Horse Rider
Welcome to our delightful knitting pattern for creating an adorable horse along with a charming horse rider. This intricate design was originally featured in the popular Knit Now magazine in the UK, making it a beloved choice among knitting enthusiasts.
This pattern is knitted flat, which means there's no need to tackle circular knitting. The required skills include basic knit and purl stitches, so it's perfect for beginner to intermediate knitters. However, special attention is needed during the assembly process to achieve a polished finish. To help you through the sewing steps, the pattern includes detailed photos for each stage, ensuring a smooth crafting experience.
Materials Required: To get started, you’ll need the following yarns: Jamieson’s DK (8-ply weight) in [A] 15g Mustard 425, [B] 5g Shetland Black 101, along with small amounts of [C] Crimson 525 and [D] Apricot 438. Additionally, a skein of Jamieson’s Spindrift (fingering weight) [F] Tundra 190 will be required, as well as some dark brown DK yarn. You'll also need toy filling and a piece of card, cut to 2 x 10cm, to complete your project.
About the Yarn: The DK weight yarn has a composition of 100% wool, with a yardage of 25 g per 75m, making it both soft and durable for your creations.
Tension: For the best results, aim for a tension of 28 stitches x 36 rows to achieve a 10cm square. However, achieving exact tension is not essential for this pattern, allowing for a bit of flexibility in your work.
Needles: You will need a pair of 3mm single-pointed knitting needles to bring your project to life.
Other Tools: Don’t forget your essential tools: a chenille or tapestry needle for sewing and weaving in ends, and a pair of scissors for cutting yarn as needed.
This comprehensive pattern spans 8 pages and is suitable for knitters looking to create a memorable piece that can be cherished for years to come. Whether you’re making it as a gift or to keep for yourself, this horse and rider will undoubtedly be a delightful addition to your knitting repertoire. Start your new knitting adventure today with this fun and rewarding project!
