Simple Footballer Comfort Doll | Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Áine Marriott
Needle Size

US 2.5 / 3.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Double-pointed
Techniques

Garter , Knit, Purl

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

Get ready for the World Cup to kick off with our formidable footballer Harry.

Over the next 12 months, we'll be releasing a brand-new comfort doll every month, and second onto the pitch is Hat-trick Harry, our football-loving friend arriving just in time for this year's World Cup. This beginner-friendly project is a real game changer for knitters looking to build their toy-making skills. You'll cast on with confidence, work your way through simple stocking stitch, tackle a few colour changes, and score some easy shaping with increases and decreases. Before you know it, you'll have stitched together a star striker complete with a stylish beard, flowing locks, and his very own football.

Sizing

Hat-trick Harry: 14.5cm tall

What do I need?

Yarn: DK in shades (A) Light Grey, (B) Dark Grey, (C) Black, (D) Red, (E) Yellow, (F) Skin Tone, (G) White, (H) Navy, (I) Bright Pink, (J) Green, (K) Blue, (L) Pink, (M) Light Pink, (N) Purple, (O) Brown, (P) Dark Green, (Q) Bright Green, (R) Orange, and (S) Peach, small amounts of each
Needles: 3mm straight, 3mm double-pointed
Tapestry needle
Safety toy stuffing
Round-headed pins
Stitch markers
NOTE: this is all the supplies needed for the first six dolls in the series.

Meet the designer

Áine Marriott is talented designer, who can turn her hand to many different projects from babywear to toys. If you enjoyed making this pattern, you'll find a whole array of comfort doll projects on the Let's Knit Together website.

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