Margaret the Hen – knitting pattern

Margaret is a small, slightly awkward hen you can make from whatever yarn you already have at home. :)

She is worked in the round, with simple shaping and a short row section. The construction is straightforward, but leaves a bit of space for your own choices along the way.

This pattern is meant to be a base rather than a fixed result.
You can adjust small details, change proportions, skip elements or add your own - each Margaret will turn out a little different.

No two are exactly the same, and that’s part of it.

Details:
• worked in the round (DPNs or magic loop)
• simple increases and short rows (W+T)
• photos included for key steps
• suitable for confident beginners and beyond

Materials:
Use any yarn you like - this is a great stash-friendly project.

Sample yarns used:
• DROPS Nepal held together with DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk
• or DROPS Alpaca held together with DROPS Melody

You will also need:
• small amount of yarn for details (eyes, beak, wing)
• stuffing
• needles suitable for your yarn
• tapestry needle

This is a paid pattern.

Thank you for supporting my work - it allows me to keep creating small, quiet projects like this.

If you make your own Margaret, I’d love to see her, please tag me on instagram! :) @hekla.cwist