaves

X, 4T, X ,(sl, ch,sl) (Indicates one stitch),X，4T,X

Crochet the Small Stars

Magic Ring, 2ch, slip stitch (sl st) into the 2nd chain from the hook, slip stitch into the ring, repeat 5 times

Crochet the Whites of the Eyes

5ch, then crochet into the second stitch from the end 3X, W, 2X, V

Crochet the Suspender Pants

18ch, then crochet into the second stitch from the end 17X, Crochet two pieces

Note: This tutorial is suitable for crocheting with 4-ply yarn. If you use lace yarn, you can adjust the number of stitches according to your actual needs.

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