Nutcracker Animal Dolls Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sachiyo Ishii
Needle Size

US 2.5 / 3.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Crochet Hook
Techniques

Intarsia, Short Row 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

March into festive fun with this adorable set of five animal nutcracker toys by Sachiyo Ishii

This charming collection of knitted nutcracker animals from Sachiyo Ishii is perfect for adding a playful twist to your Christmas décor or gifting to loved ones. Featuring a bear, cat, mouse, rabbit, and dog, each character is full of delightful details – from tiny drums and batons to whimsical hats and pastel-coloured uniforms. The pattern uses simple shaping and colourwork, making it a fun and rewarding knit for intermediate crafters with a love of toy making. Knit them as a matching set or mix and match your own colour palette to suit your style.

Sizing

All characters: 22cm-24cm tall

What you need

Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash, shades (A) 1941 Salmon, (B) 371 Chinois Green, (C) 250 Laurel Green, (D) 820 Lemon, (E) 282 Mauve Mist, (F) 871 White, (G) 369 Antiqued Heather, (H) 348 White Pepper Heather, (J) 873 Extra Crème Café, (K) 902 Soft Pink, (L) 862 Walnut Heather, (M) 900 Charcoal, (N) 875 Feather Grey, one 100g ball of each; White fleecy yarn, Dark Brown 4ply, small amounts of each
Needles: 3mm
Crochet hook: 3mm
Tapestry needle
Stitch holders
Safety toy stuffing
Safety toy eyes: 6mm, black, five pairs
Sewing needle and thread
Glue
Bamboo skewers: 15cm, five

Meet the designer

Sachiyo Ishii was a money broker in Wall Street and London before she turned her hand to crafting. Now a multimedia designer, Sachiyo is particularly renowned for her adorable knitted animals and figures. If you enjoyed making these festive toys, why not make this Cute knitted elf next?

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