This knitted Applique Lion Cushion is the first of six of my ‘Wild Animal Series’. There will be five more animal cushions available soon. I also have this pattern available in a crochet version. All the pieces in both versions are approximately the same size so they are interchangeable, meaning you can mix-and-match the pieces.
I have provided ‘completed tick-boxes’ alongside every Row/Round for those who like to print out your patterns and tick off each Row/Round as you go along.
Basic knitting stitches are used but you should be familiar with simple stitching for assembling the pieces.
I have provided dozens of easy to follow, step-by-step instructions, photos and tutorials throughout this pattern.
The gauge I have provided is only for the Cushion as it isn’t crucial for the Lion.
MATERIALS USED: Yarn needle, polyester fill, 2 small pieces of thick cardboard, crochet hook for attaching mane
Optional materials: Blocking mat, pins, fabric glue, small piece of non-stretch fabric, doll needle.
Colours and quantities of yarn I used:
CUSHION yarn: Scheepies Chunky Monkey 12ply anti-pilling acrylic: 190g (powder blue, 160g (fern)
LION yarn: 8ply (DK) Merino 100% merino super wash: 70g Yellow, 50g Beige, 40g Dark Brown, 35g Caramel, and under 8g for white, pink, black green and mid-brown.
CUSHION DIMENSIONS: Approx 34x34cm (13.5”x13.5”)
LION DIMENSIONS: Approx 30x30cm (12”x12”)