Monkey

### Knitting Pattern Description: Monkey Plush Toy Welcome to our delightful knitting pattern for creating an adorable monkey plush toy! This pattern spans pages 1-12, covering essential aspects such as body and leg variations, detailed assembly instructions, and special stitch techniques. Pages 13-14 delve into crafting the charming head, tail, and other intricate details that bring your monkey to life. Our monkey design is slightly more advanced, featuring a cute muzzle and eye patches that are knitted separately before being sewn into place. With thousands of monkey species around the world, the color options are virtually limitless. However, my personal favorite is the classic monkey with soft fur framing its face, adding a touch of charm. For a unique twist, consider adding fur around the hands, too! Keep in mind that while monkeys sport playful tails, chimpanzees and apes do not. ### What You'll Need for Your Monkey Plush Toy: To get started on your charming knitted monkey, gather the following materials: - **Yarn:** Select yarn in your desired color(s) and weight (approximately 3oz/75g for sport weight or 12oz/350g for worsted yarn). - **Contrast Yarn:** A dark contrast yarn for crafting the eyes and nose, enhancing your monkey’s facial features. - **Knitting Needles:** Use knitting needles that are at least two sizes smaller than those recommended for your chosen yarn to achieve a neat texture. - **Stuffing:** You'll need stuffing to fill your monkey, giving it that cuddly, plush feel. - **Tapestry Needle:** Essential for sewing your knitted pieces together and weaving in ends. - **Crochet Hook:** A crochet hook is needed for creating the crochet loop or fringe stitch that enhances the monkey's details. With this pattern, you’ll be able to create a charming and huggable monkey that makes the perfect gift or a delightful addition to your knitted toys collection. Whether you are an experienced knitter or a passionate beginner, our step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process, ensuring your finished project is as adorable as the real thing. Happy knitting!