Are you ready to rock? Turn up the volume on your crochet skills with the “Drum & Percussion” Studio! Unlike the cozy tea houses or garden sheds, this caravan is built for rhythm and noise. It is a sleek, mobile recording studio designed in a striking Glossy Black and Metallic Gold color scheme, featuring a cool lightning bolt motif on the side. The interior is a drummer’s paradise, completely soundproofed and centered around a spectacular, full-size (miniature) drum kit with gleaming brass cymbals. Outside, the coolest Gorilla in town, wearing sunglasses, lays down the beat on his bongos.

This is a “Maximalist” miniature project that requires attention to detail, especially for the musical instruments. To ensure the caravan looks sleek and the walls are sturdy enough to hold the acoustic foam panels, we strictly use the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn). We will switch between a standard hook for the main structure and a precision micro-hook for the drum kit hardware.

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

Materials & Tools

• Yarn: Sport or DK weight cotton yarn (Mercerized cotton works best for the glossy look).

  – Black: Upper exterior, interior walls, speakers, gorilla body.

  – Metallic Gold / Mustard: Lower exterior, cymbals, lightning bolt, drum hardware.

  – Dark Grey: Acoustic foam panels, floor.

  – White/Beige: Drum heads (skins).

  – Brown/Wood: Drum shells, drumsticks.

  – Silver/Grey: Microphone stands, pedals.

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm (Size C/2): For the caravan shell, floor, and gorilla.

  – 1.5mm (Steel Hook): CRITICAL for the drum kit, cymbals, stands, and sunglasses.

• Structure: 6 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh stiffness).
• Other: Fiberfill stuffing, thin craft wire (essential for cymbal stands and sunglasses), tapestry needle, fabric glue, black felt (optional for speaker fronts).

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• Ch: Chain
• Sc: Single Crochet
• Hdc: Half Double Crochet
• Dc: Double Crochet
• Inc: Increase (2 sc in one st)
• Dec: Decrease (invisible decrease)
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• Sl st: Slip Stitch
• Bobble: Unfinished dc cluster (for texture).

Part 1: The Studio Structure (Sandwich Method)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm

1. The Soundproof Floor

Make 2 identical panels using Dark Grey (to simulate carpet/soundproofing).

1. Row 1: Ch 26. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (25)
2. Row 2-40: Sc across. (Aim for a rectangle approx 4″ x 6.5″).
3. Fasten off Panel 1. Keep yarn attached to Panel 2.

Assembly: Cut plastic canvas to size. Sandwich between the two panels. Sc around the perimeter through both layers to seal.

2. The Black & Gold Shell (U-Shaped)

This forms the walls and roof. We want a sharp, modern division of color.

Panel A: Exterior (Black & Gold)

• Start with Metallic Gold (Bottom Half).
• Row 1: Ch 91 (Length to cover Left Side + Roof + Right Side). Sc across. (90)
• Row 2-12: Sc across. (Gold Section).
• Change to Glossy Black.
• Row 13-35: Sc across. (Black Section).
• Window Cutouts: In the Black section on the side walls, Ch 12, Sk 12 to create rectangular windows.
• Lightning Bolt: Surface slip stitch or embroider a large Gold lightning bolt on the black section of the side walls before assembly.
• Fasten off.

Panel B: Interior (Black)

• Use Black yarn for the entire piece to create a dark studio atmosphere. Match the dimensions and window gaps of Panel A.

Assembly:

• Cut plastic canvas strip (with window holes).
• Sandwich canvas between Panel A and Panel B.
• Join: Sc around the perimeter through both layers. Use Gold for the bottom edge and Black for the rest.
• Shape: Bend into a U-shape arch. Sew the bottom edges to the Floor Base.

3. Acoustic Foam Panels

Use Dark Grey yarn and 2.5mm hook.

To simulate the egg-crate foam used in studios:

• Row 1: Ch 6. Sc across.
• Row 2: *Sc, Bobble St* repeat across.
• Row 3: Sc across.
• Make 6-8 of these small textured squares. Glue them to the interior walls in a checkerboard pattern.

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Part 2: The Drum Kit (Maximalism)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 1.5mm Hook. This is the centerpiece.

1. The Bass Drum (Kick Drum)

• Shell: Wood Brown or Sparkle Blue/Red (custom finish). Ch 25, join to ring. Sc 10 rounds.
• Heads (Skins): Beige. MR 6 sc, Inc to match the shell diameter. Make 2 circles.
• Rims: Black. Surface crochet around the edge of the heads.
• Assembly: Sew heads to shell (stuff firmly).
• Logo: Embroider a band name on the front head.

2. Snare & Toms

• Snare: Smaller cylinder (White head, Silver shell). Use wire to create a tripod stand.
• Floor Tom: Medium cylinder, same color as Bass Drum. Legs: 3 tiny wire legs.
• Rack Toms: Tiny cylinders mounted on the Bass Drum with wire.

3. Cymbals (The Shine)

Use Gold/Brass thread.

• Hi-Hat: MR 6 sc, Inc to 18. Make 2 flat circles. Stack them on a wire stand.
• Crash/Ride: MR 6 sc, Inc to 24 or 30. Flatten.
• Stands: Use craft wire for the vertical post and tripod base. Wrap the wire tightly with Silver/Grey yarn to hide the metal. Glue cymbals to the top.

4. The Throne (Stool)

• Seat: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 2 rounds. Stuff.
• Base: Silver wrapped wire tripod.

Part 3: Studio Accessories

Use Hook Size: 1.5mm

1. Speakers (Monitors)

• Cabinet: Black. Ch 8, Sc 10 rows. Fold and sew into a tall box.
• Cones: Grey. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Glue to the front of the cabinet.
• Make 2 speakers. Place them in the corners.

2. Headphones

• Ear Cups: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 2 rounds. Make 2.
• Band: Black. Ch 15. Sc back. Insert a curved wire.
• Assembly: Sew cups to the ends of the band. Place on the floor or hang on the wall.

3. Drumsticks

• Use wooden toothpicks. Sand the tips to be round. Alternatively, coat beige yarn in heavy glue and roll into sticks.
• Scatter them on the floor near the drums.

Part 4: The Exterior Scene

1. The Cool Gorilla

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm and Black/Dark Grey yarn.

• Head: MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18. Sc 5 rounds. Dec to close.

  Brow Ridge: Surface crochet a prominent ridge above the eyes.

• Body: MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18, (2, Inc) to 24. Sc 8 rounds. Dec to close. (Chunky and muscular).
• Arms: Ch 10. Sc back. Make them long and thick (Gorillas have huge arms). Sew to shoulders.
• Legs: Ch 6. Sc back. Shorter than arms.
• Pose: Sew in a sitting position, leaning forward slightly.

2. Gorilla Accessories

• Sunglasses: Twist black craft wire into aviator shapes. Glue to the Gorilla’s face.
• Bongo Drum: Use 1.5mm hook.

  Shell: Wood Brown. MR 5 sc, Inc to 10. BLO Sc around. Sc 5 rounds.

  Head: Beige circle sewn on top.

  Place the Bongo between the Gorilla’s knees.

3. Exterior Wheels & Hitch

• Wheels: Black. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12, (1, Inc) to 18. Sc 2 rounds (Tire tread). Silver hubcaps (MR 6, Inc to 12). Sew to the Gold section of the exterior.
• Hitch: Silver tube sewn to the front.

Final Assembly

1. Structural Check: Ensure the U-shaped shell is firmly attached to the floor. The plastic canvas is vital to keep the “metal” walls flat and sleek.
2. Studio Setup:
   • Glue the Acoustic Foam panels to the upper black walls.
   • Position the Bass Drum in the center back. Arrange the Toms and Cymbals around it. Use hot glue to fix the wire stands to the floor.
   • Place the Speakers in the front corners facing inward.
   • Scatter the Drumsticks and Headphones on the rug.
3. Exterior Vibe:
   • Sit the Gorilla outside the door, wearing his shades and playing the Bongos.
   • Ensure the Lightning Bolt motif is visible and sharp.

Congratulations! You have built the loudest, coolest caravan on the block. The “Drum & Percussion” Studio is a tribute to the rhythm of life. Rock on!