Mix & Match Critters

Introducing....

The Mix & Match Critters!

Now Available on Ravelry, Craftsy & Etsy!

Special Features:

• Minimal Assembly: attach as you go arms & legs!
• Interchangeable parts: make any of the 6 animals with the same basic head/body, just change the features!
• Use your favorite yarn: it's been tested in various worsted weight yarns so you can switch it up without worry! (see below for description of pictured yarn!)
• Easy to follow pattern with step-by-step instructions for all the finishing touches
• Pocket size: Finished critters are about 4 inches tall, that means minimal time & materials!

Included in Pattern:

• Round Head - for Dog, Koala, Monkey & Mouse
• Pointy Head - for Fox & Cat
• Body (same for all)
• Dog, Koala, Monkey & Mouse Ears
• Arms & Legs
• Fox Tail
• Pointy Snout (for Dog, Fox & Mouse)
• Flat Snout (for Cat & Monkey)
• Instructions for adding eyes/noses, defining cat/fox ears, & making a braided tail

Materials needed:

• 3.5mm hook 
• Your favorite soft, worsted weight yarn (see below)
• Stuffing
• Embroidery thread (optional)
• Finishing needle, embroidery needle
• Safety Eyes/Noses (optional, see below)

The Critters shown were made with Loops & Threads Colorwheel in the following colors:

• Grey Heather (koala)
• Toast (cat, accents on monkey)
• Orange (fox)
• Gold (dog)
• Dark Taupe (monkey, accents on cat)
• Pale Taupe (mouse, accents on koala)
• Charcoal (accents on fox)

Each Critter requires approximately 32 yards of yarn depending on parts used.

Safety Eyes & Noses:

All of the Critters have 4.5mm eyes. The noses pictured are as follows:

• Cat: 6mm triangle
• Dog: 9mm triangle
• Fox: 6mm triangle
• Koala: 10mm oval
• Monkey: embroidered
• Mouse: 6mm circle (actually an eye!)

Please note: Safety eyes/noses are recommended for ages 3 & up. If you are making a toy for a younger child consider embroidering facial features instead!