Sid the Spider by Zoe Garland

Sid the Spider

Crochet
June 2016
DK (11 wpi) ?
US 3 - 3.25 mm
4.0 mm (G)
both US and UK
English
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Meet Sid. He is a wriggly little rascal that would like to get comfy in a corner of your house. When he was younger, he enjoyed hanging out around shower drains and causing mischief. He’s older and more mature now though, and would rather just stay in his warm web drinking the occasional cup of hot fly-flavoured tea.

This pattern includes step-by-step images and written instructions.

Must know how to:

Single crochet (US) / Double crochet (UK)
Use ‘Magic circle’ method for crochet in the round (stitch multiple stitches within one loop and pull tight to form a circle)
Increase
Decrease
Slip stitch
Chain stitches
Cast on knit stitches using straight knitting needles
Cast off knit stitches using straight knitting needles
only suitable for English speakers

You will need:

50g black double knitting yarn
Small amount of white double knitting yarn for eyes
4mm crochet hook
Pair of 3.25mm knitting needles
Embroidery needle
Polyester toy stuffing
Row marker
(optional) Spray starch

Finished product is approximately 14cm wide (including legs).

Remember - If you find anything at all confusing, I’m always available to answer any questions you may have about my patterns.