Squirrel Plushy Knitting Pattern

Description

Create your own adorable 15-inch squirrel plushy with this knitting pattern. This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters looking for a fun and rewarding project.

Materials

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn in brown, white, and black. (Approx. 100g each)
• Needles: US 8 / UK 6 / 5mm knitting needles
• Stuffing for plushy
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Gauge

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern

Body (make 1)

1. With brown yarn, cast on 40 stitches.
2. Knit every row for 30 rows.
3. Next row: (K6, k2tog) repeat across - 35 stitches.
4. Knit 10 rows.
5. Next row: (K5, k2tog) repeat across - 30 stitches.
6. Continue in stockinette stitch until piece measures 12 inches.
7. Stuff the body firmly and close the opening.

Head (make 1)

1. With brown yarn, cast on 20 stitches.
2. Knit every row for 20 rows.
3. Next row: (K2, k2tog) repeat across - 15 stitches.
4. Knit 5 rows.
5. Next row: (K1, k2tog) repeat across - 10 stitches.
6. Stuff the head firmly and close the opening.

Assembly

1. Sew the head to the top of the body.
2. Using black yarn, embroider eyes and nose on the head.
3. Cut white yarn into small pieces and attach to the body for a furry effect.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and trim excess yarn. Your squirrel plushy is now ready to be cuddled!

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