Marcel the Monkey was inspired by the playful nature of monkeys and their love of hanging around. I imagined a cheeky little monkey dangling by both arms from a stick – perfect for anyone who loves quirky characters and a touch of jungle fun.

Designed by: Heather C Gibbs

Find the patterns inside issue 62 of Your Knitting and Crochet - on sale from 22 May 2026.

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