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Ew. Stinky skunk! I know that’s what you’re thinking. And yeah, you’re right. They are stinky, but only when they are frightened. In fact, they only use their noxious spray as a last resort. They try running away first. Then they stomp their front feet as a warning. And only if these tactics don’t work will they turn around and use their final weapon, the stink bomb!

Some people actually love keeping skunks as pets. They say that they are smart and curious animals, much like dogs. I’m not sure if I’m ready to own a skunk, but I do think they are fascinating creatures and their distinctive stripes are so pretty!

Now you can bring the Woodland Skunk and its cute little stripes into your home by making this double knit potholder featuring a skunk ready to defend itself. If you’re unfamiliar with double knitting, this small potholder is a great way to learn this knitting technique. Both sides are the same, except with reversed colors. You’ll get the accomplishment of finishing a beautiful project and the confidence of adding a new skill to your knitting basket.

With this instantly downloadable PDF pattern, you’ll have all the help you need to get started!
This pattern includes written instructions, a chart, and links to video tutorials for the invisible cast on, invisible bind off, slip stitch edging, and I-cord loop. You’ll end up with a professional looking finished project that you’ll be proud to give as a gift or keep and put on display.

Finished Size: 8” (20.5 cm) after blocking

~ 60 yds MC (#1) super fine weight yarn (I used “Cotton Kings 8/4 Soft Print” in Color 201 Charcoal)
~ 60 yds CC (#1) super fine weight yarn (I used “Cotton Kings 8/4 Print” in Color 21 Variegated Pastels)

Knitting Needles Size US 0 (2 mm) – I used circular needles, but straight needles would work fine as well.
Double Point Needles Size 0 (2 mm) – only three are needed for this pattern

Yarn Needle for sewing in ends

Gauge: 27 stitches x 38 rows = 4” in Double Knit Stitch

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