Armadillo

The nine-banded armadillo is a solitary mammal that thrives in diverse habitats across the Americas. The name ‘armadillo’ translates to ‘little armored one,’ reflecting its distinctive leathery armored shell, which gives it the appearance of a quirky rodent outfitted for battle. However, the knitted armadillo you’re about to create is anything but intimidating; it’s incredibly cuddly and warm, making it the perfect companion for any knitting enthusiast. Why not consider crafting a whole army of adorable armadillos?

This delightful 19 cm knitted armadillo pattern is crafted using 2.00 mm double-pointed needles (UK 12, US 0) and features a mix of yarns including Rowan Felted Tweed (color 159 in carbon), Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine (color 124 in pine nut, color 135 in pale pink, and color 198 in anthracite), plus Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk (color 03 in grey). **Feel free to experiment with any gauge and color of yarn that inspires you!** This project is not only a fun and easy knit, but it also offers a beautifully textured finish that brings your armadillo to life. You’ll engage in a variety of knitting techniques, including stripe patterns, intarsia color work, garter stitch, and loop stitches, all of which are thoroughly explained in the pattern.

Get ready to enjoy a relaxing knitting experience and unleash your creativity! Have an arma-chill-o knit! Happy crafting, Viv!