A Nativity Set

Create a delightful and engaging Nativity set with our comprehensive knitting pattern, perfect for beginners and children alike. This charming collection features beautifully designed patterns for beloved characters including Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the three Kings and their gifts, two Shepherds accompanied by their crooks, a lovely angel, two adorable sheep, one donkey, and three majestic camels, all set within a cozy crib. This unique Nativity set makes for an ideal craft project that not only celebrates the joy of the holiday season but also serves as an educational tool for children to learn the Christmas story.

For a vibrant and colorful finish, we recommend using King Cole DK yarn, which offers a fantastic range of colors perfect for your project. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the necessary oddments on hand; this versatile yarn can easily complement your existing yarn stash. You will need approximately 100g of skin color for the figures, 20g of various colors for the headdresses of the seven characters, and 30g each of different colors for the six overcoats. Prepare to use 100g of yarn for the three camels, while 50g of white will be required for Mary's veil, the angel's dress, and the bodies of the two sheep. Additionally, keep 30g of grey for the donkey and gather oddments of other essential colors including black, yellow, and red for detailing such as eyes, noses, mouths, the angel's hair, the Kings' gifts, and the beards.

This Nativity knitting pattern is not only a fun and fulfilling project but also a perfect way to bring the spirit of Christmas into your home. Join fellow knitting enthusiasts and start creating this enchanting Nativity set that will be cherished for years to come!