Autumnal Pumpkin Tea Cosy Project

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Nicola Valiji
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, Rib, Stocking Stitch

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Follow Nicola Valiji’s quick and easy knitting pattern to make this pumpkin tea cosy.

Anyone fancy a brew? This autumnal pumpkin cosy is knitted in pure British wool from Shetland. Sheep’s fibres have brilliant insulating properties so will keep your cup of tea even hotter for longer. It’s a quick and simple wide rib pattern with contrasting stocking stitch stalk and leaves, so is well-suited to beginners who want to move on to basic shaping.

What do I need?

Yarn: Jamieson's of Shetland DK, shades 470 Pumpkin, two 25g balls, 790 Celtic, one 25g ball
Needles: 3.75mm
Tapestry needle

Sizing

To fit a standard four-cup teapot

Meet the designer

Nicola Valiji is a regular designer for Let's Knit Together – she first learned how to knit while making a Jean Greenhowe doll with help from her nan. If you enjoyed making this pattern, why not make this guinea pig toy next? You can view more of Nicola's designs here.

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