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There is nothing that says Christmas more than a hand crafted Santa! This one is knit in the round with a double strand of worsted wool yarn, then felted in a washing machine. His eyes and beard are added post-felting, then he is stuffed with fiberfill. The pattern has written instructions as well as schematics to aid you every step of the way. Santa is knit without any seams- the only sewing is closing one opening at the end, and attaching his hat and belt.

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

Needles: Size US10.5 circular needles, Size US10.5 double pointed needles to work in the round, Size US8 circular needles, Size US8 double pointed needles to work in the round

Notions: Fiberfill, Scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, 12 mm safety eyes, 1 inch high belt buckle

Yarn:

8 skeins Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted; Color: Cranberry; 800 yds

2 skeins Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted; Color: Oyster; 210 yds.

2 skeins Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted; Color: Coal; 160 yds

1 skein Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted; Color: White; 70 yds

1 skein Ice Yarns Eyelash; Color: White; 70 yds (for fur trim)

1 skein Lion’s Brand Homespun; Color: White (for beard)