Knit a soft, cheerful acorn toy that is perfect for baby gifts, nursery decor, or a comforting handmade keepsake. This beginner-friendly knitting pattern is worked in the round in two parts which are then joined, and creates a cuddly acorn softie with a smooth finish. This cute little acorn pillow will become a favourite companion.

Reasons you will love this pattern:

• confident or adventurous beginner-friendly construction
• knit in the round for a neat finish
• soft and cuddly - perfect for babies and children
• quick project - ideal from last-minute gifts and the satisfaction of having completed something!
• customisable with different yarns and colours - just pick yarns that achieve the correct tension.

What you will make:
A soft acorn toy with gentle and a friendly, modern style - ideal for nurseries, baby showers or toy collections. Could also be a lovely gift for grown ups that need cheering up!

Pattern details:
Skill level: confident beginner
Construction: in the round
Format: digital PDF
Language: English
Includes: step-by-step instructions

Materials and tools needed:
You will need 3.75mm (US 5) double-pointed needles and cable needle (or appropriate needles to meet the gauge) Gauge: 21 sts and 28 rows = 10cm

Yarn A: Drops Alpaca Bouclé 8905 (Chocolate) and Drops Melody in colour 31 (Chestnut) - Held together throughout (1x 50g ball of each)
Yarn B: Drops Melody in colour 33 (Almond) and Drops Flora in colour 08 (Brown) - Held together throughout (1x 50g ball of each)

(alternative yarn to Drops Melody range is Svarta Fåret Brushed Alpaca)

You will also need wool stuffing and an embroidery needle
Skills used: knitting in the round , sewing (basic)

Total size of acorn is approximately 28cm in height.