These are the British cousins of the New Zealand Wanna-Bee, which is my tribute to the New Zealand icon Buzzy Bee.

Each bee measures 8 inches long and stands approx 5.5 inches high.

Gauge not essential for this project.
Quantities stated are for each bee, as below:

Jack (Union Jack) Britain
30m 8ply in red
40m 8ply in navy
50m 8ply in ecru or white
2 small/medium silver buttons

Andrew (Scotland)
60m 8ply in blue
60m 8ply in white
2 small/medium white buttons

George (England)
40m 8ply in red
80m 8ply in white
2 small/medium white buttons

Patrick (Northern Ireland)
115m 8ply in white
5m 8ply in red
2 small/medium red buttons

Plus (for all)
3.25mm double pointed needles
Washable toy stuffing
2 tiny black buttons for eyes (approx 5mm diameter)
Contrast sewing thread for eyes