The Little Kiwi was created when a friend was travelling to the United States and wanted a kiwi to take with her, as they are the national bird of New Zealand. After being unable to find a pattern that I liked the look of I decided to make my own and created Little Kiwi.

My friend was very happy with the result and her Little Kiwi went to America with her, where was adopted by a new wee friend. I hope Little Kiwi accompanies his wee friend on many more adventures.

YARN & YARDAGE
For the body: Worsted weight yarn (9wpi) 55m/60 yards.
For the beak and feet: Worsted weight yarn (9wpi) 9m/10 yards.
Scraps of black yarn for the eyes.

NEEDLES
5mm/US 8 double pointed needles

NOTIONS
One stitch marker
Stitch holder (or safety pin)
Yarn needle
Toy stuffing

STITCHES USED
k = knit
p = purl
ssk = slip, slip, knit
k2tog = knit two stitches together
k3tog = knit three stitches together
pm = place marker
m = marker
kfb = knit front and back
st = stitches
CO = Cast On
BO = Bind Off

A big thank you to the test knitters who made this pattern!