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The Egghead Family
Eggcited? Please welcome The Egghead Family - Shelly, Shellburn, Dippie & Eggie. These have so many different
variations, short legs, long legs or no legs. Or you could just knit it as an egg shape. Worked flat on 2 needles
11 page written pattern with photo’s for your reference.
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The Eggheads measure 6.5” & 7.5” from base to top of head
Gauge isn’t important just needs to be compact so that stuffing doesn’t show through.
I used James Brett shade 8469 for the head, body can be any colour combination, and any yarn can be used.
Materials needed:
Needles UK No 10 (3.25mm) US 3 No 8 (4mm) US 6
Tapestry/Darning needle for sewing up
Toy stuffing
Gauge 7sts x 9 rows = 1”
Suggested colours for each egghead
Large -
40g DK (8Ply) in 2 colours (20g each colour)
25g DK skin tone
12mm safety eyes
15mm button (optional)
Small -
30g DK (8ply) in 2 colours (15g each colour)
20g DK skin tone
12mm safety eyes
10mm button (optional)
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