Knitted Black Necked Swan

The iconic swan of South America, and a true curiosity of nature. Try this fun and unique knitting project to reignite holiday memories, or add something quirky to a knitted toy collection. Knit a beautiful black necked swan!

How to Make it...

Made up of one knitted piece to form the main body, one knitted piece to form the neck, and one knitted piece to form the beak and head. The legs are each made from a single knitted piece, rolled lengthwise, and four separate small knitted pieces are made to make up the two feet. An additional small knitted piece is used to make the basal knob (small bump at the top of the beak). These knitted pieces are sewn together, and the body, neck, and head are lightly stuffed. Embroidery then adds some finer detail for facial features. Wings are optional.

What you will need...

3.25mm knitting needles (UK 10, US 3)

Double knitting yarn - White, black, red, grey, pink

Yarn sewing up needle

Scissors

Stuffing/toy filling