Make a Splash! by Ruth Maddock

Make a Splash!

Knitting
June 2013
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
11 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in garter stitch
US 8 - 5.0 mm
210 - 262 yards (192 - 240 m)
see notes below
English
This pattern is available for £3.95 GBP
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These fish cushions are knitted flat, using only simple stitches. They’re perfect for beginners, or for knitters of all levels who are looking for a quick and enjoyable project.

SIZES
The plain fish measures approx 48 cm from tail to nose and 29 cm high
The Striped Fish measures approx 46 cm from tail to nose and 37 cm high

MATERIALS
Rico Designs Essentials Big. 48 m per 50g ball. 50% Virgin Wool 50% Acrylic

For the Plain Fish
A—3 balls shade 034 Turquoise
B—1 ball shade 018 Mint

For the Striped Fish
C—3 balls shade 027 Neon Green
D 2 balls shade 035 Azure

For Both
1 pr 5 mm needles
2 small buttons (for each fish)
1/4 metre thick wadding. (will be enough for both cushions)
Tapestry needle
Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are approximate.

To Substitute: Use correct length of any chunky yarn with a tension/gauge of 11 sts and 16 rows to 10cm/4in square over st st using 5 mm needles.

The pattern is now available in my Ravelry Pattern store and in the magazine.
This issue is available digitally here.