4.5 Inch Minion
Introducing this adorable, hand-knitted Minion toy, measuring 4.5 inches (or 11 cm) when sitting. This delightful Minion is created using double knit yarn and features a very simple pattern that makes it an excellent choice for beginner knitters looking to embark on their toy-making journey. Whether you are a novice or experienced knitter, this project is enjoyable and rewarding. For added fun, you can incorporate an optional pipe cleaner into the arms to create a Minion that can strike a pose!
To make your own little Minion, you'll need the following materials: 3.25mm knitting needles, 3.25mm double pointed needles, 20g (or 0.7oz) of cheerful yellow double knit yarn, 20g (or 0.7oz) of vibrant blue double knit yarn, and a small amount of black and grey double knit yarn for those signature details. Don’t forget the stuffing to give your Minion its lovable shape! Additionally, you will need black embroidery thread, 2 x 8mm blue buttons for the eyes, medium googly eyes for extra character, and, if you choose, 1 x pipe cleaner to make those arms poseable.
This pattern utilizes a variety of basic knitting techniques that are great for skill-building. Methods include casting on (using the thumb method), knitting in stocking stitch, KFB (knit front and back), PFB (purl front and back), K2tog (knit two together), P2tog (purl two together), and sewing pieces together using the mattress stitch technique for a clean finish.
You can also experiment with different yarns and needle sizes for unique results, such as creating a fluffy variant of the Minion that turns out much larger and even more huggable!
For those who want to make a whole Minion family, we currently offer a 2.5-inch Minion pattern available for free! You can find this charming smaller version here: 25-inch-minion-knitting-pattern-by-candice-le-grange. Embrace your creativity and enjoy knitting these fun toys that bring joy to any child or Minion fan! Start your knitting adventure today and create your very own Minion masterpiece!
