Cleo

Cleo, the Charming Knit Toy, Complete with Sweater!

This delightful finished toy measures 8.5 inches (22 cm) in height, making it an ideal stash buster project that’s perfect for knitters of all skill levels. Whether you're looking to use up leftover yarn or create a thoughtful handmade gift, Cleo is the perfect choice!

Essential Skills: To create this adorable toy, you’ll need to master several knitting techniques, including knitting in the round, fair isle techniques, stranded color work, and the I-cord method. These skills will add texture and depth to your finished project, showcasing your knitting prowess.

Yarn Requirements: For this project, you'll need worsted weight yarn in three vibrant colors: Main Color (MC), Contrast Color (CC), and Color 1 (C1). You'll need approximately 100 to 150 yards (91 to 137 meters) of C1, around 30 yards (27.5 meters) each of MC and CC, and just about 5 yards (4.5 meters) of black yarn for any fun embroidery details. This allows you to customize Cleo's appearance to match your personal style!

Recommended Needle Size: We recommend using a set of double-pointed needles (DPN) in US size #5 (3.75 mm) for working in the round. However, feel free to use your preferred needles that are suitable for circular knitting!

This Cleo knitting pattern offers a wonderful opportunity for knitters to explore color work while creating a sweet and cuddly toy. Grab your yarn, gather your needles, and get ready to bring Cleo to life!