Here is our take on a Land Girl soft toy knitting pattern. She was seen in the fields of Britain during World War 2 making sure we were fed. Created to commemorate 75 years since VE Day in 1945.
Completed Dimensions : Approximately 35cm tall
Suggested Yarn : Double knitting. 25g cream/flesh, brown, blue, green, red. Oddment of dark green and orange. Length of black for the eyes. Toy stuffing
Hayley the Land Girl WW2 Knitting Pattern is a design for creating a knitted toy that represents a woman who worked on farms during the Second World War. These women, known as Land Girls, played a crucial role in boosting agricultural production while many men were away fighting. The pattern allows you to knit a figure dressed in the typical uniform of the Women’s Land Army, including overalls and a headscarf.
These knitting patterns appeal to children because they bring history to life through play. By holding and interacting with a knitted Land Girl, children can imagine and learn about an important period in history in a tactile and engaging way. It’s a special kind of toy that combines fun with a history lesson.
Hayley the Land Girl represents strength, courage, and the significant contribution of women during war times. It’s a tribute to the resilience and hard work of the Land Girls. We love them because they embody a powerful story of determination and are a reminder of the role women played in history.
You might want to knit one because it’s a meaningful project. It connects you to history through crafting and offers a way to share that history with others, especially children. Knitting Hayley the Land Girl can also be a heartfelt gesture of remembrance and respect for those who contributed to the war effort on the home front.
On 8th May 2020, it will be 75 years exactly since Victory in Europe was declared. It was a time of celebration but also a time to reflect on the sacrifice and courage that millions of people had shown during World War 2. As the anniversary approaches, we reflect again on the great sacrifice everyone made during our darkest days. On the 8th May 1945, millions of people took to the streets to show their relief at the end of many years of war.
This is an opportunity for knitters to come together and mark the 75th anniversary with this series of knitted toys that can be displayed and gifted during the commemorations.
Here is Tommy our WW1 soldier. He is standing proud with his medal and tin hat. A knitted remembrance doll.
Here is a Nurse soft toy knitting pattern. She was seen on duty in hospitals all over the world during World War 2. Created with love to commemorate 75 years since VE Day in 1945.
Here is an Air Raid Warden soft toy knitting pattern. He was seen on duty on the streets of our cities to keep us safe during World War 2. Created to commemorate 75 years since VE Day in 1945.
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Susan Miller –
Hayley is gorgeous when knitted up and so easy .