The Sailor of the Floe Bear
Discover the delightful Sailor of the Floe, a charming polar bear plush toy that brings warmth and cheer to your knitting projects! This adorable large polar bear features a cozy, wooly shawl, making it the perfect companion for any child or a unique decorative piece for your home.
Completed Dimensions: This cuddly creation measures approximately 27cm tall while sitting, from the bottom of its body to the tip of its ear. A wonderful size for snuggling!
Suggested Yarn: For this project, you’ll need double knitting yarn in the following quantities: 75g of white for the bear's fur, 10-15g of dark blue for added detailing, 25g of light blue for the shawl, and a small amount of black yarn for the eyes. Don't forget to have some toy stuffing on hand to give your bear that lovable shape!
Needle Size: Use 3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles (UK size 11, US size 3) to craft your bear with precision.
Language: This pattern is written in English, ensuring it's easy to follow for knitters of all levels.
Knitting Skills Required: This pattern is ideal for those familiar with essential knitting techniques, including casting on, knitting (k), purling (p), increasing by knitting into the front and back of stitches (inc), decreasing by knitting two stitches together (k2tog), casting off, sewing pieces together, and inserting toy stuffing.
Yarn Weight: The recommended yarn weight for this pattern is Double Knitting (Light Worsted, 8ply, No.3), which is approximately 300m/100g. This ensures a beautifully even finish for your plush creation.
Equipment Needed: Don't forget to gather your Yarn Sewing Needle for assembling your plush polar bear once all the pieces are knitted.
Craft Technique: This project utilizes knitting with 2 Single Pointed Needles, allowing for a straightforward and pleasurable knitting experience.
Designed by: This enchanting pattern has been crafted by Knitting by Post Toy Knitting Pattern Designers, who are dedicated to bringing your knitting visions to life.
Media Format: Enjoy the convenience of an instant digital PDF download, making it easy to start your project right away!
Tension: Aim for a tension of 26 stitches x 33 rows to achieve a 10cm x 10cm gauge in stocking stitch using Double Knitting Yarn, ensuring a consistent look for your knitted bear.
Character Theme: The Sailor of the Floe embraces the charming themes of Christmas and teddy bears, making it an ideal gift or festive decoration.
Knitting Style: All pieces of the Sailor of the Floe polar bear are knitted flat and seamed, allowing for easy assembly and a rewarding crafting experience.
Get ready to embark on a delightful knitting journey with the Sailor of the Floe pattern, perfect for knitters looking to create a unique and lovable teddy bear for themselves or as a thoughtful gift!
