Last year (2015), Star Wars: The Force Awakens launched a new droid character – BB8, Astromech Droid. As we all know, it carried an important piece of the map to locate the Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.
Everyone loves this new character. The 8 shape with round body and half dome head, made everyone want it, pet it and fall in love with it. “The perfect hybrid of R2-D2 and Wall-E”, was mentioned by Emily Asher-Perrin from Tor.com.
Even before the release of the movie, the character had its charm working for the movie fans. It indeed was a good time for the distributors; who certainly would have made a lot of money from its merchandisers. They left no stone unturned to build up the excitement through various posters and advertisements.
No doubt, this movie crossed all the records, becoming the highest-grossing movie of 2015 and the highest grossing movie released by Walt Disney Studios. It was also the most viewed movie trailer on YouTube in 24 hours and the 2nd teaser even got mentioned in Guinness World Records, according to the movie data.
BB8 had its charm on me and it became my choice for the baby in my house for Halloween with Star Wars theme being followed.
Process:
Like Star Wars R2D2 character beanies that I used to create Toddler Star Wars-R2D2 beanie, HanDIY Tutorials channel at Youtube has also made Star Wars BB-8 character beanie for her daughters. The pattern is very well illustrated. A big THANK YOU to the creator for completing the Star Wars family.
Caution Section:-
- The selection of the yarns is important. The thickness and elasticity of the yarn and the chosen crochet hook determines the design.
- Also, your technique impacts the smoothness or finished look. Everyone has different techniques ranging from tight stitching style to medium to loose stitching styles.
- In case, you are unable to get the required chosen coloured yarn of same thickness, you can change the crochet hook and your technique as you go around, to get the seamless look. For me, I chose one crochet hook and changed my technique for different yarns.
- Since the number of rows alters due to different yarn sizes and crochet hooks, it is best to total up the number of rows required to make 1″. Based on this calculation, the position of the orange and grey stripes can be determined.
- The positioning of the addendums like eye and other electronic modules and edging size along with the knowledge of the gauge will reduce the rework.
- Use stitch markers to mark these addendums by laying the beanie flat and measuring the positions.
- You can choose to increase or decrease the addendums sizes by increasing or decreasing the count of rows or initial chain count.
Product Specifications:
Defining Dimensions:-
- Height: 8″
- Circumference: 16″-18″
The sizes can be altered based on the total count of the stitches for the rows.
Optional Alterations:-
- You can add pom-pom matching the colour with the edging or the base colour. Link to make the pompom.
- You can attach flowers, beads or a bow made of crochet, plastic, suede leather etc to give a more feminine touch.
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p style=”padding-left: 30px;”>But I do not think we need to go for any other additional anymore. The BB8 head beanie is full of appliques to carry it as it is.
Remember: do not over accessorise it. This hides the beauty of the pattern itself. Believe in elegance simplicity!!
In case, you have stuck anywhere or have any queries, kindly contact me.
Baby Star Wars BB8 Beanie
Style Aisle:
- Go for complete Star Wars BB8 look. BB8 Beanie with a white and orange outfit.
- White sweater or black sweater with a BB8 beanie.
- Use as great Star Wars BB8 costume for Halloween. Make other characters to complete the Star Wars family.
Materials:
- Yarn: Vardhaman – White, Vardhaman – Black, Vardhman Grey, Vardhman Orange
- Note: you can play around with different branded yarns as far as they give the synchronous flow of the pattern using a constant crochet hook.
- You can either go for the yarns with the same recommended crochet hook OR decide the yarn and change the crochet hooks along with the tightness on the crochet stitches as you proceed with the pattern.
- You can change the pattern to get the continuous flow.
- Crochet Hook: 5mm
- Scissors
- Needles
- Measuring Tape
- Stitch Marker: My stitch markers are the mini safety pins we get from clothing tags.
Happy Crocheting!!!
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Care Instructions:
Quality Promise: If washed with care, then the elegant stitch guarantees perfection up to multiple washes. The wool quality might stretch upon multiple uses.
Purchase Here:
As per the Permission To Use Disney Intellectual Property, we are not allowed to sell any Star Wars Characters in any form.For requesting permission to gift, you need to contact them through this form.
The crocheted, handmade and made to order item is already sold. In case you are looking forward to purchasing the same item or in any customised form, please check out the following the further options. The colour combinations, the designs, the dimensions can alter easily based on your preference and usage.
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