This sweet little snuggle buddy lion has a heart as warm as the hugs he gives. With instructions included on how to make a crochet microwaveable heat pack, you can either fill his belly with warmth or leave him be as a ragdoll. Either way, he’s sure to be a hit with the little ones.

SKILL LEVEL: A working knowledge of the following is necessary
mr – magic ring
st – stitch
sts – stitches
dc – double crochet (US – single crochet)
htr – half treble (US – half double crochet)
dec – decrease by working two stitches together
inc – increase by working twice into the same stitch
rep – repeat

MATERIALS:
DK 100% Cotton yarn – 100g/250m – Yellow, rust and black
3.5mm crochet hook for arms, legs, head, ears and tail
4mm crochet hook for body
14mm black safety eyes
Velcro dots or press studs for back closure
Pearl Barley to fill heat pack
Fibrefill

THIS PATTERN MAKES USE OF BRITISH TERMS and is filled with photos to help you along the way.