Use a honeycomb stitch to create the clever effect on this turtle’s shell. This is a super project for learning or practising some knitting stitches, and creates a super soft toy too!

This knitting pattern uses acrylic DK yarns and single pointed needles (work flat, not in the round).
Designed by Amanda Berry @fluffandfuzz

NEEDLES:
A pair of 4mm single pointed knitting needles (US 6).

RECOMMENDED YARN:
King Cole Dollymix DK; double knitting/light worsted weight; 100% acrylic; One 25g/73m skein in each colour.

NOTIONS:
Tapestry needle, toy filling, and domed black buttons for eyes.

SIZES:
One size only - Turtle’s largest measurements lying flat are 26cm wide x 24cm long.

TECHNIQUES:
For confident beginners and above, other techniques used include casting on and off, knits, purls, increases and decreases, and seaming to finish.

PATTERN INFO:
This knitting pattern is a pdf download, 5 pages, and written in English. Patterns for personal use only; not for resale. Copyright © 2026 Amanda Berry; All rights reserved.