Product Description
A multi purpose adorable elf in a tree stump. Knitted flat using DK or equivalent yarns. Ideal as a door stop, stationary or needle holder - even a book end - now, how versatile is that :O) Fun, easy to follow pattern, well illustrated with helpful photos to make sure you get a great finished item.
This pattern is also available in French
Peek-a-boo Elf Knitted Doll by Phoenixknits
What is Being Made
The Peek-a-boo Elf is a beginner-friendly knitted doll pattern designed by Phoenixknits. This charming toy stands approximately 7 inches high and can be constructed as a standalone decorative doll or weighted as a doorstop. The pattern creates a whimsical elf character suitable for children's toys, doll collections, or home décor accessories.
Knitting Techniques Used
This beginner-level pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques accessible to new crafters. The construction involves basic stitch manipulation including increases to shape the doll's form. The pattern uses a cardboard cylinder or tin as a structural base, with yarn wrapped around it to create the hair element, combining traditional knitting with simple craft assembly methods.
Stitches Used
- Knit (K) - The primary stitch for building the doll's fabric
- Purl (P) - Used for texture and pattern variation
- Inc1 (Increase 1) - Increases a stitch by knitting into both the front and back of the next stitch, used for shaping the doll's body
Materials Required
Needles: 3mm and 4mm knitting needles for working with DK weight yarn.
Yarn: DK weight yarn in multiple colors including dark brown, medium brown, ginger brown (used for hair, though alternative colors may be substituted), fawn, flesh, cream, and leaf green. The variety of colors allows for detailed facial features and realistic elf characteristics.
Additional Materials: A cardboard cylinder or tin measuring approximately 9 inches in circumference, no more than 4½ inches high, with a bottom but no top. A piece of card at least 3 inches wide for wrapping yarn to create hair. For doorstop versions, pebbles or stones are needed to weight the bottom of the tin. Brown eye shadow or brown coloring pencil and pink blusher or pink coloring pencil complete the facial details.
Pattern Overview
This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Phoenixknits offers an accessible introduction to toy knitting. The beginner difficulty level makes it suitable for knitters developing their skills while creating a finished, three-dimensional character. The pattern combines knitted components with craft embellishments, making it an engaging project that produces a tactile, huggable doll.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | Phoenixknits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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