Knit a trio of animal pals with this pattern, including a giraffe, hippo and turtle. This pattern incorporates knitting stripes and short rows for shaping. Designed by Amanda Berry @fluffandfuzz, the toys are knitted in acrylic DK yarns on single pointed needles (not in the round).

NEEDLES
A pair of 4mm single pointed knitting needles (US 6).

RECOMMENDED YARN
Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK; double knitting/light worsted weight; 100% acrylic; less than 30g in each colour.

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, toy filling, and black beads for eyes.

SIZES
One size only - Up to 26cm tall.

TECHNIQUES
For confident beginners and above, other techniques used include casting on and off, knits, purls, increases and decreases, and seaming to finish.

PATTERN INFO
This knitting pattern is a pdf download, 7 pages, and written in English. Patterns for personal use only; not for resale. Copyright © 2012 Amanda Berry; All rights reserved.