toys
15 August 2010
I could easily get into making toys. They’re so cute! They’re so quick! They’re so easy! It’s like being a kid again.
:: Kiwi ::
:: Pattern :: Crazy kiwis from Bittersweet.
:: Materials :: Lincraft Celtic and Cleckheaton Country yarn, buttons for eyes.
:: Modifications :: I used DK yarn for the beak and kegs. I picked up stitches round the face for the beak, and decreased after a few rows. I also use some short rows to make the beak curve.
:: Rabbit ::
:: Pattern :: Softies.
:: Modifications :: Almost none – I filled the base with rice as suggested, to make the rabbit stand upright, and I added an internal rattle.
:: Materials :: All from the scrap bag – denim, unbleached calico, cotton poplin.
Tip: a really easy way to make a rattle to go in a toy – use the little plastic container that comes inside a Kinder Surprise egg, and put a bead in it.
While I think I have already abused my free knitting this year, Sarah would LOVE some icecream cones…
http://whipup.net/2010/08/13/knit-some-icecream/
I’ll keep that in mind – those are cute!
too cute. I’ve only made one toy but I think there are more ideas to explore – I’m keen to try a sewn one too with a rattle!
The kiwi is awesome!
Good idea for the rattle too, must keep that in mind the next time I try to justify the purchase of a Kinder Surprise.