Leonard and Lola

Introducing Leonard and Lola, your favorite lion and lioness duo, who magically transform into a doctor and a nurse when night falls! This charming knitting pattern includes detailed directions for creating both the lion and lioness, adorned in their colorful scrubs, complete with a stethoscope and mask. When finished, these delightful toys measure approximately 13 inches (33 cm), making them perfect for gifting or as playful additions to any child’s room.

For this project, you can use your favorite worsted weight yarn, or opt for fingering weight yarn held double if you prefer a finer texture (note: if selecting fingering weight yarn, remember to double your yardage for sufficient coverage). The yarn requirements are as follows: you’ll need between 170 to 200 yards (156 to 183 meters) of your main color (MC), along with 30 yards (27.5 meters) of a darker color (C1) for accents. Additionally, you will need around 120 yards (110 meters) of secondary color (C2) and 30 yards (27.5 meters) each of C3 (black yarn), C4 (grey yarn), and C5 (white yarn) for details.

Essential notions for this project include a yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, stitch holders, and a small bag of polyester fiberfill for stuffing. For finishing touches, black embroidery yarn will help bring your characters to life.

To successfully complete this adorable pattern, you'll want to possess certain knitting skills, such as knitting in the round, executing the Kitchener stitch, performing a 3-needle bind-off (BO), and creating an I-cord. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a crafty beginner looking for a fun challenge, this Leonard and Lola pattern is sure to captivate your imagination and create lasting memories!

Embrace your creativity today and enjoy the joy of knitting with this whimsical pattern for Leonard the Lion and Lola the Lioness, your new favorite pair of plush toys!