Esie The Elephant

Meet Esie The Elephant, a stunning hand-knitted African elephant pattern that adds a touch of charm to any nursery decor. Standing at 16cm or 6.25 inches tall, Esie makes a delightful gift for anyone, from cherished babies to young-at-heart adults. This adorable knitted elephant serves not only as a whimsical playmate but also as a beautiful accent for home decoration.

Don't miss out on our special offer! Download your free pattern - Christmas Decorations - available in my store, to create festive accessories for Esie The Elephant! This easy-to-follow pattern is perfect for enhancing Esie’s charm during the holiday season.

Be sure to explore Esie's friends, including Jabu The Giraffe and Lebo and Loba The Lions, all available in my store. Each pattern is designed with love and attention to detail, making them perfect companions for your knitted collection.

You have the freedom to sell your completed item! Just remember to credit Candice Le Grange as the designer to ensure she gets the recognition she deserves.

To knit Esie The Elephant, you’ll need some essential materials: 3.25mm or size 3 US or 10 UK single-pointed knitting needles, along with 2 x 3.25mm or size 3 US or 10 UK double-pointed knitting needles. One ball of Sirdar Snuggly Crofter Baby Fair Isle Effect DK in shade 0190 (50g or 1.77 oz), stuffing for that cuddly finish, and 8mm black safety eyes will complete your project.

This pattern includes various knitting methods that will enhance your skills, such as cast-on using the thumb method, knit, purl, M1R (make one right), M1L (make one left), K2tog (knit two together), P2tog (purl two together), SKPO (slip, knit, pass over), cast off, I-cord, and sewing the pieces together using the mattress stitch technique.

Begin your knitting adventure with Esie The Elephant today and create a lasting memento that will be treasured for years to come!