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Tree Dude Pattern

Category:

Knitting

Type:

Toy

Item:

Animal

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

Knitting in the round
Uses the loop stitch for the foliage. If loop stitch is not for you, I suggest using a yarn with texture, such as fun fur for the foliage.

Pattern Description:

Tree Dude is a great toy with a lot of texture.

It is knit in the round, and uses the loop stitch for the foliage. If loop stitch is not for you, I suggest using a yarn with texture, such as fun fur for the foliage.

The pattern works great with any weight yarn, so you can make a whole family of Tree Dudes or a Tree Dude for every season!

Tree Dude - knit in bulky is 10 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in worsted is 7.5 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in sport is 5.5 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in sock is 5 inches tall

Gauge:

Gauge varies depending on the yarn you choose.

Gauge needs to be tight enough that
stuffing does not show through.

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Tree Dude - knit in bulky is 10 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in worsted is 7.5 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in sport is 5.5 inches tall
Tree Dude - knit in sock is 5 inches tall

Materials:

The pattern works great with any weight yarn, so you can make a whole family of Tree Dudes or a Tree Dude for every season!
1 set of DPNs about 2 or 3 sizes smaller then recommended on the ball band of your yarn

You Will Also Need:

Pipe-cleaners (optional) - helps the arms bend
Plastic pellets (optional) - help make him stand
Polyester fiberfill
Safety eyes (optional)
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle