Christmas Penguin Toy Crochet Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sarah Louise Read
Needle Type

Crochet Hook

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

It's never too early to start the Christmas crafting – download Pandora Penguin today!

Sarah Louise Read has captured the familiar form of this comical bird with distinctive head markings and flipper arms, and transformed her into a sweet companion in a wintry outfit who’ll be happy to join in with any frosty frolics. Pandora the penguin makes a wonderful surprise as a stocking filler and the detachable hat with its giant pom-pom is the icing on the (Christmas) cake!

What do I need?

DK yarns: white fluffy, red, teal, pink, fuchsia, dusky blue, small amount of black and white
Crochet hook: 3.5mm
Stuffing
Two 12mm safety eyes
Stitch markers
Pom-pom maker, 7cm diameter
Tapestry needle
Blusher (optional)

Sizing

Height, inc. hat: 26cm

Meet the designer

Owner of the Etsy shop StitchWitchCreations, Sarah Louise Read publishes both knitting and crochet patterns, alongside teaching craft classes. If you enjoyed making this pattern, then why not download Larry the Lamb next?

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