Neptune the Flying Fish

Welcome to your knitting adventure with Neptune, the adorable soft fishy friend that's perfect for the little one in your life! This delightful pattern for Neptune is not only charming but also versatile, allowing for creativity in both knitting and finishing techniques.

Neptune is designed to shine when felted, enhancing its unique textures and giving it that snuggly appeal. However, if you choose not to felt your creation, just be sure to knit at a tight gauge to maintain its structure and softness. This pattern incorporates both knitting in the round and flat knitting for certain components, making it an engaging project for knitters of various skill levels.

When completed, Neptune measures approximately 4 inches wide at its widest wing span and 6 inches long from the tip of the tail to the head, making it the ideal size for little hands to cuddle and carry. For this project, we recommend using Cascade 220 yarn in dark blue for the body and white for the underbelly. To add a whimsical scale effect, consider incorporating the optional Lion Brand Trellis yarn or a similar alternative—this requires very little yarn, so it’s perfect for using up scraps from your stash!

This pattern utilizes essential knitting skills such as knit (k), stitches (sts), KFB (knit into the front and back of one stitch), k2tog (knit two stitches together), SSK (slip slip knit), and stockinette stitch (st st) both in the round and flat. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a beginner looking to tackle new techniques, Neptune is a delightful and rewarding project to expand your knitting repertoire.

Get ready to create your very own Neptune and enjoy the process of bringing this soft fishy companion to life. Your little one will adore their new friend, making this a perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or just because! Dive into the world of knitting today and let Neptune swim into your heart!