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Nutcracker Knitting Pattern
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Skill Level - EasyTime Estimate - About a Week(Explain Skill & Time)
Attention all Christmas knitters! Here is a Nutcracker Soldier knitting pattern A5 Booklet.
Completed Dimensions
Nutcracker is approx. 38cm tall
Suggested Yarn
Double Knitting. 25g red, 25g black, 25g white, 25g cream/flesh, oddment of yellow and brown. Toy stuffing.
A Christmas Nutcracker toy is a decorative item that looks like a soldier, knight, or other character. Originally, they were made to crack nuts between their jaws. Now, they are mostly used for decoration during the Christmas season.
Children find Nutcracker toys appealing because of their bright colours and intricate designs. They often come dressed in uniforms, which can be fascinating to children who enjoy stories of adventure and heroism.
Nutcrackers are special because they are linked to Christmas traditions and the Nutcracker ballet. Watching the ballet or hearing the story makes the Nutcracker more meaningful and brings it to life in a child’s imagination.
They represent themes of magic, adventure, and the battle between good and evil. Nutcrackers are seen as protectors of the home, guarding families against bad luck and evil spirits.
We love them so much because they remind us of the warmth and magic of the Christmas season. They bring a sense of nostalgia and joy, connecting us to childhood memories and traditions.
Knitting a Nutcracker allows you to create a personal and unique version of this beloved figure. It can be a joyful project that adds a handmade touch to your Christmas decorations or becomes a special gift for someone. Knitting one lets you engage in a creative process, making a toy that carries personal significance and warmth.
| Needle Size | 3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles. This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3 |
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| Language | English |
| Knitting Skills | Cast on |
| Yarn Weight | This pattern uses any brand of Double Knitting yarn. Double Knitting is also known as Light Worsted, 8ply or No.3. It should be about 300 metres per 100g |
| Materials | Toy Stuffing for inside. Also known as Fiberfill or Wool Stuffing |
| Equipment | Yarn Sewing Needle |
| Craft | Knitting – With 2 Single Pointed Needles |
| Designed by | Knitting by Post Toy Knitting Pattern Designers. You Can be Confident as This Pattern Has Been Lovingly Crafted by Specialists. |
| Media | A5 Professionally Printed Booklet |
| Tension | 26 sts x 33 rows = 10cm x 10cm in stocking stitch with double knitting yarn |
| Character | Christmas |
| Knitting Style | All pieces are knitted flat on 2 needles. They will have a seam when completed. |
| Colour | Black |
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