Cuddly Cheeky Pup

Discover the joy of knitting with our delightful flat-knit pattern, perfect for all skill levels! This charming project requires no circular knitting, making it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced knitters alike. Once completed, your finished creation will stand at a delightful 20cm sitting height, making it a wonderful addition to any collection or a lovely gift for children.

Materials Needed:

• [A] 1 ball of King Cole Cuddles Chunky 353 Cream - a soft and cozy yarn that is perfect for creating cuddly toys.
• [B] A small amount of 300 Teddy - for added texture and warmth.
• [C] 6g King Cole Pricewise DK1740 Mustard - to bring a vibrant pop of color to your knit.
• [D] 12g King Cole Pricewise DK 201 Cloud - for those lovely white accents.
• [E] A small amount of dark brown DK - to enhance your toy's details.
• Toy stuffing - for that plush, huggable finish.
• A pair of 12mm black safety eyes - to give your creation its adorable expression.

Essential Tools:

• 3.5mm knitting needles - for perfect tension and stitch definition.
• A chenille needle - ideal for sewing seams and finishing touches.
• 35mm pompom maker (optional) - to create cute pompom embellishments.
• Scissors - for trimming your yarn ends neatly.

About the Yarn:

This pattern features King Cole Cuddles, a chunky yarn that boasts 100g per 125m and is made from 100% polyester, offering a soft feel that's loved by all. For added detail, we use King Cole Pricewise, a DK weight yarn coming in at 100g per 290m, crafted from 100% acrylic for durability and ease of care.

Tension Information:

For the Cuddles yarn, aim for a tension of 20 stitches x 26 rows to achieve a 10 x 10cm gauge, though this is not essential to the overall project.

Practical Tips for Success:

• Be sure to leave long yarn ends at both the beginning and end of your work; these will be helpful for sewing your pieces together.
• Sew your seams with the right side (RS) facing out, using mattress stitches for a seamless finish.
• If you prefer not to use safety eyes, simply make French knots with black yarn for a charming alternative.

With a manageable five pages of clear instructions, this pattern is concise yet detailed, allowing you to follow along effortlessly. Embrace your creativity with this delightful flat-knit project, and let your knitting skills shine as you create a soft, huggable friend that is sure to bring joy to everyone!