Beginner Crab Toy Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Nicola Valiji
Needle Size

US 2.5 / 3.0mm
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

Craft your own crab with Nicola Valiji's easy-to-follow knitting pattern.

Spending his days at the bottom of the ocean, practising funky rhythms on his claws, is Mathius. Designed by Nicola Valiji, Mathius the crab is a simple make for beginner knitters since he’s been designed with basic stitches and shaping, yet the eye stalks and claws might prove a bit more of a challenge and can be fiddly to sew up. Just take your time and you’ll be shell-ebrating your finished crab project in no time!

What do I need?

DK yarn: pale pink, bright cerise, 20g of each; black, oddment
Needles: 3mm
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Width: 16.5cm

Top knit tip

Make sure you stuff the body of the crab firmly to give it a nice shape,

Meet the designer

Nicola Valiji is a regular designer for Let's Knit Together – she first learned how to knit while making a Jean Greenhowe doll with help from her nan. If you enjoyed making this pattern, why not make this pirate toy next? You can view more of Nicola's designs here.

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