Leopold the Lion by Angela Winger

Leopold the Lion

Crochet
July 2004
Aran (8 wpi) ?
4 stitches and 4 rows = 1 inch
in single crochet (US) with hook G/6 (4mm)
3.5 mm (E)
4.0 mm (G)
1094 yards (1000 m)
Approximately 14" / 35.5cm tall, sitting
English
Errata available: anniescatalog.com

Was also available at Free-Crochet, but no longer.

From the description: The lion may be known as the regal king of beasts, but Leo is just too cute and cuddly to be the majestic-looking monarch! He’s stitched in cozy worsted weight yarn, which is then fringed throughout to create his soft “fur” and mane.

Skill level: Beginner

Materials:

  • 14oz gold #321;
  • 5oz coffee #365;
  • 1.5oz soft white #316;
  • Small amount black #312.
  • 2 (15 mm) animal eyes;
  • 7oz fiberfill;
  • Stitch marker;
  • Tapestry needle.