What you need to know
If you want to learn how to create rib stitch and how to garter stitch, download Val Pierce's crocodile scarf pattern.
When it comes to knitted critters, you can't beat Val Pierce's crocodile scarf pattern. This snappy scarf project is so detailed - check out the realistic-looking crocodile eyes and nostrils. An effective rib pattern is used to replicate the plates on a croc's back. Due to the shape of our crocodile scarf, there are lots of increases and decreases, and there's no convenient pattern repeat to get you in the groove. However, work slowly and tick off the rows as you go and you'll soon see the crocodile shape begin to form. The rib pattern is contained within a garter stitch border throughout.
What do I need?
Yarn: King Cole Comfort Chunky, shade 418 Spearmint, two 100g balls, oddments of black and white for eyes
Needles: 5.5mm
Crochet hook: 5mm
Sizing
88cm long x 24cm at widest point
Top knit tip
Due to the shape of our crocodile scarf, there are lots of increases and decreases, and there's no convenient pattern repeat to get you in the groove. However, work slowly and tick off the rows as you go and you’ll soon see the crocodile shape begin to form. The rib pattern is contained within a garter stitch border throughout.
Meet the designer
Designer Val Pierce is best known for her adorable toy patterns. If you loved making this pattern, then why not make Val's
bunny handbag next? You can find even
more toy designs from Val Pierce here.
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Watch to learn
Brush up on the skills needed for this pattern with this tutorial.
Techniques: Basic Shaping, Garter , Rib