My Biggest Sea Turtles Yet — Just Finished!

My Biggest Sea Turtles Yet — Just Finished!

I just wrapped up one of the most exciting crochet projects I’ve done in a while — giant crochet sea turtles, and I’m absolutely thrilled with how they turned out!

If you’ve been following my crochet journey, you know that I’ve made sea turtles before, but these ones are on a whole new level. They’re way bigger than any I’ve done in the past, and working on them has been such a fun, creative adventure. There’s something really satisfying about watching a project grow as you stitch, especially when you’re working with chunky yarn and a large hook. It gives the turtles so much personality — not to mention, they’re super squishy and huggable!

The Yarn & Hook

For this batch of turtles, I used Premier Yarn XL, which is a bulky, soft yarn that I hadn’t used before for amigurumi, but it worked perfectly for this project. It made the turtles feel plush and sturdy, like they could be loved on endlessly and still keep their shape.

I paired the yarn with a size 10 crochet hook, which helped me work up the turtles quickly while still keeping the stitches tight enough to hold in the stuffing. The size of the hook and the bulkiness of the yarn made each piece come together fast, and it was so satisfying seeing the turtle shapes take form in just a few sittings.

The Colors

One of my favorite parts of this whole project was playing with color. I used a mix of:

Sky Blue – for a calm, oceanic feel

Toffee – a warm, earthy tone that gave a classic turtle shell look

Burgundy – a rich, bold color that added a fun twist

Light Brown – soft and natural, perfect for balancing bolder shades

Key Lime – bright and zesty, a little pop of fun!

Each turtle turned out completely unique depending on the color combos I used, and now I can’t wait to try out even more! I’m already thinking about doing some in pastels, beachy tones, or even rainbow blends. The possibilities are endless, and I might have a hard time stopping myself from making dozens!

🧶 Materials I Used for the Giant Sea Turtles

Here’s what I used to bring these big cuties to life:

Yarn: Premier Yarn XL (super bulky, soft texture)

Hook: Size 10 (6.0 mm)

Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill for that plush, squeezable feel

Yarn needle: For sewing the parts together

Stitch marker: To help keep track of rounds (super helpful for amigurumi!)

Safety eyes or embroidered eyes: Depending on your preference

Scissors

Feel free to customize the colors based on what you have — part of the fun is mixing and matching to create unique turtles every time!

The Plan: Craft Fair & Beyond

So what’s the plan for these big, beautiful turtles? I’m gearing up for a craft fair this September, and these are going to be one of my featured items at my table. I’ve done smaller turtles and other items in the past, but I have a feeling these XL ones are really going to draw people in.

I’ll be making a few extra on the side too, just in case friends or family want to snag one — and honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if some folks start placing orders once they see how adorable and snuggly these guys are in person. I’ve already had a couple of people message me asking for updates!

I’m also considering offering a few custom turtles after the fair — maybe giving people the chance to choose their own color combos or even add little accessories like tiny hats, flowers, or bows.

Reflections

This project has reminded me just how much joy I get from crocheting — especially when I’m creating something a little whimsical and full of charm. Sea turtles have always had a special place in my heart, and seeing them come to life in such a big and bold way was incredibly satisfying. They’re cute, squishy, and full of character — and I think they’ll bring smiles to a lot of faces.

Crocheting isn’t just a hobby for me — it’s become a creative outlet, a way to unwind, and now, a small business adventure that I’m slowly growing one stitch at a time.