Classic Santa Claus (Father Christmas) Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Amanda Berry
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

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

Knit a traditional Father Christmas toy with Amanda Berry's easy pattern

What would Christmas be without good old Saint Nick? Our jolly knitted friend comes fully kitted out in matching red coat
and hat, complete with white fluffy beard. Made from acrylic yarn, this is an ideal gift for kids, as it can be machine washed and even tumble-dried. This project will take a little patience, but he will be well worth the wait: durable, soft, and cuddly, too, he will make a great pal for children of any age.

Sizing

29cm tall

What you need

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, (A) shade 1010 Matador, (B) shade 1001 White, (C) shade 1240 Soft Peach, (D) shade 1002
Black, one 100g ball of each, (E) King Cole Moments DK shade 470 White, one 50g ball [substituted yarn]
Needles: 4mm
Beads: 5mm, black, two
Button: 11mm, black, one
Sewing needle and thread
Stitch holder
Tapestry needle
Toy stuffing: 250g

Stitches and skills used

Knit
Purl
ssk
k2tog
p2tog
kfb
Cast on

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 like making cute animal toys for Christmas, we think you'll love making Amanda's huggable toy puppy dog next.

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