~~ This is the third pattern in my series of designs based on a children’s book or nursery rhyme.

H. Dumpty, age 68, passed away suddenly at the foot of the old brick wall in Surrey county yesterday afternoon. Knit in the round, he was a proud 10 inches tall (not counting legs), and sported a healthy 18 inch girth.

You know that spring isn’t far away when you see the robins return. This pattern is a very quick and simple knit, worked in the round and in one piece. Wings are knit separately and seamed to body afterward. Size of finished robin is about 8 inches long, and 2 1/2 inches wide.

This is the second in my series of house cats!

Betsy’s Goose is a realistic looking Canada Goose, with instructions also provided for a slightly rounder white goose. Made in one piece and knit in the round. Finished size is about 15 inches from tip of tail to bill, and 5 inches wide.

Basket Bunnies are knit in one piece from the bottom up to the tip of the ears. Arms, feet, and tail are knitted separately and seamed on. A little basket knit in simple basket-weave stitch with i-cord straps wraps around each of the bunny’s arms. Finished bunny is about 11 inches tall.

This pattern is lovingly dedicated to Margaret Wise Brown, one of the greatest children’s book authors that ever lived, and her book The Big Red Barn.

Skunk Baby is a simple pattern that is easy enough for a beginner, and knits up very quickly. The body is knitted in the round with black yarn, and the white stripes are knitted flat and seamed on afterward. The tail is made from pieces of the same yarn and one pipe stem cleaner. Finished Skunk Baby is about 6 inches long, not including the tail.

Liam’s Beaver is a loveable, huggable toy knit in the round. Although the body is knit in stockinette, the pattern uses linen stitch to create a dense, sturdy tail. Eyes, nose, and teeth can be embroidered on, or made with buttons, fabric, felt, etc. Finished size is 16 inches long from nose to tip of tail, and 6 inches tall from top of head to ...

Henry’s Blanket is a simple pattern comprised of three easy stitches (seed, basket weave, and stockinette) along with an optional Fair Isle leaf pattern and an appliqued rabbit. Pattern includes a blanket diagram, a chart for the Fair Isle section, and a template for the rabbit. Gauge, while not critical for a blanket, is 17 stitches for every 4...

This squirrel is knit in the round, with short rows shaping the curved back and head. His bushy tail is easy to make using the same yarn as for the body. Finished size is about 7 inches tall, and 3 inches wide.

From their bumpy backs to their knobby toes, Tweed Toads look real and knit up quickly with worsted weight yarn. The head and body are one piece which is knit in the round, and the legs are also knit in the round and then seamed to the body. This pattern is much easier than it looks!

Stormy Dawn is the fastest hobby horse in town. A simple pattern which is knit in the round, it is very similar to a sock. The ears are also knit in the round which enables them to stand straight up, and the only seaming is stitching them to the head. The bridle, eyes, mane, and blaze can be customized using any materials you like.

This is the first in my series of house cats!

Henry’s Rabbit is a simple pattern that knits up fast and is a joy to make and give. All pieces are knitted in the round, so there is very little seaming. Finishing touches (eyes, nose and whiskers) can be embroidered on, or embellished with buttons, pieces of felt, etc.

Your toddler will love to wear these mittens that are quick and simple to make. After knitting the mitten, a rectangle is knitted in stockinette stitch and then felted (washed in hot water), cut into cute shapes, and sewn on mitten.

Candy Cane Cozy is a quick knit and a great last minute gift idea that you can make with scrap yarn. Knit in the round with two-color brioche stitch, the pattern as written will stretch to fit almost any size non-handled coffee cup. Pictured here with 12-ounce ceramic cups from Starbucks.

Gentleman’s Scarf is a lightweight, slightly dressy accessory piece worked lengthwise in simple linen stitch. The subtle background color conveys a humble, yet self-assured wearer, while contrasting stripes hint at a cheerful demeanor and good taste.

Vintage Rabbit has a classic look reminiscent of the velveteen rabbit. He stands 15” tall – the perfect size for a child’s best friend, or your own knitting companion! Pieces are knitted separately, then seamed together.

Because toys don’t have to be electronic to be fun…

Henry’s Sweater is an easy, seamless, top-down cardigan that can be made in one weekend. Size 5 needles are used with worsted weight yarn to help maintain the sweater shape. The double-breasted front and shawl collar will keep your baby comfy and warm!