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make a plarn betta! 

a tribute to Sushi the betta fish, my pet betta fish that passed away. 

i used those thin translucent plastic bags from the produce section in the grocery store, partly because we don't get free plastic bags here in Toronto and the only plastic bags i have on hand are those produce ones. but also because i think the translucent and delicate quality of the produce bags would make a nice fish.

for this project you'll need:

plarn (aka plastic bag yarn. if you need instruction on how to make plastic bag yarn see http://hellejorgensen.typepad.com/gooseflesh/2007/02/plastic_bag_yar.html)
3-4 of those produce bags would suffice.

3.5mm crochet hook

white glue

another plastic bag to stuff fish

shiny silver material
(i.e. the inside of a candy wrapper)

a black Sharpie


 
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Step 1: Crochet the body

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ch 3, 6 sc in third ch from hook, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc] around and around until piece measures about 2″ in diameter, end with a sl st in next sc. Don’t fasten off.

You’ll get a shallow cup shape.
ikaika47 says: Jan 28, 2013. 10:48 PM
This is the cutest thing I've ever seen, who new it could be so easy!!
dragonswing says: Oct 24, 2012. 8:32 PM
Very cute fish. Disappointed that I can't get the pdf download without becoming a premier member. Took me a half hour to figure out how to become a free member. Only the premier block kept popping up. Very unfriendly site so I don't think I will stick around long.
Just saw the block that says no criticisms so I guess I will be banned after this comment. BYE!
charchar2 says: Jan 8, 2012. 7:37 AM
So cute!! I'm so sorry about Sushi... :(
sugarsnout says: Nov 24, 2011. 5:58 AM
Beautiful!! I may have to brush up on my basic crochet, I really want a beta fish but I have a very crazy kitten who loves seafood! He and the two birds get along but I think this will be awesome. I have had an awesome bowl for a long time. I might suspend the fish in the bowl for display. Thanks for the great idea!!
BabyRoses7 says: Jun 22, 2011. 2:07 PM

Very creative and ingenious I love it!! i wonder could you also use colored marker pens to make different colored betas??< Love your Plarn beta Fish! and im sorry to hear about Sushi! God Bless!
taria says: May 29, 2011. 7:25 PM
awww, I lost my poor Alby a while back as well (my bata that lived for 4 months, hey it's a record for a Walmart fish) he's on my cell though as the back ground. He was all white with one tiny dot of black on his head. That's why he was named Alby. short for albino...lol

I might make one of these and have it, just to have one of my baby Alby. Okay I've lost it...lol
genuine mudpie (author) in reply to tariaMay 29, 2011. 8:23 PM
sushi the betta fish didn't live past 6 months either... i'm not sure where he was bought. but i guess betta fish don't live very long. sad...
taria in reply to genuine mudpieMay 31, 2011. 1:00 PM
My daughter had one that lived for 2 years. I think that's long for a betta if I'm not mistaken.

betta fish are so graceful and beautiful....*sighs* I miss my fishies at home, (Koy's sp?)
jfeuling says: May 28, 2011. 8:08 PM
I'm sorry, I'm a bit confused. Could you maybe post some more pictures of your crocheting process?
genuine mudpie (author) in reply to jfeulingMay 29, 2011. 7:17 AM
which part of the crocheting process are you unclear about?
Sagi says: Apr 18, 2011. 11:11 AM
Awesome! But i think, it resembles more a fantail gold fish than a betta ;-)!
gardenwife in reply to SagiMay 2, 2011. 10:17 AM
I thought it looked like a fantail goldfish. Either way, it is *really* cool. I love this -- great job! Can you recommend any good video tutorials showing how to crochet? I've never tried that.
genuine mudpie (author) in reply to gardenwifeMay 2, 2011. 11:49 AM
thank you!
i think the videos from lion brand yarn offer some pretty clear instructions. http://learntocrochet.lionbrand.com/
genuine mudpie (author) in reply to SagiApr 18, 2011. 12:06 PM
haha, that's what my mom said (that it looks like a gold fish). i guess it can be a gold fish. though i made it with my pet betta in mind.
Sagi in reply to genuine mudpieApr 18, 2011. 11:16 PM
Goldfish or betta - its gorgeous work and very cool! :-)
plasticpopcorn4 says: Apr 18, 2011. 11:03 AM
ahaha i thought it was real :D
suecsuecsue says: Apr 17, 2011. 10:00 AM
Plarny Sweet fins and tail!
cdawisconsin says: Apr 16, 2011. 7:10 AM
Very creative =)
Kaptain Kool says: Apr 15, 2011. 6:44 PM
Really cool, good job!
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