This toy turtle is an easy knit, and a super project if you are new to knitting toys. Techniques used include knitting stripes, and simple increases and decreases for shaping. Designed by Amanda Berry @fluffandfuzz, the turtle is knitted in acrylic DK yarns on single pointed needles (not in the round).

NEEDLES
A pair of 3.75mm straight single pointed knitting needles (US 5)

RECOMMENDED YARN
Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK; double knitting/light worsted weight; 100% acrylic; one 100g/280m skein in each colour.

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, toy filing, and buttons for eyes.

SIZES
One size only - 25cm long and 23cm wide (including the legs).

TECHNIQUES
For beginners and above, other techniques used include casting on and off, knits, purls, and seaming to finish.

PATTERN INFO
This knitting pattern is a pdf download, 4 pages, and written in English. Patterns for personal use only; not for resale. Copyright © 2010 Amanda Berry; All rights reserved.