Cecropia Moth Caterpillar

*This listing is for a crochet pattern, not a finished product* This is a crochet pattern to make a large Cecropia Moth Caterpillar (Hyalophora cecropia Linnaeus). It is relatively simple crocheting with a lot of pieces and detail work, so time consuming but suitable for any intermediate-level or higher crochet level*. American Crochet Terms in English only 25 page pattern with 54 photos Includes diagram for tubercle placement Includes many step-by-step photos Intermediate+ Skill Level (see note at bottom) Finished Size: 38” inches long, 27” around Gauge: 18st x 16rows = 4 x 4 inches ///Gauge is not essential, though will affect yardage BONUS: I have included a printable checklist to help you keep track of the many small pieces that adorns this caterpillar. Materials: #4/medium weight yarn in: (GREEN) Medium Green – 780yards (BLUE) Medium Blue – 380yards (YELLOW) Yellow – 200yards (RED) Red – 25yards (BLACK) *Black – 120yards (WHITE) White – 10 yards G/6 4.00mm crochet hook Stitch markers Tapestry Needle Long Straight 32 ounces of Polyester Stuffing *Clear-drying glue or Fray Check (optional) SEE PATTERN FOR OPTIONS *This pattern uses basic crochet stitches + a bobble stitch and a puff stitch as well as some non-standard methods of shaping, but any crocheter with confidence in following written instructions and resourcefulness at learning new skills will have no problem completing this pattern. It is super important to read the pattern carefully, including notes, and utilize the pictures provided for clarity. Pattern assistance is available via email only.