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# Miniature Cinnamoroll Knit Figure

A sweet and simple knitted version of the beloved Sanrio character Cinnamoroll! This adorable white puppy with long ears and a curly tail is perfect for beginners learning to create three-dimensional knitted toys. The finished figure stands approximately 4.5 inches tall.

## MATERIALS

**Yarn:**
- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 50 yards total)
  - White or cream (main color - MC): 40 yards
  - Pink: 5 yards
  - Light blue: 5 yards
- Small amounts of black yarn or embroidery floss for eyes and nose details

**Needles:**
- US 6 (4 mm) double-pointed needles (set of 4 or 5), or size needed to obtain gauge
- Alternative: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle (16-24 inches) for magic loop method

**Notions:**
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing (approximately 1 oz)
- Pins for assembly
- Optional: Small pieces of pink and blue felt for face details
- Optional: Fabric glue

## GAUGE

6 stitches and 8 rounds = 1 inch in stockinette stitch worked in the round

**NOTE:** Gauge is important for stuffed toys. You want a tight fabric so the stuffing doesn't show through. If your fabric looks too loose, go down a needle size.

## ABBREVIATIONS

- k: knit
- kfb: knit into front and back of same stitch (1 stitch increased)
- k2tog: knit 2 stitches together (1 stitch decreased)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd(s): round(s)
- MC: main color
- RS: right side

## PATTERN NOTES

- All pieces are worked in the round from the bottom up (or tip out for ears)
- The body and head are worked as one continuous piece
- Use your preferred method for working small circumferences (DPNs or magic loop)
- Stuff pieces firmly but not too tightly - you want them soft and cuddly
- Count your stitches regularly to catch any mistakes early
- When instructions say "repeat around," continue the pattern for all stitches in that round

## INSTRUCTIONS

### BODY AND HEAD (worked as one piece)

**Body Base:**
Using MC, cast on 6 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs (2-2-2) and join to work in the round, being careful not to twist.

Rnd 1: Kfb in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: *K1, kfb; repeat from * around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Knit.
Rnd 5: *K2, kfb; repeat from * around. (24 sts)
Rnds 6-14: Knit (9 rounds even).

**CHECK:** You should have 24 sts and approximately 2 inches of body length.

**Body Top/Neck:**
Rnd 15: *K2, k2tog; repeat from * around. (18 sts)
Rnd 16: Knit.
Rnd 17: *K1, k2tog; repeat from * around. (12 sts)
Rnd 18: Knit.

**Begin stuffing body firmly at this point.**

**Head:**
Rnd 19: Kfb in each st around. (24 sts)
Rnd 20: *K3, kfb; repeat from * around. (30 sts)
Rnds 21-28: Knit (8 rounds even).

**CHECK:** You should have 30 sts and head should measure approximately 1.5 inches tall.

**Head Shaping:**
Rnd 29: *K3, k2tog; repeat from * around. (24 sts)
Rnd 30: *K2, k2tog; repeat from * around. (18 sts)

**Add more stuffing to head now.**

Rnd 31: *K1, k2tog; repeat from * around. (12 sts)
Rnd 32: K2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving 8-inch tail. Thread through remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end securely.

### EARS (make 2)

Using MC, cast on 6 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs and join to work in the round.

Rnd 1: Kfb in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnds 2-16: Knit (15 rounds even).
Rnd 17: K2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving 8-inch tail. Thread through remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.

**Do not stuff ears.** Gently flatten them lengthwise.

**CHECK:** Each ear should measure approximately 2.5-3 inches long.

### FRONT LEGS (make 2)

Using MC, cast on 6 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs and join to work in the round.

Rnd 1: Kfb in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnds 2-8: Knit (7 rounds even).
Rnd 9: K2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving 8-inch tail. Thread through remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.

**Lightly stuff legs,** leaving top 0.5 inch unstuffed for easier sewing.

**CHECK:** Each leg should measure approximately 1.25 inches long.

### BACK LEGS (make 2)

Using MC, cast on 6 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs and join to work in the round.

Rnd 1: Kfb in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnds 2-10: Knit (9 rounds even).
Rnd 11: K2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving 8-inch tail. Thread through remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.

**Lightly stuff legs,** leaving top 0.5 inch unstuffed for easier sewing.

**CHECK:** Each leg should measure approximately 1.5 inches long (slightly longer than front legs).

### TAIL

Using MC, cast on 6 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs and join to work in the round.

Rnds 1-10: Knit (10 rounds even).
Rnd 11: Kfb in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnds 12-13: Knit.
Rnd 14: K2tog around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving 8-inch tail. Thread through remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.

**Lightly stuff tail** and shape into a gentle curl.

**CHECK:** Tail should measure approximately 2 inches long.

### FACE DETAILS (optional felt pieces)

If using felt instead of embroidery:

**Eyes (cut 2):** Small circles of light blue felt, approximately 0.25 inch diameter
**Eye highlights (cut 2):** Tiny dots of white felt
**Nose:** Small oval of pink felt, approximately 0.2 inch wide
**Cheeks (cut 2):** Small circles of pink felt, approximately 0.3 inch diameter

## FINISHING

### Assembly

1. **Weave in all ends** except those needed for sewing pieces together.

2. **Attach ears:** Position ears on top of head, approximately 0.5 inch apart and slightly toward back of head. Ears should point upward and slightly outward. Flatten base of each ear and sew securely to head using whipstitch.

3. **Attach legs:** 
   - Position back legs on either side of body bottom, toward the back. Sew securely.
   - Position front legs on either side of body, just below where neck narrows. Sew securely.
   - Make sure figure can sit or stand when positioned.

4. **Attach tail:** Position tail at back of body, centered between back legs and approximately 0.5 inch up from bottom. Curl tail slightly and sew securely. You can tack the tip of the tail to the body if desired for a defined curl.

5. **Create face:**

   **Option A - Embroidered face:**
   - Using black yarn or embroidery floss, embroider two small eyes approximately 0.5 inch apart and centered on upper half of face. Use French knots or small satin stitch ovals.
   - Embroider a small pink nose centered below eyes using pink yarn (inverted triangle or oval shape).
   - Optional: Add small pink cheek circles using duplicate stitch with pink yarn.

   **Option B - Felt face:**
   - Glue or sew blue felt circles for eyes.
   - Add tiny white highlights to each eye.
   - Glue or sew pink nose below eyes.
   - Add pink cheek circles to sides of face.
   - Use black embroidery floss to add small black pupils to center of blue eyes.

6. **Final touches:** 
   - Gently shape and position ears to frame face.
   - Adjust tail curl.
   - If desired, add a small pink bow at base of one ear using narrow ribbon.

7. **Weave in any remaining ends** securely.

### Care Instructions

Hand wash gently in cool water if needed. Reshape and air dry flat. Do not machine wash or dry.

## FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

- Height: Approximately 4.5 inches (sitting position)
- Width: Approximately 2.5 inches at widest point
- Ear length: Approximately 2.5-3 inches

## DESIGN NOTES

Cinnamoroll is characterized by his sweet, cloud-like appearance. The long ears are his signature feature! Feel free to adjust the ear length by adding or subtracting rounds of knitting in the middle section. You can also experiment with different facial expressions by adjusting the position and size of the eyes and nose.

For a more polished look, consider using safety eyes (6-8mm) instead of embroidered eyes - just remember to attach them before fully stuffing the head.

Enjoy your adorable knitted Cinnamoroll companion!

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*Pattern designed for beginner knitters with basic knowledge of working in the round and simple shaping.*