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KBP-611 - Short and Sweet Highland Cow Knitting Pattern KBP-478 - Short and Sweet Turtle KBP-442 - Short and Sweet Acorn Boy KBP-426 - Short and Sweet Raccoon

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Short and Sweet Collection 6 Knitting Pattern Book – 4 Easy-to-Follow Toy Designs

Name: Short and Sweet Collection 6 Knitting Pattern Book – 4 Easy-to-Follow Toy Designs
Brand: Knitting by Post
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Price: 14.49 EUR
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At a Glance:-

Published: 1 January 2026

Important Delivery Note: To keep patterns affordable, this book is custom-printed just for you. Please allow 10 to 14 days for printing and delivery

This Knitting Pattern

UK Large Print or Regular Print Paperback

Read your pattern easily while you knit. This book features four little toy patterns and is available in both a Standard Paperback and a Large Print edition. The large print version is designed for high visibility, allowing you to see every instruction clearly while you work without eye strain or the need for a magnifying glass, while the standard edition is perfectly sized for your project bag.

Inside the Short and Sweet Collection 6 Collection

4 Unique Short and Sweet Patterns:

KBP-611 – Short and Sweet Highland Cow Knitting Pattern
KBP-478 – Short and Sweet Turtle
KBP-442 – Short and Sweet Acorn Boy
KBP-426 – Short and Sweet Raccoon

Key Features:

Format Options: Choose the compact Standard Paperback, or the Large Print edition where dark, high-visibility text stays clear even from a distance.
Simple Steps: Easy row-by-row instructions with no confusing codes or jargon.
Beginner Friendly: If you can cast on, knit, purl, k2tog and increase, you can make these toys.
Standard Supplies: Uses common DK or light worsted yarn and straight needles.

Global Sizing & Materials

Yarn: DK (also known as Light Worsted or 8-Ply).
Needles: 3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles. This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3.

Premium Paperback Quality

This is a professional physical book designed for you to use again and again:

Glossy Cover: Durable, wipe-clean cover protects against spills and wear.
Two Sizing Options: Available in a Standard Paperback size for easy portability, or a Large Format (8.5 x 11 inch) so the book stays open easily.
High-Contrast Paper: Printed on premium white paper for maximum readability.
Binding: Quality bound paperback keeps your patterns secure.

About Knitting by Post

Designing toys professionally since 2012, Knitting by Post is a specialist designer of toy knitting patterns based in the UK. We are known worldwide for our easy-to-use designs. Our patterns are:

Easy to Knit: We specialize in cute, soft characters that are simple to assemble.
Written in Plain English: We avoid the complex shorthand found in traditional magazines.
Expertly Tested: Every design is tested to ensure a great result every time.

More Information

Weight	N/A
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.
Knitting Skills	Cast on Knit – k Purl – p Increase the number of stitches by knitting into the front and back of the same stitch – inc Decrease the number of stitches by knitting 2 stitches together – k2tog Cast off Sewing Pieces Together Inserting Toy Stuffing
Needle Size	3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles. This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3
Language	English

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FAQ & Other Languages

Knitting Pattern FAQs

How do I receive a PDF knitting pattern?

As soon as your payment is complete, you will receive an email with a secure download link.

You can re-download your knitting pattern anytime from your account.

What yarn should I use for Knitting by Post patterns?

All patterns are written for Double Knitting (DK) yarn, but any consistent yarn type will work.

We recommend acrylic yarn for durability and bright colours.

Can I use my own knitting supplies?

Yes – you only need yarn, needles, and stuffing.

We sell patterns only, so you can choose any brand of needles or haberdashery.

Can I sell items made from these patterns?

Yes – you may sell your hand finished toys at craft fairs or online. We withold the right to prevent any manufacturing processes to be used for mass production. If you aren't sure, please drop us a line here.

Where can I get help with knitting techniques?

We provide free guides on how to sew toy heads and eyes, add a nose, and read knitting patterns.

Extra support is available on our website blog.

International Languages

Download this language guide as a PDF here International Knitting Key.

🇬🇧 All our patterns are written in English. Use this key to translate our abbreviations and materials.

🇩🇪 Unsere Anleitungen sind auf Englisch verfasst. Bitte nutzen Sie diese Tabelle, um Abkürzungen und Materialien zu übersetzen.

🇫🇷 Nos patrons sont rédigés en anglais. Utilisez ce guide pour traduire les abréviations et le matériel.

🇪🇸 Nuestros patrones están en inglés. Utilice esta tabla para traducir las abreviaturas y los materiales.

English	🇩🇪 DE (German)	🇫🇷 FR (French)	🇪🇸 ES (Spanish)
1. Terminology
Cast on	Anschlagen	Monter	Montar
sts (stitches)	M (Maschen)	m (mailles)	p (puntos)
k (Knit)	re M	end.	der.
p (Purl)	li M	env.	rev.
inc (Increase – knit into front & back)	1 M zun (aus 1 M 2 str.)	augm (tricoter 2 fois la m.)	aum (tejer 2 veces el p.)
increase into every stitch	In jede Masche 1 M zunehmen (verdoppeln)	Faire une augmentation dans chaque maille	Hacer un aumento en cada punto
k2tog (Decrease)	2 M re zus	2 m ens end.	2 p jun der.
Purl 1 row	1 Reihe links stricken	Tricoter 1 rang à l'envers	Tejer 1 vuelta del revés
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end	Nächste: (1 re, 2 re zus) bis zum Ende wiederholen	Suivant : répéter (1 end, 2 ens end) jusqu'à la fin	Siguiente: repetir (1 der, 2 jun der) hasta el final
Starting with a purl row, st-st xx rows	Mit einer Rückreihe (links) beginnen, xx Reihen glatt rechts stricken	En commençant par un rang envers, tricoter xx rangs en jersey	Empezando con una vuelta del revés, tejer xx vueltas a punto jersey
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight	Faden durch die restlichen Maschen ziehen und festziehen	Passer le fil à travers les mailles restantes et serrer	Pasar el hilo por los puntos restantes y tirar fuerte para cerrar
Cast off	Abketten	Rabattre	Cerrar
2. Yarn (Garn / Laine / Lana)
Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8ply or No.3. It should be about 300 metres per 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8-fädig oder Nr. 3. Lauflänge ca. 300 Meter pro 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8ply ou N°3. Environ 300 mètres pour 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8 cabos o N.º 3. Debería tener unos 300 metros por cada 100g
Chunky Chunky is also known as Bulky, 16ply or No.5 yarn. It should be about 150 metres per 100g	Chunky Chunky ist auch bekannt als Bulky, 16-fädig oder Nr. 5 Garn. Lauflänge ca. 150 Meter pro 100g	Chunky Chunky est aussi appelé Bulky, 16ply ou fil N°5. Environ 150 mètres pour 100g	Chunky Chunky también se conoce como Bulky, 16 cabos o hilo N.º 5. Debería tener unos 150 metros por cada 100g
3. Stuffing (Füllung / Rembourrage / Relleno)
Toy Stuffing Toy Stuffing for inside. Also known as Fiberfill or Wool Stuffing	Füllwatte Füllwatte für das Innere. Auch bekannt als Bastelwatte oder Wollfüllung	Rembourrage Rembourrage pour l'intérieur. Aussi appelé Ouate de rembourrage ou Fibre	Relleno Relleno para juguetes (interior). También conocido como guata, fibra o relleno de lana
4. Needles (Nadeln / Aiguilles / Agujas)
3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3	3mm Stricknadeln (Gerade) Das ist das Gleiche wie UK-Größe 11 oder US-Größe 3	Aiguilles à tricoter droites 3mm Cela équivaut à une taille UK 11 ou US 3	Agujas rectas de 3mm Esto es lo mismo que una talla UK 11 o una talla US 3
4.5mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles This is the same as a UK size 7 or a US size 7	4.5mm Stricknadeln (Gerade) Das ist das Gleiche wie UK-Größe 7 oder US-Größe 7	Aiguilles à tricoter droites 4.5mm Cela équivaut à une taille UK 7 ou US 7	Agujas rectas de 4.5mm Esto es lo mismo que una talla UK 7 o una talla US 7