For UK and US knitters, this pattern is also available on Etsy. You can find it here:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/681165772/knit-your-own-a...
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These water molecules are a novel gift for the scientist in your life - particularly if you knit a squeaky version!

Teachers might also find them a good way to interest their students when talking about the water cycle or basic scientific concepts such as the structure of simple molecules.

The ButterflyLove amigurumi water molecule pdf knitting pattern gives you clear step by step instructions and handy hints along the way. It is suitable for a beginner/intermediate knitter.

You can also contact me at any point if you need technical advice or have any other queries.

What you will need:

2 knitting needles (US3/3.25mm or size required to match tension advice)
10-20g of yarn in two colors
Plastic toy eyes
Acrylic toy stuffing (polyfil)
Toy squeaker (optional)
Ribbon (optional)
1 tapestry needle for sewing up

Skills used: Casting on and off, Increasing and Decreasing

Stitches used: Stocking stitch

Why not checkout the ButterflyLove knitting pattern collection at:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ButterflyLove1?section_id=6641225

This pattern is sold on the condition that it will be used for personal use only, e.g. making gifts for family and friends, not for commercial purposes.