Choc-A-Doodle-Doo
Choc-a-doodle-doo! Celebrate Easter with this delightful and creative knitting pattern designed to transform an ordinary chocolate orange into a charming character holder. This unusual chocolate orange holder is not just a functional accessory; it also makes for a whimsical gift that will delight both children and adults alike during the Easter festivities.
Completed Dimensions: Approximately 30cm tall. The perfect height to showcase your chocolate treasure while adding a festive touch to your Easter decor.
Suggested Yarn: For this project, we recommend using Double Knitting yarn. You will need approximately 75g of white yarn, 25g of orange yarn, and a small amount of red (about 10-15g) for accents. Don’t forget a small amount of black yarn for the eyes, along with toy stuffing to give your creation that cuddly finish. Make sure you have a chocolate orange or a similar treat ready to be displayed in your handmade holder!
Needle Size: Use 3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles (equivalent to UK 11 and US 3) for the best results.
Language: This pattern is written in English, making it easily accessible for many knitters.
Knitting Skills Required: This pattern requires basic knitting skills, including casting on, knitting ('k'), purling ('p'), increasing stitches by knitting into the front and back of a stitch ('inc'), and decreasing by knitting two stitches together ('k2tog'). You will also need to know how to cast off, sew pieces together, and insert toy stuffing for a complete finish.
Yarn Weight: This project uses Double Knitting yarn (Light Worsted, 8-ply, No. 3, with an approximate yardage of 300m/100g), ensuring a soft and manageable texture.
Equipment Needed: In addition to your knitting needles, you'll need a yarn sewing needle for finishing touches.
Craft Type: Enjoy the relaxing art of knitting with this pattern, which is crafted with 2 Single Pointed Needles for a straightforward and enjoyable experience.
Designed by: This charming pattern is created by Knitting by Post, a respected name in toy knitting pattern design, ensuring high quality and creativity.
Media Format: Upon purchase, you will receive an Instant Digital PDF Download, making it easy to start your knitting project right away.
Tension: Achieve the best fit with a tension gauge of 26 stitches x 33 rows = 10cm x 10cm in stocking stitch using Double Knitting yarn.
Character Theme: This pattern features adorable animals, making it perfect for celebrating Easter and bringing joy to your home or as a special gift.
All pieces of this chocolate orange holder are knitted flat and require seaming, creating a fun and rewarding project. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique Easter delight!
