Gobble Gobble
Turn on your tv and I guarantee that within the first commercial break you chance upon, you will witness at the very least three advertisements that some how relate to the holidays. Now that it’s November, nothing is off limits - Christmas is basically around the corner anyways, right? There is definitely a good deal if planning and crafting to start on for Thanksgiving, but if I try to even conceptualize what may or may not occur in December, I honestly fear that my head just might explode. With all the preparations to be done, I really don’t have time to clean that up, and I kind of doubt that brain goo will make a very attractive home decoration.
I have very poor perception of time, so when I see all these ads for Christmas gifts and such, my stress rises to about 20 points short of a melt down. We are entering my favorite time of year now, but there are many aspects that come with it which must be sorted through before the fun begins. All I can do right now is focus on one thing at a time, and since Thanks giving is indisputably fair game now, I think the time is ripe for us to talk turkey.
But of course I’m going to have a turkey at the dinner table! It’s his day after all, he should be the guest of honor! I’m sure we can both agree to have a tofurkey on the table as well. I have a feeling that my family won’t entirely agree with this proposal, but this year I’m putting my foot down. If there is any sort of dead animal present at dinner, I will not be. This is the time to be grateful for life, so I can’t possibly see how sacrificing another helpless turkey will really be the appropriate way in which to celebrate. I know tradition is very prevalent in the reasoning behind this approach, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s murder. This proclamation may just leave me out in the cold this year, but I know that I won’t be completely alone - My [acrylic] feathered friend over there plans to stick around for a while, especially during this dangerous time.
Now you can invite a turkey to your own veggie feast, how ever you choose to mark the occasion! They really do make wonderful, gracious guests, and you can rest assured that they will fully appreciate your decision to have a cruelty-free holiday. Just ask everyone you invite if they’d really want to eat a cute little turkey like him, and maybe you might change a few minds.
Head and Body:
Using an F hook and dark brown worsted weight, sc 5 into a circle
Sc twice into each stitch
Sc1, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc2, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc3, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc even for 4 rounds
Sc3, sc 2tog* around
Sc2, sc 2tog* around
-Insert eyes-
Sc even for 1 round
Sc2, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc even for 1 rounds
Sc3, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc even for 1 rounds
Sc4, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc even for 5 rounds
Sc4, sc 2tog* around
Sc3, sc 2tog* around
Sc2, sc 2tog* around
Sc1, sc 2tog* around
Sc 2tog* around
Break yarn, stuff, and secure bottom
Wing (Make 2)
With the same colored yarn as the body, ch 6
In second ch from hook, sc 1
Sc 1 into next ch
Dc 1 into each of the next 2 ch
Into final ch, tc 6 times
Dc into back of 2 sc
Sc once more into next stitch
Beak
In yellow yarn, sc3 into a circle
Sc2 into 1 stitch, 2 sc, 2 sc into 1 stitch (5)
Sc2, sc 2 into 1 stitch, 2 sc (6)
Beak yarn, leaving a couple inches to sew with
For the snood, simply ch 4 in red and attach
Tail
Beginning with the same dark brown yarn, sc 5 into a circle
Sc twice in each stitch
Sc1, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc2, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc3, sc twice into next stitch* around
-Switch to rust-colored yarn-
Sc4, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc5, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc6, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc7, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc8, sc twice into next stitch* around
-Switch to red yarn-
Sc9, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc10, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc5, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc6, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sc7, sc twice into next stitch* around
-Switch to orange yarn-
Sc8, sc twice into next stitch* around
Sk1, tc 5 into next stitch, sk1, sl st (Half way around, or 12 x)
Break yarn, leaving a very long tail
To assemble: Determine proper placement and sew both wings to the sides, and the beak between the two safety eyes. The only semi-challenging part is the tail, which is to be folded in half so that all of the scalloped edge is in front. Sew the two sides together so that the second to last row matches up on both pieces and the scallops protrude. Sew to the back using matching yarn. Bury in ends and start preparing for Thanksgiving!
saraahhhhhhh said,
November 7, 2006 at 11:17 am
THATS A GOOD IDEA.
really. just saying that there will be no meat,or no you.
that will work!!
call me later if you wanna come over and watch marry poppins or something.
Katie said,
November 7, 2006 at 3:38 pm
Thanks for the pattern. I may just have to try it.
Desiree said,
November 7, 2006 at 5:03 pm
Good luck with the family! I’ve boycotted T-day for years now, most recently in the form of going to Farm Sanctuary and watching children feed turkeys a feast. I hope yours works out. And the turkey is adorable. =)
Terri said,
November 7, 2006 at 5:47 pm
Thank you sooooo much for this pattern. I look forward to looking at your postings each night. Keep up the beautiful work!!
gabbybell said,
November 7, 2006 at 7:00 pm
That turkey is gorgeous!
I’d love to learn how to do that, but with no prior experience i may have to start from real kiddie templates.
Your idea of ‘tofurkey’ intrigues me! Hope you upload some photos when you’re done ^_^
Hope Christmas isn’t too stressful for you!
Jess said,
November 7, 2006 at 8:00 pm
Such a cute turkey! Thank you for the pattern, I am most definitely going to print this out and try it.
Amber said,
November 7, 2006 at 8:36 pm
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Amber said,
November 7, 2006 at 8:36 pm
ps…your pics are brill to!
Jessica said,
November 7, 2006 at 9:51 pm
so cute! i’m so happy to see someone focus on thanksgiving & not jump straight to Christmas. I love Christmas, but I also love Thanksgiving!!!
scrunchyy said,
November 7, 2006 at 10:39 pm
Thank you for the pattern!!!
I enjoy your blog.
dragonmommie said,
November 7, 2006 at 11:09 pm
Thanks for the pattern! I’ll only have to ge the brown and I can start… yippee!
He’s so cute. How long does it take to make him? I might make more than one and give them out for favors!
Thanks,
Debbie
ugliducklyn said,
November 8, 2006 at 2:27 am
Eeeee, he is adorable!!! I can’t wait to make him, he’s got to be the cutest turkey I have ever seen!
laura said,
November 8, 2006 at 8:26 am
What a fabulous pattern!
I’m lucky enough that I haven’t had to deal with a turkey carcass in years. We now host a vegan t-day at my place where friends come over (and few of them vegan actually) to seek refuge from the chaos that is family events.
Mysti said,
November 9, 2006 at 12:48 am
oh thank you so much for this! I was wondering what I was going to use as a center piece and this is just perfect. Thank you for making this avalible.
ituloy angsulong said,
November 9, 2006 at 6:07 am
thank you so muchhh
Bonnie said,
November 9, 2006 at 4:12 pm
THis is so cute…I am going to try to make him for my table
defrostindoors said,
November 9, 2006 at 9:24 pm
That is too cute! You’re very talented. :)
Sharon said,
November 10, 2006 at 2:41 pm
Thanks so much for the pattern. I will make them for my table.Will have a new granddaughter by then and will make her 1st Turkey.
Anjuli said,
November 12, 2006 at 4:55 pm
This is so awesome! I am making my own turkey right away!
Shirley said,
November 13, 2006 at 8:44 am
Love the cute little turkey. I agree about Thanksgiving dinner with no turkey. My husband, Rich and I have dinner by ourselves. So we decide what we want for Thanksgiving dinner……….last year it was homemade veggie pizza and pumpkin pie.
rhonda said,
November 13, 2006 at 12:18 pm
I think he is the most beautiful tur-key I have ever seen! My friend, Beth just said yesterday that she did not have a turkey for her Fall arrangement in her entry way. If the Good Lord is willing I am going to surprise her with your beautiful turk-ey, and she will have her turkey. How beautiful a piece of art he is. The Lord really blessed your hands and mind when he gave you this pattern. May He continue to use your hands to create beautiful pieces of work for His kingdom. Thank you for the pattern. Your kindness is appreciated…
Tess said,
November 15, 2006 at 7:13 am
Hi I think this pattern is adorable. I found it while looking for a pattern for a small crocheted turkey pin that you would wear on your blouse, or as I wear it on my smock at work. I think I can make a copy by just looking at the one I have but would really rather save the time and have a pattern. Does anyone happen to have such a pattern they would be willing to share? Thank you and I will be making this turkey for my place of employments Fall decorations 2007! God bless you all,Tess
speedvegan said,
November 16, 2006 at 10:28 am
beautiful colors !
Christina said,
November 17, 2006 at 5:44 pm
I totally love your turkey. Thank you for sharing. I decided to add some legs on mine. I hope that you check him out. I’ going to give him to my Granny, she is going to love him.
yanush said,
November 25, 2006 at 1:10 pm
very nice :))
Jen desu said,
December 9, 2006 at 2:22 pm
^_________________^ AHH he’s so cute. And do not worry, for he is comfortable and (hopefully) happy in my room. I love him so :D When it gets warmer, I am going to put him in my car, and he will be my travelling buddy.
Thank you again for the happy invite; thanksgiving was truly a wonderful experience. ’specially with you, luff ;D
Lyndyme said,
May 8, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Sorry to post this so many months later, but I wanted to let you know I made your turkey as a present for my sister. Of course, she loved it — he one comment was “Make more! Make them bigger!”
Your designs are cuter than many I’ve seen published. Have you submitted any for publication yet?
Jenifer said,
October 23, 2007 at 2:14 pm
Just wanted to let you know that even a year later, your cute little turkey is bringing joy to others. I just got married in May and in August my husband deployed to Iraq. I am going to make him the turkey and send to him for thanksgiving. (I might even make several if I have the time and supplies so his whole unit can have a big flock!) Thanks so much for sharing your pattern with the world!
P.S. What did you use for eyes, and how did you attach them?
Thanks again!
Anita said,
October 26, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Just finished my turkey! Thanks for the pattern!
bluespatula said,
October 30, 2007 at 7:20 pm
Yay for us vegetarians! I love your turkey much more than the ones folks like to eat! Long live the turkey!
veggiesyarnsandtails said,
January 22, 2008 at 7:17 pm
Very cute and meaningful too. Great post!