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Etsy Feature – Tearoom Girl Elephant Knit Pattern

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Introducing the Ela Elephant pattern, available for instant download upon purchase. This pattern offers two knitting methods to suit your preference.

For the traditional approach, the body of the elephant is worked “back and forth” on two single-pointed knitting needles, creating a lovely texture. The pieces are then seamed together for a polished finish. If you prefer a seamless design, the dress is worked “top down” and “back and forth” without the need for sewing.

The finished Ela Elephant stands at approximately 29cm/11.4″ in height, making her a charming addition to any shelf or mini stool. Her poseable nature allows for easy positioning and display.

To create the body, Worsted/Aran/10 ply weight yarn is recommended, while the dress is best crafted with 4ply/Fingering weight yarn. Basic knitting stitches are used throughout the pattern, making it suitable for knitters of all skill levels.

One unique feature of Ela is her effortless eye design. No need to knit or embroider the eyes separately; the pattern provides a clever method to incorporate them seamlessly.

Additionally, the dress is removable, allowing for versatility in styling and play. The pattern includes detailed step-by-step instructions on assembling Ela, accompanied by helpful in-progress photographs. You’ll also find a comprehensive list of materials needed and useful tips and links for knitting techniques and supplies.

Get nostalgic and bring back memories of beloved characters like Nellie the Elephant with this delightful knitting project. So grab your knitting needles and embark on a journey to create your very own Ela Elephant. Once completed, she’ll be ready to charm and captivate with her adorable presence.

Elephant Height: approx 29cm/11.4″
Ela is designed to sit and be posed easily eg. on a shelf or mini stool.

You can purchase this pattern here via Etsy. 

 

 

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  1. “Nellie the Elephant” is a children’s song written in 1956 by Ralph Butler and Peter Hart about a fictional anthropomorphic elephant of that name.[

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Free Knitted Crown Pattern for Kids and Adults: A Sweet Handmade Dress-Up Idea

There’s something wonderfully charming about a knitted crown. It’s playful, useful for the dress-up basket, and just the sort of small project that gives a leftover ball of yarn a proper purpose. Much better than letting it roll around the cupboard for another three years.

This free knitted crown pattern for kids and adults combines a simple garter-stitch band with shaped triangular points. The mustard-gold colour gives it that storybook crown look, although pink, purple or woodland green would be equally lovely.

A Manageable Next Step for Beginner Knitters

The construction is the appealing part of this design. Everything is knitted flat, so you won’t need double-pointed needles or experience joining stitches in the round.

You knit the band first, then work each crown point separately over a group of 12 stitches. Paired decreases gradually narrow each triangle, giving you a small, repeatable section to concentrate on.

I’d describe this as a confident beginner knitting project. You’ll need to know how to knit, work two types of decreases, hold unused stitches and sew a simple seam. There are several yarn tails to weave in, so a little patience with finishing will help.

Three Sizes With Room to Personalise

The pattern includes three sizes, with seven, eight or nine crown points. Choose by the wearer’s head measurement rather than age, and check your gauge carefully. Yarn stretch will make a noticeable difference to the fit.

For birthdays, an embroidered initial would be a sweet finishing touch. Contrasting yarn diamonds could suggest little jewels without adding hard embellishments.

What to Know Before Casting On

This is a soft knitted crown, so expect gentle points rather than a rigid costume accessory. A springy wool or wool-blend yarn should give the shaping more support than a very drapey yarn.

The stitch calculations have been checked, but the design has not yet been sample-knitted. The accompanying image is an illustrative mockup, so the finished texture and proportions may vary with your yarn and tension.

For a small handmade birthday accessory or a cheerful addition to the dress-up box, this is an appealing idea. And if an adult needs a matching crown for supervising the royal household, the larger size has that covered too.