Make a Romp Of Otters – Fun Knit & Crochet Patterns!

Posted by Danielle | May 23, 2017 | Amigurumi & Kawaii, Crochet Hacks | 4 |

Did you know that a river otter’s tail makes up almost half of its body length? Now you know!

River Otter by Sara Elizabeth Kellner

While river otters move and shake with ease, sea otters are a little more awkward but their hands are highly dexterous!

Otter by Jessica Boyer

Sea otters are also bigger than river otters …

Sea Otter Amigurumi by Mohu

and their fur is thicker too.

Sea Otter Amigurumi by Donatella Principi

Read more about otters, 15 Playful Facts About Otters.

About The Author

Danielle

Danielle Holke is a long-time knitter, first taught by her beloved grandmother as a young girl growing up in Canada. In 2008 she launched KnitHacker, a lively blog and knitting community which has since grown to be a popular presence in contemporary knitting culture, reaching more than a million readers each year. As a marketing professional, Danielle advises and works with a motley squad of artists, yarn bombers, film makers, pattern designers, yarn companies and more. Learn more about her latest book, Knits & Pieces: A Knitting Miscellany.

4 Comments

Debra Freeman on January 12, 2018 at 6:22 pm

I bought the otter pattern by Jessica boyer 2017. The pieces are very easy to make however I’m having a difficult time putting the head, neck, & body together. Help. Please
- Danielle on January 12, 2018 at 9:43 pm
  
  Hi Debra. what did Jessica say when you contacted her?
Lilian on July 9, 2020 at 5:04 am

Hi Danielle

Does Sara Elizabeth Kellner has crochet patterns for her river otter. I have not been knitting for 40 years and my hands are not too stable hence I only do crocheting. I love her pattern but I do not know how to contact her. Please advise. Thank you. Lilian
- Danielle on July 12, 2020 at 7:39 pm
  
  Hi Lilian, I have not seen a crochet pattern from here. This is her Ravelry page with contact info: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/sara-elizabeth-kellner