Percy Pincher Lobster Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

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 your claws into something fun with Val Pierce’s snappy lobster knitting pattern.

Around the lagoons of LKT Towers, this cool crustacean answers to Captain; his ship, the SS Beachcomber, is moored in a nearby rockpool awaiting his next nautical adventure. This knitted lobster toy is crafted in DK yarn using simple stitches, with plenty of shaping — so take your time and count carefully. We love the textured details on his body and tail, and you can’t go wrong with a well-placed pair of googly eyes! Perfect for fans of sea creature knitting patterns, this fun project is ideal for confident beginners and makes a great seaside-themed gift. Ready to set sail?

Sizing

38cm long

What you need

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shade (A) 1132 Shrimp, one 100g ball, DK, shades White, Navy and Yellow, oddments of each
Needles: 3.25mm, 3.75mm
Crochet hook (for making up)
Safety toy stuffing
Stitch markers
Stitch holder
Googly eyes: sew-on, two
Tapestry needle

Meet the designer

Val Pierce is a great friend of Let's Knit Together and has designed for us for many years. She has also published several knitting books, specialising in toy and baby knitting patterns. If you enjoyed making this pattern, we think you'll enjoy making Val's dinosaur pattern next.

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