Pipkin Christmas Elf Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sachiyo Ishii
Needle Size

US 4 / 3.5mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Basic Shaping, 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

Meet Sachiyo Ishii’s adorable holiday doll in a festive onesie – the perfect Christmas toy knitting pattern!

It’s a busy time of year at the North Pole, but this adorable Christmas elf has popped by LK Towers to collect letters for Santa Claus. Dressed in a cosy red onesie perfect for chilly winter weather, he’s ready for holiday adventures! Complete with a jolly red hat and practical shoes (his pointed ones are just for special occasions), Pipkin the elf makes a delightful handmade Christmas gift for children. His removable onesie and shoes make him perfect for festive dress-up play, too.

Sizing

33cm tall (including hat)

What you need

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shades (A) 1026 Apricot, (B) 1246 Lipstick, (C) 1001 White, (D) 1064 Mocha, one 100g ball of each; DK, shade Red-brown, oddment
Needles: 3.5mm
Safety toy stuffing
Safety toy eyes: 8mm, two
Buttons: 1cm, two
Sewing needle and matching thread
Cotton bud
Stitch holder
Pastel crayon: pink
Tapestry needle

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 this pattern, we think you'll enjoy making Sachiyo's knitted reindeer toy.

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