This pattern is a PDF, written in English for intermediate knitters knitting flat on two needles. It includes:

1. General instructions, which include: Body and leg variations, assembly instructions, special stitch and technique instructions

2. Specific animal instructions for shaping animal heads and tails, and adding animal-specific details

The lion is one of the easier animals to knit. There are no color changes in the body and legs. The mane and tail use the fringe stitch, which isn’t hard, but depending on how thick you like the mane, can be quite time-consuming. I love the mane and tail done in fringe stitch, but they’re also cute with crochet chain loops.

You need to have…
• Yarn in desired color(s) and weight (~3oz/50g for sport weight; ~12oz/350g for worsted)
• Yarn in a contrasting, darker color for the mane and tail tip
• Dark contrast yarn for eyes and nose
• Knitting needles at least 2 sizes smaller than those recommended for the yarn being used
• Stuffing
• Tapestry needle

You need to know (or learn)…
• Stockinette stitch
• Increase and decrease stitches
• Mattress stitch for sewing seams
• Fringe stitch
• Basic color change techniques (optional)

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