Bring a burst of prehistoric personality to your teapot with this lively Pterodactyl Tea Cosy knitting pattern. Knitted flat on two needles and sewn together, the cosy is wonderfully achievable and full of character. The main cosy forms the creature’s body, while the head is worked separately so it rises proudly above the teapot, complete with its bold Pteranodon‑style crest in Tomato red.

Warm Gingerbread and Copper shades from Stylecraft Special DK give the cosy a rich, earthy look, and the folded wings sit neatly at the sides as if the pterosaur has just landed. Little claws and toes hint at his feet, adding to the prehistoric charm.

His 21mm green safety cat eyes, framed with knitted eyelids, give him a watchful, slightly menacing expression — perfect for a creature nicknamed “terror wing”. The finished cosy fits a medium teapot holding 6–8 cups (around 2 pints).

The pattern is a 6‑page PDF and is available as an instant digital download as soon as you complete your purchase. This listing is for the knitting pattern only, so you can enjoy making your own Pterodactyl Tea Cosy right away.

Watch a Youtube Video of the completed tea cosy here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BczMSUvFICY