Abbi the Bumblebee by Anne de Silva

Abbi the Bumblebee

Knitting
July 2025
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 25 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
10 - 20 yards (9 - 18 m)
Small, med and large
English
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Meet Abbi the Bumblebee! Inspired by crotcheted amigurumi, I wanted to create a stuffed toy that combines soft texture and simplistic techniques for beginners. Pattern includes written instructions.

Dimensions:
Small: 5cm/ 2.5 inches
Med: 10cm/ 4 inches
Large: 18cm/ 7 inches

Materials
YARN AND KNITTING NEEDLES
Small: DK weight yarn in 3 colors
2.75mm/ US 2 needles (DPN or circular)
Rec: Paintbox DK
Medium: bulky weight yarn in 3 colors
3.0mm/ US 6 needles (DPN or circular)
Rec: Lion Brand Feels like Bliss
Large: Super bulky yarn in 3 colors
5.0mm/ US 8 needles (DPN or circular)
Rec: Bernat Blanket

OTHER
Polyfil
Safety Eyes (14mm)

Gauges
Small: 24 sts x 37 rows in 10cm square
Med: 15 sts x 25 rows in 10cm square
Large: 9 sts x 16 rows in 10cm square

Techniques Used
Knit stitch
increasing, decreasing
Knit in the round
Simple colorwork changes

Skill Level
Confident beginner