Quick Robin Toy Knitting Pattern

Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Amanda Berry
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight, Double-pointed
Techniques

i-cord, Stocking Stitch

What you need to know

Use your DK yarn stash to knit Amanda Berry's robin toy for Christmas

Discover the perfect Christmas knitting pattern for beginners on our website – download and start your Robbie Robin project today! This easy-to-follow toy knitting pattern is perfect for those looking to add a festive touch to their holiday décor. Robbie Robin features charming details and a relatively simple design, making it an ideal project for knitters looking to boost their skills. There is some colourwork required so be careful not to strand the yarn too tightly to ensure he has a plump body. You may prefer to use intarsia. Double-pointed needles are used for the i-cord legs. With this pattern, you'll create an adorable robin using DK yarn and as only small amounts are needed, you can raid your yarn stash. Perfect as a Christmas gift or a cheerful addition to your own home, this pattern will bring a touch of handmade joy to your festive season.

Please note, there is a correction to the feet:
Row 5: cast on three sts at start of row (six sts on needle), cast off five sts. One st
Row 6: cast on two sts at beg of row (three sts)
Delete Rows 7-8, then transfer these sts to a dpn for i-cord legs

Sizing

Robin: 10cm tall (excluding legs)

What you need?

Yarn:(A) Brown, (B) Red, (C) Yellow, (D) Black, 25g of each
Needles: 3.75mm straight, 3.75mm double-pointed
Tapestry needle
Safety stuffing

Stitches and skills used

How to cast on
How to knit
How to purl
Colourwork
How to cast off
How to work kfb
How to work k2tog
How to work ssk
How to work i-cord

Meet the designer

Amanda Berry is just one of our talented Let's Knit Together designers. To see more of Amanda's patterns, visit here. If you enjoyed making Robbie Robin, check out our otherhttps://www.letsknit.co.uk/christmas"target="_blank">Christmas knitting patterns.

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