Intro

Meet the Retro Roller Skater Turtle: a beachy turtle in a peach track jacket with crisp white stripes, mint sport shorts, and quad roller skates with pastel wheels. Accessories include a round pastel helmet, striped tube socks, a mint fanny pack, a water bottle, soft wristbands, and a handheld “DISCO ROLL” sign.

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

• Worsted (Category 4) cotton or cotton-blend yarn
  1. MC (Skin): sandy beige, 120 g
  2. Shell top: olive, 45 g
  3. Shell rim/underside (plastron): seafoam, 35 g
  4. Jacket: peach/coral, 55 g
  5. Jacket stripes & zipper band: white, 25 g
  6. Shorts: mint, 45 g
  7. Helmet: pastel peach, 25 g
  8. Socks: white + thin mint stripe, 15 g
  9. Skates: cream uppers (30 g), denim-blue heels/toe caps (scraps), wheels in four pastels (pink, yellow, mint, sky) ~10 g total, axle/plate gray (scraps)
  10. Fanny pack: mint (20 g) + zipper line white (scraps)
  11. Wristbands: white (scraps)
  12. Bottle: silver gray + cap blue (scraps)
  13. Sign: sand board + brown stick, black letters (scraps)
• Hooks: 3.0 mm (doll, skates, helmet), 3.25–3.5 mm (clothes/accessories)
• 9 mm safety eyes (2)
• Polyester stuffing
• Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors
• Optional: thin plastic circle for bottle base; short pieces of cotton swab shaft or pipe cleaner for skate axles (omit for small children)

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec – invisible decrease
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd – round
• rep – repeat
• fo – fasten off

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Gauge & Size

• Gauge (3.0 mm, sc spiral): ~6 sts × 7 rows = 1″ × 1″ (2.5 × 2.5 cm).
• Finished height: ~10–11″ (25–28 cm) without sign, helmet on.
  Keep stitches firm so the turtle stands securely on skates.

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Construction Overview

Work the turtle in separate pieces: head, body tube, shell top & underside, arms, legs/feet, tail, then sew together. Dress the turtle in a removable track jacket and pull-on sport shorts; socks and wristbands are simple add-ons. Build roller skates directly on the feet (quad style). Make accessories last: helmet, fanny pack, water bottle, and DISCO ROLL sign.

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Turtle – Base Doll (3.0 mm)

Head (MC)

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc)×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc)×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc)×6 (36)
   7–10) sc around (36)
7. (5 sc, inc)×6 (42)
   12–14) sc around (42)
8. Place eyes between rnds 11–12, 9 sts apart.
9. (5 sc, dec)×6 (36)
10. (4 sc, dec)×6 (30) — start stuffing, firm cheeks.
11. (3 sc, dec)×6 (24)
12. (2 sc, dec)×6 (18)
13. (sc, dec)×6 (12)
14. dec around (6); fo, close.

Mouth & Nostrils: With darker beige/brown, backstitch a small curved smile and two tiny nostrils.

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Body Tube (MC)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc)×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc)×6 (30)
   6–12) sc around (30)
6. (3 sc, dec)×6 (24) — neck round
7. sc around (24); fo with long tail. Stuff firmly into a cylinder.

Arms (make 2, MC)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc)×3 (9)
   3–7) sc around (9)
3. (2 sc, inc)×3 (12)
   9–11) sc around (12)
4. (2 sc, dec)×3 (9)
   13–16) sc around (9) — lightly stuff palm; leave upper arm soft.
   Flatten last rnd and sc through both layers 4–5 sts to close. Leave long tails.

Legs & Feet (make 2, MC)

Foot

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
   4–6) sc around (18)
4. (sc, dec)×6 (12)
5. sc around (12) — stuff firmly.
   Leg
6. (3 sc, inc)×3 (15)
   10–13) sc around (15) — stuff moderately; fo with long tails.

Tail (MC)

1. MR 5 (5)
   2–5) sc around (5); fo, lightly stuff.

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Shell

Shell Top (olive)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc)×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc)×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc)×6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc)×6 (42)
8. sc around (42)
9. (6 sc, inc)×6 (48) for a gentle dome
10. sc around (48); fo.

Subtle paneling: Surface slip-stitch 5–6 faint curved lines from center to rim to hint at shell pattern.

Plastron/Underside (seafoam)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc)×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc)×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc)×6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc)×6 (42)
8. sc around (42); fo, leave an extra-long tail.

Join: Center body tube on the plastron and whipstitch the neck round to rnd 8 of plastron. Layer the shell top over the back; whipstitch shell rim to plastron rim, stuffing between them for a firm dome. Attach tail at lower back as you close.

Head & Limbs: Sew head to neck. Attach arms level with top of shell; legs beneath so feet point straight forward.

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Clothing

Track Jacket (peach with white stripes) – 3.25–3.5 mm

Boxy, hip-length, rolled cuffs; front “zipper” band in white.

Body (worked in the round to armholes)

1. With peach, ch 64; join without twist (64).
2. Rnd 1: sc around (64).
3. Rnd 2: BLO sc around for hem ridge (64).
   4–7) sc around (64).
4. Add white side stripes: choose two opposite side positions; surface sl st two parallel thin lines from hem to armhole height after you finish body (note).
5. Separate armholes: sc 8, ch 4 (sk 6), sc 20, ch 4 (sk 6), sc 8 (44).
   10–12) sc around (44). Fo and tidy.

Front Zipper Band (white)

• Turn the jacket so the opening is centered: it’s a pullover-style tube; create a faux front by surface slip-stitching a vertical white band from neckline to hem at center front, then add a short horizontal bar ~1 cm from top to mimic a zipper pull (small chain loop).

Sleeves (make 2, peach)
Pick up 12 sc evenly around each armhole (6 skipped sts + 4 chain + 2 extras).
Rnds 1–6: sc around (12).
Rnd 7: FLO hdc around for a soft rolled cuff look; fo.

Collar
Join peach at neckline; sc 1 round. Next round: FLO hdc around to create a ribbed collar; fo.

Galaxy-free detail: keep body plain peach; the sleek look relies on the white stripes and band.

Sport Shorts (mint) – 3.25–3.5 mm

High waist, short inseam, white side piping.

1. ch 56; join (56).
2. Rnd 1: sc around (56).
3. Rnd 2: (BLO sc 6, dec)×7 (49).
   4–5) sc around (49).
4. Split: sc 24, ch 2, sk 1, join to start for first leg (25).
   Leg 1: Rnds 7–9 sc (25); Rnd 10 sl st around for neat hem; fo.
   Leg 2: Work remaining 25 sts to match.

Side piping: With white, surface sl st along each side seam from waist to hem.

Tube Socks (white with mint stripe) – 3.0–3.25 mm

Work directly on the legs above skates.

For each leg:

1. Join white around leg at rnd 10; sc around (15).
   2–3) sc around (15).
2. Mint stripe: sc around (15).
3. White: sc around (15); fo and weave in. Push socks slightly down for a slouchy look.

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Roller Skates (built on feet)

Skate Boot (cream upper on each foot)

1. Join cream at outer side of foot rnd 7; sc across 10 sts over toe (10).
2. Turn; sc 10.
3. Turn; dec, sc 6, dec (8).
4. Turn; sc 8.
5. Work a round of sl st around the opening for firmness; fo.

Toe/Heel Caps (denim-blue)

• Surface sl st a curved cap line across the toe and a small heel patch at the back.

Laces (white)

• ch 28; thread as an “X” through the upper edge of the boot and tie a bow.

Plates & Axles (gray)

Plate strip: ch 8; sc back (7); sew centered under foot lengthwise.
Axles: embroider short horizontal bars (2–3 sl sts) at front and back ends of the plate.
Optional sturdy version: insert tiny trimmed swab shafts through the plate ends (secure with stitches) for real axles—omit for young children.

Wheels (4 colors, make 8 identical discs)

For each wheel (pink/mint/yellow/sky):

1. MR 6 hdc, join (6).
2. ch 1, (hdc inc) around (12); fo leaving tail.
   Sew two wheels on each axle end—front pair one color combo (e.g., mint + pink), back pair another (e.g., sky + yellow). Keep wheels parallel so the turtle stands.

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Helmet (pastel peach) – 3.0 mm

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc)×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc)×6 (30)
6. sc around (30)
7. sc 4, ch 3 (ear gap), sk 3, sc 8, ch 3 (ear gap), sk 3, sc 12 (30)
8. BLO sc around to form a subtle inner band (30)
9. sl st around; fo.
   Optional thin white surface stripe down the center for a retro vibe.

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Wristbands (white, make 2)

• ch 10; sl st to ring; sc around 2 rounds; fo. Stretch-fit onto wrists.

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Fanny Pack (mint)

Pouch (worked flat)

1. ch 16; Row 1: sc 15.
   2–8) sc rows (15).
   Fold to make a pocket (2/3 of height); seam sides.
   Flap: sc 4 rows across top; last row dec at both corners to round; edge with white sl sts as “zipper” line.
   Belt: ch 52–56; sl st back; sew ends to pouch sides so it sits on the turtle’s front. Add a tiny chain pull in white.

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Water Bottle (silver gray + blue cap)

1. With gray, MR 6 (6)
2. inc (12)
3. (sc, inc)×6 (18)
   4–7) sc around (18)
4. (2 sc, dec)×4, sc 2 (14)
   9–10) sc (14)
5. Join blue; sc 2 rounds for the cap; fo.
   Optional: place a small plastic circle at the base for stability.

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“DISCO ROLL” Sign

Board (sand)

1. ch 16; Row 1: sc 15.
   2–6) sc rows (15). Border with sl sts.
   Letters: With black, backstitch DISCO ROLL in two lines (DISCO / ROLL) using block caps.
   Stick (brown): ch 24; sl st back; sew to back center of board.

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Assembly & Dressing

1. Dress shorts first; then the track jacket. Add white side stripes on jacket body (two parallel lines per side) if you didn’t surface-stitch earlier.
2. Pull on socks and fold them slightly.
3. Fit skate boots, tie laces; sew a tiny tack at heel if you want them permanent. Attach plates, axles, and wheels aligned so the turtle stands.
4. Place helmet over head with ear gaps aligned.
5. Strap on fanny pack around the waist so the pouch sits front and center.
6. Slide on wristbands. Put the water bottle near the right hand or stitch to palm with a small tack.
7. Insert sign stick in the left hand and secure with a stitch.

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Finishing & Customization

• Jacket fit: If you prefer a true open-front jacket, cut the tube at center front and edge both sides with white rows; add a short collar band.
• Shorts length: Add 1–2 rounds before splitting for legs for a longer inseam.
• Wheel colors: Arrange wheels in a repeating pastel pattern or two-tone pairs to match your photo vibe.
• Fanny pack depth: Add 2 extra rows to the pouch height for more volume; keep flap shape the same.
• Helmet snugness: If loose, run one round of sc dec around the brim; if tight, switch to 3.25 mm for rounds 6–9.
• Safety: Omit any rigid axles/wire for toys intended for young children; embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes.

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Pattern Recap

• Doll: Sandy-beige turtle with domed olive shell and seafoam plastron; friendly embroidered smile; 9 mm eyes; short tail.
• Outfit: Peach track jacket with white stripes and faux zipper band; mint sport shorts with side piping; white tube socks with mint stripe; pastel helmet.
• Footwear: Quad roller skates—cream boots, denim caps, pastel wheels on gray plates.
• Extras: Mint fanny pack, silver water bottle, wristbands, and a “DISCO ROLL” hand sign.

Have fun bringing your Retro Roller Skater Turtle to life—perfect for pastel, natural-light photos on a wooden table or by a sunny window!