Introduction

Meet the Rainy-Day Bug-Spotter Fox—a curious little woodland friend in a lemon-yellow raincoat, sage-green bucket hat, mint ankle boots, and a tiny satchel, peering through a handmade magnifying glass. This design is purpose-built to match the photo look: soft ginger fur, creamy muzzle and tail tip, and that adorable “inspecting” pose. The accessories are removable (coat, hat, satchel, magnifying glass) so you can style the fox for playful photos.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Materials Needed

• Yarn (DK weight, cotton or cotton-blend recommended):
  1. Fox main: ginger-orange ~60–70 g
  2. Contrast (muzzle/chest/tail tip/inner ears): cream ~15 g
  3. Nose/lines: charcoal/black scrap
  4. Raincoat: lemon-yellow ~30–35 g
  5. Bucket hat & boots: sage-green/mint ~25 g total
  6. Satchel: caramel brown ~15 g
  7. Magnifying glass: light gray + cream scraps
• Hook: 2.75 mm (C) or 3.0 mm depending on your tension (fabric must be firm).
• Safety eyes: 10–12 mm (photo look ≈ 11–12 mm).
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
• Tapestry needle, stitch markers, pins.
• Buttons for coat: three 8–10 mm (lemon-yellow look uses 3).
• Optional: thin plastic circle (e.g., milk jug ring) to stabilize magnifying frame.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

sc = single crochet • inc = increase (2 sc in one st) • dec = invisible decrease • sl st = slip stitch • ch = chain • hdc = half double crochet • dc = double crochet • BLO/FLO = back/front loop only • st(s) = stitch(es) • rnd = round • rep = repeat • MR = magic ring • tc = turning chain (when rows)

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Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge (in the round, sc): ~24 sts × 26 rnds = 10 cm (4”) with 2.75–3.0 mm hook and DK cotton; adjust hook to get a dense, no-gaps fabric.
• Finished size: standing height ~21 cm (8¼”). Head ≈ 7.5 cm tall; body ≈ 7.2–7.8 cm; boots ≈ 3 cm; tail ≈ 7 cm.

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Pattern Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless stated. Use a marker for the first stitch.
• Stuff firmly but evenly; shape as you go.
• The pose has the right arm slightly curved to hold the magnifier; we build a gentle elbow by selective inc/dec.
• Eye placement map (photo-accurate): Insert eyes between rnds 12–13 of head, spaced 9–10 sts apart, centered to the muzzle.
• Seam orientation: keep the rnd jog at the back, aligned with tail position.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Head (ginger-orange)

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
   8–11. sc around (42)
8. (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
   13–16. sc around (48)
9. Place safety eyes between rnds 12–13, 9–10 sts apart.
10. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
11. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36) – begin stuffing.
12. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
13. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
14. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
15. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
16. dec x6, fasten off, weave end.

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Muzzle/Lower face (cream)

1. Ch 6, start in 2nd ch from hook: sc 4, 3 sc in last; rotate to other side of chain, sc 3, inc (12)
2. inc, sc 3, inc x3, sc 3, inc (18)
3. (sc, inc) x2, sc 3, (sc, inc) x3, sc 3, (sc, inc) x1 (24)
4. sc around (24); sl st, leave long tail.
   Sculpt lightly when sewn: bottom edge centered under eyes; nose sits at upper third.

Nose (charcoal, optional)

• Embroider a small triangle with satin stitches; outline and add a short vertical line.

Ears ×2 (ginger-orange with cream inner)

Inner (cream):

1. MR 4 sc (4)
2. (sc, inc) x2 (6)
3. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
4. (3 sc, inc) x2 (10); FO.

Outer (ginger):

1. MR 4 sc (4)
2. (sc, inc) x2 (6)
3. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
4. (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
5. (4 sc, inc) x2 (12)
6. sc around (12); do not stuff. Place inner on outer, sc through both layers around to join (12). Pinch base and sl st to create a slight curve; leave tails for sewing.

Body (ginger-orange)

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
   7–10. sc around (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42) – belly fullness like photo.
   12–14. sc around (42)
8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
   17–18. sc around (30) – start stuffing firmly.
10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
12. sc around (18); FO leaving long tail for neck-join.

Arms ×2 (ginger-orange)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
   4–5. sc around (12)
4. Hand shaping: (dec, 2 sc) x3 (9)
   7–12. sc around (9) – stuff lightly.
5. Right arm only: (2 sc, inc) x3 (12) to form a gentle elbow; rnd 14 sc around (12); rnd 15 (2 sc, dec) x3 (9).
   13–15. Left arm: sc 3 rnds plain at 9 sts.
6. Flatten opening and sc across to close (4–5 sts), leaving long tail for sewing slightly angled forward.

Legs ×2 (ginger-orange, for inside boots)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
   3–6. sc around (12)
3. (4 sc, dec) x2 (10)
   8–10. sc around (10) – stuff firm. FO.

Boots ×2 (mint)

Sole:

1. Ch 5; from 2nd ch: sc 3, 3 sc in last; turn to other side, sc 2, inc (10)
2. inc, sc 2, inc x3, sc 2, inc (16)
3. sc around in BLO (16)

Upper:
4. sc around (16)
5. sc 5, dec, sc 5, dec, sc 2 (14)
6. sc 4, dec, sc 4, dec, sc 2 (12)
7–8. sc around (12); FO leaving tail. Insert leg pieces and sew leg to boot opening; then sew boots flat to body later.

Tail (ginger with cream tip)

1. With cream: MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
   3–4. sc around (9)
3. Switch to ginger: (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
   6–10. sc around (12)
4. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
5. sc around (9); stuff lightly, FO with long tail.

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Accessories

Bucket Hat (sage-green)

Crown:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

Side:
7–10. sc around (36) – relaxed fit that sits low over ears.

Brim:
11. FLO (sc, inc) x18 (54)
12. (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
13. sl st around loosely for a clean edge (optional). FO and weave.

Raincoat (lemon-yellow, worked in rows)

Back piece

1. Ch 31; starting in 2nd ch: sc 30; tc 1, turn (30)
   2–10. sc across; tc 1, turn (30 each)
2. Armhole shaping: sc 4, ch 4 (skip 4), sc 14, ch 4 (skip 4), sc 4; turn
   12–13. sc across (30)
3. Neck drop: sc 12, ch 6 (skip 6), sc 12; turn
4. sc across; FO.

Front Left

1. Ch 16; work 14 rows sc to match back height to armhole; create 1 pocket panel by ch 7, sc 6 for 5 rows; sew later.
2. At rows 11–13, mirror back’s armhole (skip 4 with ch 4).
3. Rows 14–16 straight; FO.

Front Right (mirror of left)

Collar/Placket & Assembly

• Sew shoulders to back.
• Join yarn at front edge; sc evenly down right front, around hem, and up left front forming placket (make 3 buttonholes on right front using ch 1, sk 1 on a return row).
• Add a simple hood-like collar: with WS facing, join at neck drop, hdc evenly 1–2 rows.
• Sew side seams leaving armholes open. Attach tiny pockets to fronts at belly level. Sew on buttons.

(Note: This coat is a soft A-line and unlined; it should sit above boots and slightly flare like the photo.)

Satchel (caramel brown)

Flap piece:

1. Ch 9; sc across 8 for 6 rows. FO.

Body:

1. Ch 9; sc 8 for 8 rows; do not FO.
2. Work sc around all edges; place flap at top edge and sc through both layers to attach along one side.

Strap:

• Ch ~55–60 for cross-body length; sc back to make a firm strap. Stitch ends to side edges of bag. Add one small decorative button on flap center.

Magnifying Glass (light gray frame, cream “lens”)

Frame ring:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30) – FLO on final rnd for a crisp rim; FO.
   Optional: insert a thin plastic circle or 2 layers of felt for stability.

Lens insert (cream):

• MR 6 → (sc, inc) x6 → (2 sc, inc) x6 (18); FO. Stitch into the back loops of the frame from rnd 4.

Handle:

• Ch 8; sc back; make 2 strips and sew together for thickness; attach to frame at ~4 o’clock.

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Assembly

Head Details & Face

1. Sew muzzle centered under the eyes; lightly stuff to create a soft dome.
2. Embroider nose (small triangle) and a short vertical mouth line. Add a tiny white eye-sparkle stitch at 1 o’clock of each eye to match the photo.
3. Sew ears at the top of head: each ear’s base ~2–3 sts from center seam, tilted slightly outward (~10–15°).
4. Join head to body: ladder stitch securely. Add a small neck wedge of stuffing while closing.

Limbs & Boots

1. Pin legs with boots close together at the bottom front of body; sew flat so boots face forward.
2. Attach arms at upper body sides, angled so the right arm reaches slightly across the chest; thumb line should face inward.

Tail

• Sew tail at lower back centerline; angle slightly to the viewer’s right as in the photo. Light stuffing keeps it buoyant without drooping.

Accessories Dressing

1. Put on raincoat first; align front placket and button up (3 buttons).
2. Fit the bucket hat low over the head, tipping forward.
3. Drape satchel from left shoulder to right hip; tack with a tiny stitch under the strap at shoulder so it stays in place for photos.
4. Place the magnifying glass into the right paw: wrap the paw around the handle and tack one invisible stitch between fingers and handle. Position the frame just beside the cheek—not covering the eye—tilted slightly toward the camera.

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Finishing Touches / Tips

• Shaping: Steam-block accessories lightly (avoid steaming the stuffed parts). The hat brim responds well to gentle steam and finger pressing.
• Neat joins: Use invisible decreases on the face rounds to reduce shadow lines. Keep the seam at the back to align with the tail.
• Photo styling: Natural window light, neutral background, and a tiny sprig of greenery or wooden tabletop match the feel of the image.
• Safety: If gifting to children under 3, embroider eyes instead of safety eyes and secure all accessories.
• Customization:
  1. Swap coat color (pale blue or blush) while keeping the hat/boots pastel to maintain the look.
  2. For a “deep-look lens” effect, stitch a translucent fabric circle (sheer organza) over the cream lens.

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Quick Troubleshooting

• Head too oval: Increase an extra plain round at 13–14 before shaping decreases.
• Hat too tight/loose: Adjust crown increases (+/– one increase round) before the side rounds.
• Coat gaping: Add an extra sc edging row on placket or move button placement 1–2 sts inward.

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Exact Placement Map (recap for accuracy)

• Eyes: between rnds 12–13, spaced 9–10 sts.
• Muzzle: lower edge centered between eyes, top touching rnd 13.
• Ears: bases start ~2–3 sts from head centerline, angled outward 10–15°.
• Arms: upper body, right arm angled to cross chest slightly; left arm relaxed.
• Tail: lower back center, angled to camera-right.
• Satchel strap: left shoulder → right hip.

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Conclusion

Your Rainy-Day Bug-Spotter Fox is ready for backyard adventures! With a bright raincoat, cozy bucket hat, minty boots, a cross-body satchel, and a tiny magnifying glass, this fox looks exactly like the photo inspiration and is designed to be sturdy for handling and adorable for display or social posts. Enjoy making different colorways and pose the magnifier for playful, curiosity-filled shots.