The main body and head is knitted in one piece with fold lines and the side seams are sewn to create the pouch, the main body is worked in striped stocking stitch with the face worked in Moss stitch. The eyes, beak and wings are all knitted separately and attached. The eyes and wings are done in stocking stitch and the beak in garter stitch. Tassels are added to finish.

This pattern features in Issue 85 of Knit Now, which is on sale from 22nd February in supermarkets, newsagents and craft stores across the UK. Find your nearest UK stockist here. Copies can also be ordered from MoreMags or if you prefer, digital editions are available via PocketMags.