Another little knitted creature from the book with the same name, with designs from Amy Gaines.
Verona's Strickstube
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June 18, 2025
June 16, 2025
Knitted Critters ... Mr. Squirrel
I’ve been knitting another little critter, and this one’s a squirrel! He’s almost finished, except… he doesn’t have a tail yet. Everything else is done, so he’s just sitting on my table looking a little awkward (seriously, it’s hilarious how much a squirrel needs a tail to look like a squirrel).
The problem is, I can’t decide what yarn to use! I want the tail to be REALLY great, and fluffy not just regular yarn. Nothing in my stash feels right, thinking should I try some mohair? Maybe something fuzzy or with a bit of shimmer would be better?
June 14, 2025
Bumblebee Duo
June 12, 2025
Bumblebee
Lately, I’ve been completely captivated by making little knitted amigurumi creatures. Right now, I’m working my way through all the cute animal patterns in the “Little Knitted Creatures” book by Leisure Arts. I love these small projects because each one can be finished quickly, giving a wonderful sense of accomplishment. They’re incredibly fun to knit, and it's fun to see a cute little animal take shape as you knit along. Plus, these tiny creations make perfect gifts for children, they’re soft, charming, and sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Knitting these amigurumi creatures has truly become right now one of my favorites to knit.
June 10, 2025
June 8, 2025
Knitted Turtle Pattern
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight yarn (green for body, brown for
shell, or colors of your choice)
- Pair of US 4 (3.5mm) or US 6 (4mm) knitting needles
- Small amount of stuffing
- Yarn needle for sewing
- Black embroidery thread or safety eyes
Abbreviations
- K: Knit
- P: Purl
- K2tog: Knit 2 together
- Inc: Increase (knit in front and back of
stitch)
Shell (Make 1)
With shell color yarn:
- Cast on 8 stitches.
- Row 1: Purl
- Row 2: (K1, Inc) across (12 st)
- Row 3: Purl
- Row 4: (K2, Inc) across (16 st)
- Row 5: Purl
- Row 6: (K3, Inc) across (20 st)
- Row 7: Purl
- Continue in stockinette (K one row, P one row) for
4 more rows
- Next row: (K3, K2tog) across (16 st)
- Next row: Purl
- Next row: (K2, K2tog) across (12 st)
- Next row: Purl
- Next row: (K1, K2tog) across (8 st)
- Cut yarn, leaving a tail, and thread through
remaining stitches. Pull tight and secure.
Tummy (Make 1)
With body color yarn:
- Cast on 8 stitches.
- Repeat steps 2-9 of the shell.
- Bind off.
Head (Make 1)
With body color yarn:
- Cast on 8 stitches.
- Knit 8 rows in stockinette.
- Next: (K2tog) 4 times (4 st)
- Cut the yarn, thread it through the stitches, and pull it tight.
Legs (Make 4)
With body color yarn:
- Cast on 6 stitches.
- Knit 8 rows in garter stitch (knit every row).
- Bind off.
Tail (Make 1)
With body color yarn:
- Cast on 3 stitches.
- Knit 4 rows.
- Bind off.
Assembly
- Sew the shell and tummy together around the edges,
leaving a gap for stuffing. Stuff lightly and close the gap.
- Stuff the head lightly, and sew to one end of the
shell.
- Fold each leg in half, sew upside down, and attach to the underside of the shell at four corners.”
- Attach the tail at the back.
- Embroider eyes with black thread or use safety eyes.
June 6, 2025
One more for the fundraiser!
Knitting is one of my favorite hobbies, so I decided to knit beanies that people might enjoy. All proceeds from these beanies will be donated to the animal charity, which provides essential spay and neuter services for homeless and stray cats.
June 4, 2025
Fundraiser
Teamwork! Ginny Fegley crochet the flower, and I knitted the beanie.
June 2, 2025
May 31, 2025
Stockinet Cap for the Frundraiser
