Pattern: Squirrel and the cardigan is from clothing bundle 3 .
Yarn: Bernat Solids. I know it's acrylic craft yarn, but it's perfect for machine washable children's toys.
Needles: 4mm / US 6
Mods: I made the ears much smaller, by really just using three stitches (squirrels have really small ears!). I also used the idea of the tail construction from the Brooklyn General Store Squirrel Pattern, but had to sew the seam of the tail (which is constructed like a pom pom) since I didn't quite understand how to crochet a tail seam. For the cardigan, I made a small hole in the back of the cardigan so that Maple's tail could be pulled through for maximum tail glory!
She's already in transit to New York to begin her squirrely adventures. Brooklyn General, I know you'll take good care of her while she's there!
And hey- if you are wanting to get your squirrels in, the deadline is May 15th- there's still time! Toys knit up so quickly, and there is always express shipping if you need to get it there overnight.
22 comments:
This squirrel is giving me a cute overload. I love the tail and the tiny sweater is so adorable!
This is just adorable! The tail cracks me up :)
oh my goodness thats beyond adorable. theres way too much cuteness... love it!
Gorgeous, love its little cardi:)
Aww, how could you part with her she's too cute!
So cute! I'm known as Maple in some circles so I feel a special affinity with your squirrel :) Have you ever come across a pattern for a moose? I suppose the squirrel with a different tail and some bucky teeth could almost pass for a beaver too :) Go Canada!
so sweet!! your so clever
Cuteness! Well done!
Maple is the cutest maple squirrel ever! Love the tiny sweater and what a tail ;-) I hope is having a great trip to NYC! Have a great weekend and good luck with the contest!
Julie!!!! Maple is gorgeous! You knit her up so fast! Aw, so cute.
So cute!
So cute. Also, MAPLE SUGAR?!? Want.
Ok, that is just about the cutest thing I have ever seen. I love that bushy tail! Well done, and good luck on your adventures, Maple!
Oh she is just adorable!!! We're ready to welcome her to our tree and introduce her to some new friends. Too bad you are not local--we are having a party this coming Saturday night to announce the winners!
That is the classiest little squirrel I've ever seen! SUCH a fancy dresser. Great job!
Awwwwwww she is SO CUTE!
Maple is certainly sweet and adorable! I wonder what she'll get up to in NY!
Aw I love it! I think you should win.
Very cute! I just love that you gave her a cardigan. And her bushy tail came out great.
Maple's tail is the cutest!
Very cute! I won't have time to knit one for the contest, so I'll root for you to win!
that tail is absolutely amazing. great job and good luck!
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