Splish, splash! Welcome to the cleanest, happiest caravan on the road. The “Rubber Duck” Bath House is a vibrant explosion of yellow and blue, capturing the joy of bubble baths and childhood toys. The exterior is a sunny yellow, reminiscent of the classic rubber duck, featuring bubble-shaped round windows and blue trim. Step inside (if you can fit!) to discover a maximalist bathroom: the walls are lined with dozens of miniature crochet ducks—some with glasses, some with hats, all adorable. A clawfoot bathtub overflows with bubbles, and a blue tiled floor ties the room together. Outside, a friendly green frog relaxes in his own wooden tub, sporting a tiny duck on his head.

This project is designed for the detail-oriented crocheter. To ensure the caravan maintains its boxy shape and the tiled floor remains flat, we rely on the “3-Layer Sandwich Method” (Yarn – Plastic Canvas – Yarn). We will also switch between standard hooks for the structure and micro-hooks for the army of tiny ducks.

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.

  – Bright Yellow: Main exterior, interior walls, ducks.

  – Ocean Blue: Floor tiles, exterior trim, wheel arches.

  – White: Bathtub, bubbles, window frames.

  – Orange: Duck beaks.

  – Green: Frog.

  – Wood Brown: Frog’s tub.

  – Silver/Grey: Showerhead, faucets.

  – Scrap Colors: Pink, Purple, Red (for duck hats/accessories).

• Hooks:

  – 2.5mm (Size C/2): For the main caravan structure, floor, and bathtub.

  – 1.5mm (Steel Hook): CRITICAL for the miniature ducks, soap, and frog.

• Structure: 5-6 sheets of Plastic Canvas (7-mesh stiffness).
• Other: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, hot glue gun, 4mm safety eyes (for frog), black embroidery thread (duck eyes).

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: 3-4 dc cluster (for bubbles)

Part 1: The Caravan Structure (Sandwich Method)

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm

1. The Tiled Floor Base

Make 2 identical panels.

1. Row 1: With Ocean Blue yarn, 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 the first piece. Keep yarn attached to the second.
4. The Tile Effect: Before assembling, use White yarn to surface slip stitch a grid pattern (vertical and horizontal lines) onto the top panel to create the look of bathroom tiles.

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

2. The Yellow Shell (U-Shaped)

This forms the Left Wall, Roof, and Right Wall. The open side is the front.

Panel A: Exterior (Bright Yellow)

• Row 1: Ch 91 (Length to cover Left Wall + Roof + Right Wall). Sc across. (90)
• Row 2-10: Sc across.
• Row 11 (Round Window – Left Side): Sc to position, Ch 6, Sk 6, Sc across.
• Row 12: Sc across, working 6 Sc into the chain space (or work around the chain later for a cleaner hole).
• Row 13-30: Sc across. Fasten off.

Panel B: Interior (Yellow)

• Repeat Panel A. Ensure the window gap aligns.

Assembly:

• Cut plastic canvas strip (cut out a circle for the window).
• Sandwich canvas between Panel A and Panel B.
• Join: Sc around the entire perimeter through both layers using Yellow. Sc around the inside of the window circle using White yarn to create a frame.
• Shape: Bend into a U-shape arch. Sew the bottom edges to the Floor Base.

3. The Back Wall

Make 2 Yellow panels (approx 25 sts wide x 30 rows high).

• Sandwich plastic canvas between them.
• Sew this wall to the back of the Floor and the back edge of the U-Shaped Shell to close the caravan.

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Part 2: The Duck Army (Maximalism)

IMPORTANT: Switch to 1.5mm Hook. We need LOTS of ducks.

1. The Miniature Rubber Duck

Make 15-20 in Yellow.

• Head & Body (One piece):

  Rnd 1: MR 6 sc.

  Rnd 2: Inc around (12).

  Rnd 3: Sc around. (Head).

  Rnd 4: Dec, Sc 8, Dec (10). (Neck).

  Rnd 5: (Sc 1, Inc) around (15).

  Rnd 6: Sc around.

  Rnd 7: Sc 4, (Dc, Tr, Dc) in next st (Tail), Sc remaining.

  Rnd 8: Dec to close. Stuff lightly.

• Beak: Orange thread. Ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch. Sew to face.
• Eyes: French knots with black thread.

2. Duck Accessories

• Top Hat: Purple/Black. MR 4 sc, BLO Sc, Sc. Rim: FLO 2 sc in each. Glue to duck head.
• Glasses: Twist tiny wire or embroider black circles.
• Headscarf: Pink. Ch 8, tie around head.

Placement: Glue rows of ducks onto the back wall of the caravan interior. They should look like they are sitting on invisible shelves, packed tight.

Part 3: Bathroom Fixtures

Use Hook Size: 2.5mm for Tub, 1.5mm for accessories.

1. The Bathtub

Use White yarn.

• Base: Ch 10. Sc around the chain to form an oval. Inc at ends. Work 3 rounds flat oval.
• Sides: BLO Sc around. Work 4-5 rounds even.
• Rim: (Sc, Ch 1, Sc) in each st around to make a rolled lip.
• Feet: Silver/Grey. Bobble stitch or Ch 3 loops at the 4 bottom corners.
• Bubbles: White yarn. Crochet a “cloud” shape (*Ch 3, dc cluster, sl st*) or simple Bobble stitches. Fill the tub with stuffing and sew the bubble layer on top.

2. Showerhead & Faucet

• Showerhead: Silver. MR 6 sc. Sc 1 round. Flatten. Ch 6 (Pipe). Glue to the upper wall.
• Faucets: Silver. Tiny french knots or beads glued to the tub rim.

3. Accessories

• Bar Soap: Pink. Ch 4, sc 2 rows. Cube shape.
• Back Brush: Blue (Handle – Ch 8), White (Bristles – Sc cluster). Glue to tub.

Part 4: Exterior & The Frog

1. Exterior Trim

Use Ocean Blue yarn (2.5mm hook).

• Wheel Arches: Ch 12. Sc 2 rows. Sew curved over the wheel area.
• Door Frame: Surface slip stitch a rectangle outline on the side wall.

2. The Frog & His Tub

Use 1.5mm Hook.

• Wooden Tub: Brown. MR 6 sc, Inc to 18. BLO Sc around. Sc 3 rows.
• Frog Body: Green. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rows. Dec to close.
• Frog Head: Green. MR 6 sc, Inc to 12. Sc 3 rows. Dec to close. Sew to body.
• Eyes: White balls (MR 4 sc) with black pupils. Sew on top of head.
• Legs: Ch 6, folded. Sew to sides.
• Tiny Duck Hat: Make an even smaller yellow duck (MR 4 sc) and glue to the Frog’s head.

3. Wheels

• Hub: Grey. MR 6 sc.
• Tire: Black. Inc to 12, Inc to 18. Sc around. Sew to caravan.

Final Assembly

1. Construct the Room: Ensure the U-shaped shell is securely sewn to the Tiled Floor. The back wall should provide stability.
2. Install the Ducks: This is the fun part! Glue the army of ducks onto the back wall, stacking them up to the ceiling. Vary their accessories.
3. Place Furniture: Glue the Bathtub in the center or slightly to the right. Add the soap and brush.
4. Exterior Scene: Position the Frog in his wooden tub outside the caravan door.

Congratulations! You have built the squeakiest, cleanest, most adorable “Rubber Duck” Bath House. It’s perfect for bathroom decor or just to make you smile!