This delightful ballerina kitty is approx. 17 inches high and is suitable for intermediate knitters. She is worked flat and seamed

Designed by Raewyn Parker, RED HEN DESIGNS
www.redhendesigns.co.nz

FREE BONUS pattern - Lil Olive, pearl’s little friend

MATERIALS
2 x 50g ball cream or white – head, ears, arms, body, stripe legs
2 X 50g ball variegated – stripe legs and body, skirt
50g ball dark pink/burgundy – ballerina slippers, skirt, trims, accessories
Small amount felt for nose
2 small buttons for eyes
Small amount yarn or embroidery cotton for face (pink) and eyes (brown - embroidered eyes optional)
Narrow elastic or shirring elastic approx ½ yd (0.5m) if needed to fit skirt
Good quality stuffing
Any other embellishments you choose – ribbons, flowers, charm
10 inches tulle/nylon netting for under skirt

Materials in cover photo
4 Seasons Pure Wool, 8Ply, 100% wool, Col 30, approx 80m 50g ball, white x 2
Naturally Loyal Prints, 8 Ply, 100% wool, Shade 980, 50g ball, 105m, 2 balls
John Q Borage, 8 Ply, 100% wool, Shade 1000, 50g ball, 100m approx, 1 ball

EQUIPMENT
Knitting needles – 3mm, 4mm (UK No. 11, 8)
Crochet hook – 4mm (optional – for crochet bows)
Tapestry needle
General equipment – scissors, row counter, pins