Mary's EmoApes by Mary B Townsend

Mary's EmoApes

Knitting
April 2013
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
5 stitches and 6 rows = 1 inch
in reverse stockinette
US 4 - 3.5 mm
US 0 - 2.0 mm
300 - 350 yards (274 - 320 m)
One size
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Pattern has directions for a washable infant/toddler toy as well as a non-washable stuffed animal suitable for older children and adults.

MC: 4 50 gm balls of eyelash yarn (200 yds). Be sure to check yardage; it varies by color.

CC: 1 50 gm ball 100% cotton or blend, DK wt.

Gauge is not critical; finished monkey is about 20 inches long and fits newborn or Build-A-Bear (TM) clothing.

Other materials:
For infant toy: Fiberfill, embroidery floss for eyes and mouth, sewing thread same color as CC.

For adult stuffed animal: Above, plus 25 pipe cleaners, long size, Duct tape, round toothpicks, 2 18mm plastic eyes with posts and snap-on backs (Creatology brand at Jo-Ann’s), heavy weight button thread to attach eyes to face.