Lucky Duckling Pair Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Nicky Fijalkowska
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch, Basic Shaping

What you need to know

Learn how to knit a set of cute ducklings with this easy beginner knitting pattern.

If you want to knit a set of darling baby ducks that will make you smile, Nicky Fijalkowska's knitting pattern is just what you need. The instructions walk you through how to knit a little yellow duck and how to knit a mallard from start to finish. The pair are also great for using leftover DK yarn from your stash!

What do I need?

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shades 1263 Citron, 1711 Spice, 1054 Walnut, one 100g ball of each, Drops Kid Silk, shades 15 Dark Brown, 01 Off White
Needles: 4mm
Beads: 6mm, black, two
Thread: black
Safety toy stuffing

Sizing

Yellow duck: 10cm height x 14cm length
Mallard duck: 10cm height x 14cm length

Top knit tips

If you’re giving these to small children, use safety eyes instead of beads.

To get the gentle fluffy texture of these little ducklings, you’ll need to hold your smooth yarn and mohair yarn together while you knit. Simply take one strand from each ball and hold them both in your right hand. Make sure you catch both strands when pulling the yarn through the stitch when you knit.

Meet the designer

Nicky Fijalkowska (Stewart) is a knitting designer based in the Scottish Highlands. A self-confessed 'bird nerd', nature lover, and a self-taught knitter, she is the author of the Search Press title Knitted Birds. If you enjoyed making this duckling pair, why not make these easy knitted budgies? You can find more of Nicky's patterns here.

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