This adorable doughnut toy knitting pattern is perfect for crafters looking to create a sweet and fun project. The finished toy is perfect for use as a decoration, a child's toy, or a cute gift for a friend.
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Cast on 60 stitches using brown yarn.
Row 1: Knit all stitches.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Continue in stockinette stitch until piece measures 5 inches from cast-on edge, ending with a purl row.
Shape doughnut:
Row 1: [K8, k2tog] six times (54 sts)
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Row 3: [K7, k2tog] six times (48 sts)
Row 4: Purl all stitches.
Bind off all stitches.
Doughnut Icing (make 2)
Using pink yarn, cast on 40 stitches.
Knit in garter stitch for 2 inches.
Bind off all stitches.
Assembly
Place the two doughnut body pieces together, wrong sides facing out. Seam around the curved edge, leaving a small opening. Stuff with polyester fiberfill. Close the opening. Sew the icing pieces on top of each doughnut piece. Add sprinkles using various colored yarn scraps. Your adorable doughnut toy is now ready to enjoy!
Hand wash in cold water, lay flat to dry.
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