Hot cross buns by Tanya Oakley

Hot cross buns

Knitting
January 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
7 stitches and 9 rows = 1 inch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
30 - 40 yards (27 - 37 m)
English
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I’m not a massive chocolate fan but buns & cakes I love, especially those with fruit. After all isn’t it one of my five a day?

5 page written pattern with photo’s for your reference.

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There are 2 sizes. The buns measures
Size1 4”x2.5” & Size 2 3.5”x2”

Materials needed:
Needles UK No 10 (3.25mm) US 3
Tapestry/Darning needle for sewing up
Toy stuffing
Stitch markers

Suggested colours – DK/8ply for each bun
10g lighter shade
5g darker shade
5g cream for the cross
2g chocolate brown for the fruit
2g Pink for cheeks
12mm & 10mm safety eyes (optional)