Who we are:
We are a family affected by autism mom and 2 sons all have autism. There are many levels of autism those that have more challenges people see, or high functioning people that look normal, but have struggles due to autism. As we have gotten involved in Special Olympics, as well as other "Special" opportunities in the community, the boys have thrived. I want to encourage everyone out there to support Autism Awareness, as well as to not be afraid to speak up if you have autism and help those who have it.

We are using crafts not only as a form of therapy, but also to share with others items that can help those that need to fidget with tools to do this. If you have any other items you'd like to see created, please reach out we are always looking for more fidget ideas to really help those that need it whether for "special" people, or for those in therapy trying to recover.
Please note - the pdf version of this pattern has been tested.


Supplies:
Chenille Yarn tested (50 grams 65 yards, or 100 grams 87 yards)
9mm Sewn in Safety Eyes please note you cannot use safety eyes as that will pop the ball. You can embroider the eyes during the process.
4-4.5mm Crochet Hook
1.4" Squish Balls (I use the ones on Amazon/Temu with Orbies inside)

Stitch Definitions
MR Magic Ring (or Chain 2, and skip a stitch and put the number of SC in 1st chain)
SC Single Crochet
DC Double Crochet
Slst Slip Stitch
Bob Bobble would refer to using incomplete double (2 yarn overs each) crochets (the number before is the number of partial double crochets to perform)
Tr Bob Treble Bobble would refer to using incomplete treble (3 yarn overs each) crochets (the number before is the number of partial treble crochets to perform)
Inc Increase
Dec Decrease (invisible decrease take the front loop of next 2 stitches)
Chain 2/Skip 2 This forms the mouth opening, so chain 2, and skip next 2 stitches
Bold This indicates color change