Pink Elephant

**Yarn Specifications for the Knitting Pattern**

For this delightful project, you will need the following yarn: • [Main Color (MC)] 50g of King Cole Big Value Baby DK in Pink (006) • [Contrast Color 1 (CC1)] 10g of King Cole Big Value Baby DK in Fuchsia (231) • [Contrast Color 2 (CC2)] 10g in Crocus 3202. This yarn is ideal for creating soft and cuddly projects for babies and toddlers.

**Yarn Details**: Each 100g ball offers a generous 290m of yarn, crafted from 100% Acrylic, ensuring your piece is not only comfortable but also easy to care for. Its lightweight and breathable texture makes it perfect for all types of baby-related projects.

**Necessary Materials**: In addition to the yarn, ensure you have the following materials ready: • A pair of 10mm safety eyes to give your project character • Toy stuffing for a soft finish that children will love.

**Essential Tools**: You’ll need the right tools for the job, including 3.5mm knitting needles for precise work, a chenille needle for easy sewing, and scissors for trimming your ends.

**Tension and Gauge**: Achieving the correct tension is important for your project to come out just right. Aim for a gauge of 24 stitches x 36 rows, which will equal a 10 x 10cm tension square worked in stockinette stitch (St st). While achieving precise gauge isn't essential, it can help ensure your finished piece looks as intended.

**Practical Knitting Tips**: For the best results, be sure to leave long ends at both the beginning and end of your knitting for easy sewing. When it's time to assemble, sew the seam with the right side (RS) facing using the mattress stitch for a seamless finish. If you prefer a more textured finish, you can create French knots for the eyes, providing an alternative to using safety eyes.

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