Butterfly Doll Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, Garter , knit

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

Create a magical knitted butterfly toy with this enchanting pattern by renowned toy designer Val Pierce.

At LKT, we love bringing you unique and fun knitting patterns—and this charming insect knit is no exception! With her magical colours and whimsical design, this knitted insect is sure to delight children and spark their imagination. Perfect for beginners, this easy knitting project uses just one ball of sparkly yarn and a few DK yarn oddments from your stash. With minimal shaping required, it’s an ideal quick knit for those new to the craft or looking for a simple, creative project.

Sizing

Height: 27cm

What you need

Yarn: Stylecraft Cabaret DK, shade 3572 Rainbow, one 100g ball, small amounts of Dark Blue, Light Blue, Pink, Metallic Silver and Metallic Pink DK
Needles: 3.75mm
Safety toy stuffing

Meet the designer

Val Pierce is a renowned knitting designer and author known for her charming toy, babywear, and accessory patterns. With a passion for creating accessible designs for all skill levels, her timeless creations have inspired knitters around the world for over two decades. If you enjoyed making Val's butterfly doll, make this cat toy and carry bag next.

How to access this pattern

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