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Lion Toy Knitting Pattern Knitting Pattern

Lion Toy Knitting Pattern

  • Difficulty

    Beginner

  • Yarn Type

    Yarn Type

    DK / 8 ply

  • designer

    Designer

    Val Pierce

  • Needle Size

    Needle Size

    US 5 / 3.75mm

  • Needle Type

    Needle Type

    Straight, Crochet Hook

  • Techniques

    Techniques

    Stocking Stitch

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What you need to know

Knit a majestic lion toy with this classic Val Pierce knitting pattern

With Disney's new Lion King movie, Mufasa, hitting cinemas this December, this toy is the ideal project for big cat lovers. Our Dillon has a majestic mane and cute expression, but you could omit the mane to make him look like a younger lion cub, or bold lioness! Choosing a self-striping yarn means you get a great effect without the effort. There’s a little bit of simple shaping, but otherwise this knitting pattern is very straightforward to make. The tassels for the tail and mane will take a while so leave yourself plenty of time for finishing up.

NOTE: the crochet hook is only used for attaching the tassels.

Sizing


34cm

What you need


Yarn: DK, variegated, two 100g balls, brown, two 50g balls, beige, one 50g ball
Needles: 3.75mm
Safety toy stuffing
Safety toy eyes: two
Crochet hook (optional for attaching tassels)
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used


Knit
Purl
k2tog
kfb
Tassels
French knots

Meet the designer


Val Pierce is a great friend of Let's Knit and has designed for us for many years. She has also published several knitting books, specialising in toy and baby knitting patterns. If you enjoyed making this pattern, we think you'll enjoy making Val's smart tiger toy, Max. View all of Val's patterns here.

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