Here are my Happy Pills! The world as we know it is not kind to anyone’s mental health. We are all going through something and some people may be struggling more than others. So many people bear it differently but we all find different ways to help the state of our heads. Some need medication, therapy, and other types of self care.

Although it doesn’t fix anything entirely, it still helps to know that you have loved ones around you that support who you are. Its comforting – we all know someone who may struggle with their mental health or maybe that someone is you so let someone know you’re thinking of them during their lows with a little plushie!

This might not be actual medication, but I know if someone had made me a doll during my lows, it would’ve gone a long way. They also say crocheting does a lot of wonders for mental health, so this can benefit you at the same time!

However people choose to take care of themselves is entirely up to them but we need to de-stigmatize mental health issues. Mental health is just as important as your physical self and can sometimes hurt more. We need to continue talking about about these things to help others feel safe in their troubles and to find the help they need. It needs to no longer be a “hush hush” thing or swept under the rug.

Down below, you will find the Happy Pills pattern and everything you need to know about it before getting started!

Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it.

You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to Knot Bad and link it my website knotbadami.com

Make sure to post it! Use the hashtag #yarnpunk when posting it and please feel free to tag me and show me how yours turned out! You can find my Instagram here under @knot.bad! You can also find the Facebook group and subreddit r/yarnpunk to post to as well!

If you would like to get started on my Happy Pill-O for some home décor or a project to hug, click HERE or click the photo to be directed to the FREE Pattern!

So here’s what you’ll need:

All the yarns can be substituted with any worsted weight yarn*

Scissors

1 Skein in JOANN Big Twist Value (In Black)

1 Skein in JOANN Big Twist Value (In Varsity Red) (Color A)

1 Skein in JOANN Big Twist Value (In Sapphire) (Color B)

1 Skein in JOANN Big Twist Value (In White)

1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch (Raspberry) (For blush, use any vibrant pink!)

2 x 12mm Safety Eyes (For each)

(Click the photo to get the safety eyes I use for all my dolls!)

Dimensions

Height: 4″ inches roughly

Width: 3″ inches roughly

Skill Level:

Beginner

Abbreviations (In US terms)

Ch – chain

Sc – Single Crochet

Dec – Decrease

* *- Repeat

FO -Finish Off

Don’t forget to pin this pattern for later! It can be easy to forget so make sure you have this tucked away for a rainy day on your Pinterest Boards!

Notes:

This pattern is worked in the round and not joined.
Find my How-To Video on the Magic Ring HERE!
The pattern will guide you in how to make the pieces – at the bottom will be where you find the assembly
You can find helpful tutorials throughout, but if you would like to find some of my tips and tricks you can head HERE!
Switch colors depending on which pill you would like to make!

Let’s Get Started!

Begin in Color A or B

Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6) (Click here for video tutorial!)

Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)

Rnd 3: *Sc, Inc* around (18)

Rnd 4: *Sc 2, Inc* around (24)

Rnd 5: *Sc 3, Inc* around (30)

Rnd 6: *Sc 4, Inc* around (36)

Rnd 7 – 15: Sc around (36)

Switch to white

Rnd 16 – 24: Sc around (36)

Rnd 25: *Sc 4, Dec* around (30)

Insert Eyes into Rnd 21 (Starting from your magic ring) with 8 stitches apart (Spacing can also be up to you to fit your certain style!)

Rnd 25: *Sc 3, Dec* around (24)

Begin stuffing firmly (Find my tutorial on how to stuff evenly!)

Rnd 27: *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)

Rnd 28: *Sc, Dec* around (12)

Rnd 29: *Dec* around (6)

Close hole shut (Click here to see how to seam your hole shut at this stage!)

Finish off

For the final details, embroider on your face! Don’t forget the smile, lashes, and blush.

Now you’re done! I hope you enjoyed this quick and easy pattern and it brightens yours or someone elses’ day.