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PATTERN DIGITAL DOWNLOAD** Whitney the Whale Shark Crochet Stuffed Animal Pattern

Name: PATTERN DIGITAL DOWNLOAD** Whitney the Whale Shark Crochet Stuffed Animal Pattern
Brand: TheKottonKaboodle
SKU: 833872394
Price: 7.49 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (442 reviews)

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Designed by TheKottonKaboodle
Digital download
Digital file type(s): 1 PDF

THIS PATTERN IS ADVANCED. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR BEGINNERS.

This pattern is written in ENGLISH and US crochet terms.
Once you purchase, the PDF will be available to download. Please wait a few moments for the transaction.

*THIS IS A PDF PATTERN ONLY! Not a finished product.*

Everything "whale" be alright with this cutie around! Whitney the Whale Shark is so chubby and cuddly, you'll have a fin-tastic time hanging with her!

When crocheted with worsted weight (category 4) yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook, Whitney the Whale Shark measures 13.5"L x 10"W x 6"H.

This is an 11 page PDF pattern that includes 24 pictures, and several pro-tips to make your crocheting experience a breeze!

Materials needed:
(All yarn is medium, worsted weight)
• 200-300 yards of blue yarn • 200-300 yards of white yarn • 100-150 yards of pink yarn • 3.5mm hook
• 18mm safety eyes
• Poly-fil stuffing
• Yarn needle for sewing
• Stitch marker

Please keep in mind that this is an ADVANCED PATTERN. It takes time and work to make the speckled pattern on the shark's back, but it makes a beautiful finished product!

Again, this is a crochet PATTERN, not a finished product. If you do not crochet and you would like a physical "Whitney the Whale Shark Crochet Stuffed Animal", please view this listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1802989067

The Kotton Kaboodle Copyright 2024. This pattern is for personal use ONLY. No part of this pattern may be modified, resold, or distributed by anyone other than the seller, or else they will be in violation of copyright.
You absolutely may sell your finished products! Credit must be given to the creator of the pattern, Julia P. of The Kotton Kaboodle, and a link to The Kotton Kaboodle Etsy shop or website must be included.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS FOR FINISHED PRODUCT:
Put the stuffed animal in a pillowcase and close the hole with a hair tie. Put it in your washing machine on a gentle/delicate cycle using cold water and a very small amount of detergent so it will smell good. Let it air dry until it is completely dry. You may have to reshape the stuffed animal slightly.
You can surface treat any stains.

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What buyers say, summarized by AI: Great pattern Clear instructions Looks great Love it Helpful seller Easy to use Perfect gift

4.8

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4.9 Item quality

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Dragon May 30, 2026

I really enjoyed making this pattern and it was very easy to follow!

Dragon May 30, 2026

5 This item

Bran Feb 10, 2026

great crochet pattern! works up a nice whale shark.

Bran Feb 10, 2026

4 This item

Holly Jan 25, 2026

Easy to read and follow.

Holly Jan 25, 2026

5 This item

Dara Dec 21, 2025

I love my new whale shark! I followed the pattern exactly and didn't have any issues with the colors lining up, so I'm not sure what some of the reviews have been talking about. It turned out adorable! Only adjustment I made was somewhat stitching the mouth to the body from the inside so that it wouldn't fold back outwards and that was really effective, but I also upscaled to about 4ft long so that might not be needed on a normal size one!