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Easy Ladybird Toy Knitting Pattern Knitting Pattern

Easy Ladybird Toy Knitting Pattern

  • Difficulty

    Beginner

  • Yarn Type

    Yarn Type

    DK / 8 ply

  • designer

    Designer

    Nicky Fijalkowska

  • Needle Size

    Needle Size

    US 6 / 4.0mm

  • Needle Type

    Needle Type

    Straight

  • Techniques

    Techniques

    Basic Shaping, Stocking Stitch

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What you need to know

If you're looking for a fun and easy knitting project, download Nicky Fijalkowska’s ladybird toy knitting pattern.

If you have an interest in insects, you will fall in love with this super-cute ladybird. Using a soft and snuggly yarn that is perfect for little ones, this project can be completed in no time at all. Harriet’s spots are sewn on separately, so you won’t have to worry about complicated colourwork and her features are simple felt shapes that can be made using your spare change.

What do I need?


Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shades 1010 Matador, 25g, 1002 Black, 20g
Needles: 4mm
Felt: white, black and red oddments
Cotton thread: white, black and red or PVA craft glue
Safety toy stuffing

Sizing


Length (cm): 16cm

Top knit tips


You can play around with Harriet’s expression by cutting out a variety of felt shapes.

In order to successfully stuff your knitted toy, it is essential that you tease out your stuffing beforehand. This will prevent unsightly lumps and bumps. Another tip is to take your time. You need to strike the perfect balance between over and under stuffing your project, so don’t be afraid to start again if your toy doesn’t sit right. Finally, you should make use of a smaller knitting needle, as this will help you to push the stuffing into awkward areas such as feet or ears.

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 pattern, why not make these easy ducklings? You can find more of Nicky's patterns here.

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Watch to learn

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Techniques: Basic Shaping, Stocking Stitch

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