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KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Knitting Pattern
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KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Knitting Pattern
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KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Single Scene
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Sunshine the Koala Knitting Pattern

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At a Glance

  • Materials: Double knitting. 25g grey, yellow. Oddment of white and black. Toy stuffing
  • Finished Size: Approximately 22cm tall
  • Skill Level: Easy
  • Time Estimate: A Weekend Project (Explain Skill & Time)
  • Published: 20 February 2026
  • Pattern Number: KBP-628

This is not just a koala knitting pattern, it’s a ‘koala-bration’ of cuteness!


KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Flat Lay (2)

This is a charming knitting pattern for a delightful knitted koala toy. Create your own cuddly companion with this easy-to-follow toy knitting pattern, perfect for gifting or decorating a nursery. This knitted doll pattern features a sweet koala in soft grey and pale yellow.

KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Lifestyle (2)

Includes:
Knitting pattern for the koala toy shown
Instructions to make each piece of the koala toy
Assembly instructions to put the koala toy together

KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Scene (2)

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KBP-628 Sunshine the Koala Tablet (2)

Needle Size

3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles. This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3
Language

English
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
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

Instant Digital PDF Download. You can read from and carry your knitting pattern on your mobile device or print it at home yourself.
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

Grey
Yellow

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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.
 

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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