Blue Goat Doll Tanoshi series toy.

**Blue Goat Doll Knitting Pattern – Tanoshi Series Toy** Celebrate the Chinese New Year of 2015 with this charming Blue Goat Doll, part of the delightful Tanoshi series! This adorable handmade toy stands approximately 5.12 inches (13 cm) tall, making it a perfect gift for children and collectors alike. In this step-by-step knitting pattern, you’ll discover how to create this sweet doll that embodies the spirit of the Blue Goat, bringing joy and creativity into your home. **Materials Needed:** - **4 Double-Pointed Needles**: Opt for a size suitable for your chosen yarn weight. For this project, I recommend US size 2½ (3mm) needles, which are a size or two smaller than the yarn’s suggested size to produce a firm, durable fabric. - **Yarn**: - **White Yarn**: Use 100% acrylic yarn for the head. I recommend Kartopu Flora, which comes in a 100g ball with 230m of yarn. - **Blue Yarn**: Choose a lovely blue yarn for the body. I used Nako Alpaca, made of 10% alpaca and 90% acrylic, also available in a 100g ball with 190m of yarn. - **Black Yarn**: For the hair, any black yarn will work perfectly. - **Toy Stuffing**: Fill your doll to give it a cuddly shape. - **Yarn Needle**: This will help you weave in ends and attach pieces. - **Stitch Holder**: Keep your stitches secure while working on your doll. - **2 Plastic Eyes**: Add personality to your Blue Goat Doll with plastic safety eyes. Throughout the pattern, you will be working in the round, which helps to avoid visible seams and creates a seamless finish. If you’re new to making knitted toys, be sure to check out my tutorial on how to start your projects with a cast-on from the middle: [How I Start to Knit My Toys](http://denizastoysjoys.blogspot.com/2013/12/how-i-start-to-knit-my-toys-cast-on.html). Create this unforgettable Blue Goat Doll for yourself or as a thoughtful gift! Perfect for any knitting enthusiast, this pattern is suitable for intermediate knitters looking to expand their skills. Download the free or premium pattern today and embark on a fun knitting adventure that blends tradition with creativity!