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Hippo
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Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK
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Product Description
The hippo is one of the easier animals to knit. Its head is basically backwards from most other animals – with the widest part at the nose. There are no color changes in the body and legs. The nostrils are made with a little bobble stitch, which might be a little tricky if you’ve never tried it before.
You need to have… * Yarn in desired color and weight (~3.5oz/100g for sport weight; ~12oz/350g for worsted) * Dark contrast yarn for eyes * Knitting needles at least 2 sizes smaller than those recommended for the yarn being used * Stuffing * Tapestry needle * Crochet hook for the crochet chain loops
You need to know (or learn)… * Stockinette stitch * Increase and decrease stitches * Mattress stitch for sewing seams * Bobble stitch (instructions included) * Fringe stitch for tail (optional) * Crochet chain loops for tail (optional)
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Featured Products: | Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK |
| Pages: | 15 |
| Designer: | Sherri Sagers |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Any yarn size or color can be used; just use knitting needles at least 2 sizes smaller than recommended so stuffing doesn't show through stitches. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |