How to crochet a capybara | Step by step crochet tutorial

Meet the cuddliest capybara in the world – and it's crocheted! This video tutorial guides you step-by-step through creating your own adorable capybara plushie using yarn and a crochet hook. We'll cover everything from shaping its signature round body to adding those sweet, beady eyes. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face.
Throughout this tutorial, we will be using crochet techniques such as single crochet, increase, decrease, half double crochet 3 stitches together, single crochet 3 stitches together and slip stitch to bring this charming creature to life.
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You will need;
YarnArt Dolce yarn (but you can use any yarn you like)
5 mm crochet hook (or any hook size suitable for the yarn you are using)
Yarn needle and scissors
Stitch marker
Toy stuffing
Safety eyes 6 mm

Abbreviations:
rnd: round
sc: single crochet
sc3tog: single crochet 3 stitches together
hdc3tog: half double crochet 3 stitches together
inc: increase
dec: invisible decrease
ch: chain stitch
slst: slip stitch
FLO: front loops only
C1: light brown
C2: dark brown
(*, *): repeat terms