Festive Llama
Discover the joy of knitting with this delightful pattern designed to be knitted flat and sewn together at the end, eliminating the need for circular knitting techniques. Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike, this project requires only a small amount of yarn, making it an ideal choice for those looking to create something special without committing to a large stash. You can use any fleecy yarn in DK (8-ply) weight to achieve a soft and cozy finish.
**Yarn Requirements**
- MC (Main Color): 15g of natural white fleecy yarn in DK (8-ply)
- CC (Contrasting Color): A small amount of beige 4-ply (fingering) yarn
- [A]: Red
- [B]: White
- [C]: Yellow Green
- [D]: Grey
- [E]: Yellow
- [F]: Dark Brown
For this pattern, we recommend using Patons Baby Smiles Fairytale Cloud DK, which is a soft DK (8-ply) yarn made from 100% polyester, with each 25g ball providing 85 meters of yarn. Additionally, for the finer details, Patons Baby Smiles Fairytale Fab 4-ply (3-ply fingering weight with 100% acrylic) is a great choice, offering 184 meters per 50g ball.
Tension: Achieve the perfect fit with a tension of 24 stitches x 34 rows, which equals 10cm when measured over stocking stitch using the main color (MC).
Needles Needed: 3.5mm straight needles are essential for this lovely project.
Additional Supplies: Don’t forget to gather your other supplies, including stitch holders or spare needles for easy management of your work, a chenille needle or tapestry needle for sewing seams, toy stuffing to give your project shape, and a pompom maker or cardboard circles to create fun, fluffy embellishments.
This pattern spans 6 pages and is more than just a project; it’s a delightful way to exercise your creativity and give a beautiful knitted item as a gift or keep it for yourself. Get started today to knit something cozy and charming!
