Knitted Rainbow Seahorse Soft Toy Project

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, 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

Val Pierce's easy knitted seahorse is crafted with a colour-changing yarn.

If you've not knitted a seahorse before, why not? Val Pierce has created yet another irresistible character for your little one to fall in love with. Proving yet again that multi-coloured yarn is an essential for any knitter’s stash, this project is surprisingly simple to complete. The trick is to keep a close eye on your shaping and to take care when stuffing your finished make. Although we love the stunning details, if your seahorse is going to a tiny tot, it would be a good idea to switch out the butterfly sequins for French knots.

What do I need?

Yarn: King Cole Melody DK, shade 3190 Sundae, one 100g ball; King Cole Baby Glitz DK, shades 1526 Candy, 101 Lemon, 1721 Turquoise, small amounts of each; Gold Lurex DK, small amount
Needles: 3.75mm
Tapestry needle
Butterfly sequins
Felt: black and white, small amounts
Safety toy stuffing

Top knit tips

Before you sew on Ophelia’s features, be sure to pin them in place. This will help you to find the perfect position before you commit.

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 needle, as this will help you to reach awkward areas such as the tail and the nose.

Meet the designer

Designer Val Pierce is best known for her utterly adorable toy patterns. If you loved making this pattern, then why not make Val's knitted shark next? You can find even more toy designs from Val Pierce here.

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