If you feel that keeping a marimo moss ball alive is slightly out of range of your skill set (you have to change the water every two weeks!) then this cute mummy and baby amigurumi marimo set is just for you!

Pop them on your desk, a windowsill or even your mantlepiece to brighten up your day!

The ButterflyLove Amigurumi Marimo Moss Ball pdf knitting pattern gives you clear step by step instructions to make your own little botantical family.

This pattern only involves knitting flat and is suitable for a beginner/intermediate knitter. You can also contact me at any point if you need technical advice or have any other queries.

What you will need:

2 knitting needles (US2/2.75mm or as per tension advice)
5-15g fuzzy or silky green yarn (e.g. Bergere de France Orilis ‘Pistache’)
2 x 6mm plastic toy safety eyes per baby moss ball
2 x 9mm or 6mm plastic toy safety eyes per mummy moss ball
Polyfil toy stuffing
1 tapestry needle for finishing

Skills used: Casting on and off, Increasing, Decreasing

Stitches used: Stocking Stitch

Why not checkout the ButterflyLove knitting pattern collection at:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ButterflyLove1?section_id=6641225

This pattern is sold on the condition that it will be used for personal use only, e.g. making gifts for family and friends, not for commercial purposes.

All knitting patterns in Dawn Finney’s Ravelry shop have been designed and written by Dawn Finney and are protected by law.