Thursday, October 26, 2006

Argyle Cap

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Materials:
Lion Kool Wool (50% merino wool/50% acrylic, 1.75oz/50g, 60yds/54m - discontinued) two skeins in Navy, less than one skein each in Claret and Charcoal
US10 (6mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US10 (6mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
14sts by 20rows = 4in (10cm) in stst

Finished Size:
Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] in circumference

Note: This pattern first creates a navy cap with claret diamonds. Then the diagonal charcoal lines are added with duplicate stitch.

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Pattern:
Cast on 66 (72, 78) sts with Navy on circ. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1-5: [k3, p3] around.
Rnds 6-7: knit around.
Rnds 8-9: [k3Navy, k1Claret, k2Navy] around.
Rnds 10-11: [k2N, k3C, k1N] around.
Rnds 12-13: [k1N, k5C] around.
Rnds 14-15: same as Rnds 10-11.
Rnds 16-17: same as Rnds 8-9.
With Navy, knit 1 (2, 3) rnds.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: [k9 (10, 11), k2tog] 6 times – 60 (66, 72) sts.
Rnd 2 & all even rnds: knit even.
Rnd 3: [k8 (9, 10), k2tog] 6 times – 54 (60, 66) sts.
Rnd 5: [k7 (8, 9), k2tog] 6 times – 48 (54, 60) sts.
Continue to dec 6 sts every other rnd until 24 sts rem.
Next rnd: knit even. Next rnd: k2tog around – 12 sts.
Next rnd: knit even. Next rnd: k2tog around – 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Use tapestry needle and Charcoal yarn to duplicate stitch diagonal lines according to chart. Weave in ends.

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Monday, October 23, 2006

Chunky Cabled Hat

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Materials:
Lion Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (86% acrylic/10% woo/4% rayon, 6oz/170g, 106yds/97m) one skein in Wheat
US13 (9mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US13 (9mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
9.5sts by 16rows = 4in (10cm) in cable pattern

Finished Size:
Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 42 (48, 54) sts on circ. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1, 2, 3, 5, 6: *p3 (4, 5), k4*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 4: *p3 (4, 5), FC4*; rep between *s around.
Rep Rnds 1-6 once more.
Adult Small Size Only: Repeat Rnds 1-2 once more.
Adult Large Size Only: Repeat Rnds 1-4 once more.
Crown Shaping: (all sizes)
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: *p2 (3, 4), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 36 (42, 48) sts.
Rnd 2: *p2 (3, 4), k4 (FC4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 3: *p1 (2, 3), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 30 (36, 42) sts.
Rnd 4: *p1 (2, 3), FC4 (k4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *p0 (1, 2), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 24 (30, 36) sts.
Rnd 6: *p0 (1, 2), k4 (k4, FC4)*; rep between *s around.
Adult Sizes Only:
Rnd 7: *p_ (0, 1), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - _ (24, 30) sts.
Rnd 8: *p_ (0, 1), _ (FC4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Adult Large Size Only:
Rnd 9: *k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - _ (_, 24) sts.
Rnd 10: knit even.
All Sizes:
Rnd 11: k2tog 12 times - 12 sts.
Rnd 12: knit even.
Rnd 13: k2tog 6 times - 6 sts.
Rnd 14: knit even.
Cut yarn and thread tail through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Monday, October 16, 2006

Mini Holiday Stockings

Who wouldn't prefer a cute little stocking filled with candy to a boring greeting card? Whether you're a broke college student or have relatives who aren't worth the price of a "real" gift, these little guys are the perfect solution to large family holiday get-togethers where no one should feel left out. Knit one for everyone and fill with half a dozen chocolate kisses. Make a few extra for unexpected guests.

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Materials:
Small amounts of worsted yarn in red, green, white, or your favorite holiday colors
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20sts by 28rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
About 4in (10cm) tall

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Pattern:
Cuff:
With cuff color, CO 18 sts and dist to 3 dpns. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 3 rnds in seed stitch ([k1, p1] on odd rnds, [p1, k1] on even rnds).
Leg:
Change colors if desired. Do not cut previous color; just carry it along inside stocking until it is needed again. Knit 15 rnds in stst. For striped version, change colors every two rounds.
Heel:
Redistribute sts so that 9 are on one needle for heel.
Row 1: With heel color, k8, turn.
Row 2: yo-b, p7, turn.
Row 3: yo, k6, turn.
Row 4: yo-b, p5, turn.
Row 5: yo, k5, am, k2tog, turn.
Row 6: yo-b, p6, ssp, turn.
Row 7: yo, k7, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 8: yo-b, p8, sssp, turn.
Foot:
With main color (or stripe pattern), yo, k9, move next yo to next needle & k2tog, k7, move next yo (first st on next needle) to end of current needle & skp. Knit even for 4 rnds. Knit 4 more sts; this is the new beg of each rnd (so the color joggle is on the bottom of the foot). Cut main color.
Toe:
With toe color, knit 1 rnd even.
Next rnd, [k1, k2tog] around (12 sts) - you may have to redistribute sts on needles for the k2tog's.
Knit 1 rnd even.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around (6 sts).
Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

Fill with candy, potpourri, etc. Add a ribbon loop to the top to use as a tree ornament. Do whatever you want with it!

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Sunday, September 24, 2006

R2D2 Beanie

EDIT: Okay, guys. That's enough. I'm flattered. Really. But no more. Not for now at least. Those of you whom I have already contacted, don't worry. Anyone seeing this for the first time, I'm sorry. No more custom orders. I can't knit the same hat over and over again for the rest of my life. If you would like to leave your email, I will put you on a waiting list and contact you when and if I can stand to look at blue and grey yarn ever again. In the meantime, I recommend you try to find a knitter near you or even learn to knit yourself. It's a great hobby.I never expected a little hat I made for my nephew's Halloween costume would draw so much attention. Thank you all for your interest and appreciation.

Carissa

Want a handmade Halloween costume this year? Have a geeky friend whose birthday is right around the corner? Or perhaps you are that geeky friend. That's okay. Be proud of who you are. Shout it out loud without saying a word. Knit this hat and wear it everyday, everywhere.

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Materials:
Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 3oz/85g, 165yds/151m) one skein each in Royale and Grey Heather
Small amount of worsted black acrylic yarn
Small amount of loose stuffing for projecting bits, if desired
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle

US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:
18sts x 24rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 24)in [48 (54, 61)cm] circumference

Note: This pattern is written such that a basic striped hat is created first, and then details are added with duplicate stitch afterward. If you prefer, you can use the appropriate chart and stranded knitting for rounds 8-12 (9-14, 10-15) and rounds 25-30 (28-33, 30-35), leaving less duplicate stitching to be done in the end.

Pattern:
With grey yarn and circular needles, CO 84 (96, 108) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 4 (5, 5) rnds in k2, p2 ribbing. Join blue, but do not cut grey. With blue, knit 2 (2, 3) rnds in stst. Twist blue and grey strands once to prevent a hole. Knit 1 (1, 1) rnd in grey. Twist strands and knit 5 (6, 6) rnds in blue. Twist strands and knit 8 (9, 10) rnds in grey, twisting strands every 4 (5, 5) rnds to carry blue strand along, but still working with grey.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns with 28 (32, 36) sts on each of 3 needles.
Rnd 1: With grey, [k6 (7, 8), k2tog, k6 (7, 8)] around - 78 (90, 102) sts.
Rnd 2 and all even rnds: knit even with same color as previous rnd.
Rnd 3: With grey, [k6 (7, 8), ssk, k5 (6, 7)] around - 72 (84, 96) sts.
Rnd 5: With blue, [k5 (6, 7), k2tog, k5 (6, 7)] around - 66 (78, 90) sts.
Rnd 7: With blue, [k5 (6, 7), ssk, k4 (5, 6)] around - 60 (72, 84) sts.
Rnd 9: With blue, [k4 (5, 6), k2tog, k4 (5, 6)] around - 54 (66, 78) sts.
Rnd 11: With grey, [k4 (5, 6), ssk, k3 (4, 5)] around - 48 (60, 72) sts.
Rnd 13: With blue, [k3 (4, 5), k2tog, k3 (4, 5)] around - 42 (54, 66) sts.
Rnd 15: With grey, [k3 (4, 5), ssk, k2 (3, 4)] around - 36 (48, 60) sts.
Rnd 17: With grey, [k2 (3, 4), k2tog, k2 (3, 4)] around - 30 (42, 54) sts.
Rnd 19: With grey, [k2 (3, 4), ssk, k1 (2, 3)] around - 24 (36, 48) sts.
Child Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 22: With grey, knit even.
Adult Small Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k2, k2tog, k2] around - 30 sts.
Rnd 23: With grey, [k2, ssk, k1] around - 24 sts.
Rnd 25: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 26: With grey, knit even.
Adult Large Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k3, k2tog, k3] around - 42 sts.
Rnd 23: With grey, [k3, ssk, k2] around - 36
Rnd 25: With grey, [k2, k2tog, k2] around - 30 sts.
Rnd 27: With grey, [k2, ssk, k1] around - 24 sts.
Rnd 29: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 30: With grey, knit even.
All Sizes: Cut yarn and thread tail through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends. Using tapestry needle and duplicate stitch method, add details to match appropriate chart below.

Child Size:









Adult Small Size:









Adult Large Size:









Projecting Bits, make 2 (if desired):
With grey, CO 12 sts leaving a long tail. Dist sts to 3 dpns - 4 sts on each needle. Knit 7 rnds in stst. Join black and cut grey. Next rnd, [k2tog] around – 6 sts. Next rnd, [k2tog] around – 3 sts. Cut yarn and thread through rem sts using tapestry needle. Stuff with batting and use tapestry needle and CO tail to sew to hat along dashed lines from chart. Weave in ends.

Put on hat and make beeping noises.

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Saturday, September 23, 2006

Jayne Cobb Hat

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Materials:
Lily Sugar ‘n Cream (100% cotton, 2.5oz/70g, 120yds/109m) one ball each in Red, Hot Orange, and Sunshine
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
17sts by 23rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
Child (Adult Small, Adult Large) = 15 (17.5, 20)in [38 (44, 51)cm] circumference;
To Fit = 18 (21, 24)in [48 (54, 61)cm] circumference

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Pattern:
With orange yarn and circ, CO 60 (72, 84) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 4 (4, 5) rnds in k2,p2 ribbing. Knit 11 (13, 15) rnds in stst. Join yellow and cut orange. Knit 14 (17, 20) rnds in stst.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns with 20 (24, 28) sts on each of 3 needles.
Rnd 1: [k8 (10, 12), k2tog] around - 54 (66, 78) sts.
Rnd 2: [k7 (9, 11), k2tog] around - 48 (60, 72) sts.
Rnd 3: [k6 (8, 10), k2tog] around - 42 (54, 66) sts.
Cont to dec 6 sts each rnd until 36 sts rem for all sizes.
Next rnd, [k1, k2tog] around - 24 sts.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off.
Earflaps:
With red yarn and using one dpn, pick up 13 (15, 17) sts along ribbed edge wherever you like with RS facing, turn.
Row 1: sl1, p11 (13, 15), k1.
Row 2: sl1, k12 (14, 16).Rep last two rows 7 (8, 9) more times. BO all sts. Rep for second earflap on opposite side. Weave in ends. Make a pom-pom with all three colors and attach to top of hat.

Go be a big damn hero.

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Sunday, August 27, 2006

Lacy Cap

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Materials:
TLC Baby (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 490yds/448m) one skein in Pinkie
US6 (4mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US6 (4 mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
18sts = 4in (10cm) in k2tog,yo pattern on US6 (4mm)

Finished Size:
23in (58cm) in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 108 sts on circ and join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 6 rnds in k2,p2 ribbing.
Lace Pattern:
Rnd 1: *k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 2: knit around.
Rep these 2 rnds 17 more times.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 8 times*; rep between *s around - 102 sts rem.
Rnd 2 and all even rounds: knit around.
Rnd 3: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 7 times*; rep between *s around - 96 sts.
Rnd 5: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 7 times*; rep between *s around - 90 sts.
Rnd 7: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 6 times*; rep btween *s around - 84 sts.
Rnd 9: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 6 times*; rep between *s around - 78 sts.
Rnd 11: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 5 times*; rep between *s around - 72 sts.
Rnd 13: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 5 times*; rep between *s around - 66 sts.
Rnd 15: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 4 times*; rep btween *s around - 60 sts.
Rnd 17: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 4 times*; rep between *s around - 54 sts.
Rnd 19: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 3 times*; rep btween *s around - 48 sts.
Rnd 21: *k2tog, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 23: *k3tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 24 sts.
Rnd 25: *k2tog, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 18 sts.
Rnd 27: k2tog around - 9 sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Use tapestry needle to thread end through rem loops. Put tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Thursday, June 29, 2006

Basketweave Headband

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Materials:
Lily Sugar ‘n Cream (100% cotton, 2.5oz/70g, 120yds/109m) one ball in Sunshine
Two US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:

20sts by 29rows = 4in (10cm) in basket weave pattern on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
1.75in (4.5cm) wide by 12in (30cm) long, plus 12in (30cm) of cord on each end

Pattern:
Cord:
CO 3 sts on a dpn. Slide sts to opposite end of needle instead of turning and k3. Rep this rnd until you have 12in (30cm) of I-cord. The middle portion of the headband is worked back and forth (instead of sliding sts to other end).
Increases:
Row 1: sl1, m1, k1, m1, k1 – 5 sts.
Row 2: sl1, p3, k1.
Row 3: sl1, m1, k3, m1, k1 – 7 sts.
Row 4: sl1, p5, k1.
Row 5: sl1, m1, k5, m1, k1 – 9 sts.
Basket Weave Pattern:
Row 1: sl1, p2, k3, p2, k1.
Row 2: sl1, k2, p3, k3.
Row 3: sl1, p2, k3, p2, k1.
Rep these 3 rows 24 more times.
Decreases:
Row 1: ssk, k5, k2tog – 7 sts.
Row 2: sl1, p5, k1.
Row 3: ssk, k3, k2tog – 5 sts.
Row 4: sl1, p3, k1.
Row 5: ssk, k1, k2tog – 3 sts.
Cord:
Slide these 3 sts to other end of needle and k3. Rep this rnd until you have another 12in (30cm) of I-cord on this end. Cut yarn and use tapestry needle to thread tails into inside of I-cord.

Wrap headband around your head and tie it tight under your hair. Go show off your mad skills.

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Tuesday, June 27, 2006

Drawstring Pouches

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Materials:
Miscellaneous worsted yarn (great stash-busting project!)
Appropriately-sized double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle
About 2ft (61cm) of ribbon or scrap yarn

Gauge:
Anywhere from 16-24sts = 4in (10cm) in stst, depending on your yarn weight and needle size

Finished Size:
About 4in (10cm) wide by 6in (15cm) tall, depending on your yarn weight and needle size

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Pattern:
CO 40 sts, leaving a 16in (41cm) tail for sewing later, and dist to 3 dpns. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Knit every rnd for about 5in (13cm) of stst. If desired, you can add stripes, color blocks, fair isle or a textured design.
Eyelet Rnd: [k2, k2tog, yo, k1] 8 times.
Ribbing: [k1, p1] around. Rep this rnd 3 more times. BO in patt.
Finishing:
Use CO tail to sew bottom closed. Weave in ends. Weave ribbon in and out of eyelets and tie ends in a bow.

You can easily adjust this pattern to make the pouch larger or smaller, wider or skinnier, longer or shorter. Feel free to tweak it to accommodate what you want to put in it.

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Sunday, May 07, 2006

Stewie Griffin Doll

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Materials:
Small amounts of worsted yarn in red, yellow, off-white (flesh-tone), black, and white
US5 (3.75mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
22sts by 30rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US5 (3.75mm)

Finished Size:
About 6in (15cm) tall

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Pattern:
Body:
Using red yarn, CO 24. Dist to 3 dpns and join to work in the rnd. Knit 5 rnds.
Rnd 6: k3 with red, join yellow and k3 yellow, twist yarns to catch red strand, k3 yellow, twist yarns, k3 red, twist, k3 red, twist, k3 yellow, twist, k3 yellow, twist, k3 red, twist.
Rep Rnd 6 four more times. Make sure to keep your floats loose so fabric doesn't pucker.
Rnd 11: k3 red, twist, k21 yellow.
Cut red strand, leaving a tail long enough to weave in later.
Rnd 12: Knit all yellow.
Rnd 13: With yellow k4, k2tog, ssk, k8, k2tog, ssk, k4 - 20 sts.
Rnd 14: k3, k2tog, ssk, k6, k2tog, ssk, k3 - 16 sts.
Rnd 15: k2, k2tog, ssk, k4, k2tog, ssk, k2 - 12 sts.
Rnd 16: k1, k2tog, ssk, k2, k2tog, ssk, k1 - 8 sts.
Head:
Rnd 17: Join off-white and knit one rnd.
Rnd 18: k1, m1, (k2, m1) 3 times, k1 - 12 sts.
Rnd 19: (k2, m1) twice, k4, (m1, k2) twice - 16 sts.
Rnd 20: k3, m1, k2, m1, k6, m1, k2, m1, k3 - 20 sts.
Rnd 21: k4, m1, k2, m1, k8, m1, k2, m1, k4 - 24 sts.
Rnd 22: k5, m1, k2, m1, k10, m1, k2, m1, k5 - 28 sts.
Cont inc’ing in this manner, 2 sts on each side of head every rnd, until...
Rnd 30: k13, m1, k2, m1, k26, m1, k2, m1, k13 - 60 sts.
Rnds 31-34: Knit even.
Rnd 35: k13, k2tog, ssk, k26, k2tog, ssk, k13 - 56 sts.
Rnd 36: k12, k2tog, ssk, k24, k2tog, ssk, k12 - 52 sts.
Rnd 37: k11, k2tog, ssk, k22, k2tog, ssk, k11 - 48 sts.
Rnd 38: k10, k2tog, ssk, k20, k2tog, ssk, k10 - 44 sts.
Cont dec’ing in this manner, 2 sts on each side of head every rnd, until only 4 sts rem. Cut yarn, thread end through rem sts, pull tight, tie off, weave in ends. (I actually don't weave in any ends because they'll be on the inside anyway, but you can if you want.) Stuff head firmly. Using off-white yarn, cinch the points of the football to create ears. Using black yarn, embroider ears, hair, eyebrows, eyes, nose and mouth. For comparison, you can use the above photo of my finished product or another picture of Stewie with the facial expression of your choice. Lightly stuff body. Right Leg:
Using 3 dpns and red yarn, pick up 12 sts (4 sts on each needle) along lower edge of right side of body, starting from bottom center back (original slip knot) and ending at bottom center front. Join to work in the rnd.
Rnd 1-3: Knit.
Rnd 4: Join white and knit one rnd. Cut red, leaving a tail to weave in.
Rnd 5: With white k9, (m1, k1) 3 times - 15sts.
Rnds 6-8: Knit.
Rnd 9: k8, k2tog, k3, ssk - 13 sts.
Rnd 10: (k2tog) 5 times, k1, ssk - 7 sts.
Knit 2 more sts. Stuff body more firmly and stuff leg. Graft rem sts tog.
Left Leg:
Using 3 dpns and red yarn, pick up 12 sts (4 sts on each needle) along lower edge of left side of body, starting from bottom center front and ending at bottom center back. Join to work in the rnd.
Rnds 1-3: Knit.
Rnd 4: Join white and knit one rnd. Cut red, leaving a tail to weave in.
Rnd 5: (k1, m1) 3 times, k9 - 15 sts.
Rnds 6-8: Knit.
Rnd 9: k2tog, k3, ssk, k8 - 13 sts.
Rnd 10: k2tog, k1, (ssk) 5 times - 7 sts.
Knit 3 more sts. Stuff leg. Graft rem sts tog.
Right Arm:
Using 3 dpns and yellow yarn, pick up 10 sts (4 sts on first needle, 2 sts on second, 4 sts on third) in a circle on right shoulder, starting at the armpit and working clockwise. Join to work in the rnd. Knit 5 rnds in yellow. Join off-white and cut yellow, leaving a tail to weave in. Knit 2 rnds in off-white.
Rnd 8: k4, (m1, k1) twice, m1, k4 - 13 sts.
Rnds 9-10: Knit.
Rnd 11: k4, ssk, k1, k2tog, k4 - 11 sts. These incs and decs should make a bump for the thumb.
Rnd 12: Knit.
Stuff arm. Graft rem sts tog.
Left Arm:
Using 3 dpns and yellow yarn, pick up 10 sts (4 sts on first needle, 2 sts on second, 4 sts on third) in a circle on left shoulder, starting at the armpit and working clockwise. Work exactly the same as the Right Arm. Stuff arm. Graft remaining sts tog.
Finishing:
Using black yarn, embroider fingers. Using red yarn, duplicate stitch suspenders.

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