Children’s Fishing Game Toy Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch, Basic Shaping, Garter

What you need to know

Susie Johns’ portable fishing game is a quick and easy project for beginner knitters.

Packed up in its own special bag, this knitted fishing game is fun to make and will provide hours of interactive play. Children can take the toy along on days out, picnics or wherever the summer holidays might take them. Worked mostly in simple stitches, this is a quick and simple project for knitters just starting out.

What do I need?

Yarn: King Cole Cottonsoft DK, shades 719 Cherry, 710 White, 741 French Navy, 718 Saxe, one 100g ball of each
Needles: 3.25mm, 4mm
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Buttons: 8mm, pearl, 24; 15mm, pearl, four
Small Stick
Cup hook
Rings: 12mm, 12
Fabric: cotton, 30cm x 50cm

Sizing

Bag: 26cm x 24cm, excluding handles
Fish: 13cm

Top knit tip

This pattern features two different methods of increasing. The m1 (make one) increase is worked by lifting up the loop between the next two stitches with the tip of the left hand needle and knitting into the back of it. The kfb increase is worked by knitting into the front and back of the next stitch. Take care to use the right increase as this will help keep your pattern correct.

Meet the designer

Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specialising in knitting, papercrafts and embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines and is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, papier-mâché and more. If you enjoyed this pattern, we think you'll love Susie's knitted mermaid toy. You can find more of Susie's designs here.

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