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Short and Sweet Bananas Knitting Pattern
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Skill Level - EasyTime Estimate - A Weekend Project(Explain Skill & Time)
It is all a bit cheeky here. In banana yellow trousers, here is a Short and Sweet Monkey pattern.
Completed Dimensions
Approximately 17cm tall
Suggested Yarn
Double knitting. 25g brown, 10-15g yellow, cream. Length of black for the eyes. Toy stuffing
A monkey called Bananas is a character named after the fruit monkeys are famously fond of. This name adds a playful and relatable aspect to the monkey, making it more appealing.
Children are drawn to a monkey like Bananas because it’s fun, energetic, and curious, much like they are. Monkeys are known for their playful nature and clever antics, qualities that captivate children’s imagination.
Bananas is special because it represents joy, adventure, and the natural world, jungle and living in the outdoors and up a tree. This character can remind us of the importance of play and exploration in learning and growing.
We love characters like Bananas because they embody freedom and the spirit of exploration. They encourage us to be curious about the world around us and to find joy in simple pleasures.
Knitting a monkey like Bananas offers a personal touch to this beloved character. It allows you to create a unique, handcrafted toy that can be a comforting friend for a child or a cherished keepsake, reflecting the time and care put into making it.
| 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 Leaflet. Your pattern is compact enough to fit on a chair arm or into a knitting bag |
| Tension | 26 sts x 33 rows = 10cm x 10cm in stocking stitch with double knitting yarn |
| Character | Animals |
| Knitting Style | All pieces are knitted flat on 2 needles. They will have a seam when completed. |
| Colour | Brown |
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Sharon (verified owner) –
Easy to knit, doesn’t take long. I have around 64 patterns now, never had a problem knitting them