Mystery Birthday Party CAL March 2026 | Materials, abbreviations and color keys
This March, we’ll be crocheting together for the 25th time! 🤯🥳
Love surprises, amigurumi, and connecting with like-minded crocheters? Then you won’t want to miss this event!
What is a Mystery Crochet Along?
A Mystery CAL (Crochet Along) is a fun digital event where you discover a brand-new amigurumi pattern, piece by piece, alongside a group of fellow makers over a set period of time.
This year, during March, we’re celebrating my (aka Veronica's) birthday by creating a happy new four-legged animal!
Below, you’ll find all the important details: abbreviations, color keys, and what to prepare before the CAL starts on March 2nd. Welcome to the party!
A Quick Look Back
Last spring (2025), we crocheted Artur the Frog together!
It all started in December 2018 when I hosted my very first CAL with a small group of amigurumi enthusiasts. We made Ralf the Moose, and he stole many hearts that winter. Since then, our crochet alongs have grown into a beloved tradition, with over 5,000 people joining in so far!
How It Works
1. Join the Happy Amigurumi Club
2. Mark your calendar with the release dates:
- Part 1 – Mon, March 2
- Part 2 – Wed, March 4
- Part 3 – Fri, March 6
- Part 4 – Mon, March 9
- Part 5 – Wed, March 11
- Part 6 – Fri, March 13
- Part 7 – Mon, March 16
- Assembling Party (YouTube Live) – Thu, March 19 at 8 PM (Helsinki time)
3. Check your inbox for pattern updates
Each part (plus assembly instructions) will be emailed to you 1–2 days apart. You’ll also find them in the Member's Hub at garnknuten.com.
4. Share your progress on Instagram!
Use #garnknutencalparty to connect with others and show off your creation.
Get nerdy in our private Discord chat
Guess the animal and chat with fellow makers throughout the CAL! You'll find the link to the Discord server in the Welcome letter when you sign up for the Happy Amigurumi Club.
Pattern Details
Language: English (US crochet terms)
Materials
Yarn and hook are up to you, but I recommend using eco-friendly yarn or something from your stash. Here's what I’ll be using:
Karma Cotton by Kremke Soul Wool (50g = 105m):
A – Deep Pink (<75g), Karma No. 06
B – White (<75g), Karma No. 01
C – Black (<5g), Karma No. 28
Note! If you want to make the animal in realistic colors, switch out the deep pink yarn for brown, black, or orange-brown.
Other Supplies:
- 3.50 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stuffing
- Pins (optional)
- Stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations (US Terms)
Click here to go to my YouTube channel, where you'll find helpful video tutorials.
r - round
st - stitch
ch - chain stitch
sl st - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet
inc - increase
dec - decrease
BLO - crochet in the back loops only
FLO - crochet in the front loops only
cc - change color
[…]x… - repeat the instructions in the brackets x-times
(…) - the number of stitches at the end of the round.
Tips for Success
- Make sure you crochet pretty tight all the way, so you don’t get large holes between the stitches. If you crochet loosely, I suggest you test a smaller hook size (eg, 3.00 mm) so that the stuffing doesn‘t show once you‘ve filled the toy.
- All parts will be worked in spirals (if the pattern doesn’t say otherwise) - so you don‘t have to think about closing the rounds.
- A stitch marker can help you keep track of the beginning of your rows.
Join the Club!
The Birthday Party CAL 2026 is exclusively hosted inside the Happy Amigurumi Club - a fun, positive space for crocheters who love to discover adorable new amigurumis with others.
The CAL is FREE for members!
Click here to join!
