The (Not So) Itty-Bitty Giraffe
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- In-depth Instruction; over 170 mins
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Introduction
13:44
Meet Susan B. Anderson ... and the Not So Itty-Bitty Giraffe! You'll find out all about the skills you'll learn in this knit toy class, and learn about the features of the Craftsy platform.
Getting Started
7:21
Susan goes over the tools and supplies you'll need to make your Not So Itty-Bitty Giraffe, including yarn choices and both circular and double-pointed needle options for knitting in the round.
Giraffe Body
35:26
Your giraffe's body knits up quickly and easily in the round, shaped with simple increases and decreases. Susan shows you how to stuff the giraffe so it holds its shape, and safely add poly pellets, if desired, to weigh down the bottom.
Giraffe Head
37:10
Create the giraffe's head and attach it to the body with the whipstitch.
Ears
17:45
You'll bring in a second color as you create the ears and whipstitch them atop the head. Whether you're creating a perky giraffe or a sleepy giraffe depends on ear placement, so learn how to add them so they'll stay on.
Legs
23:07
Knit up four legs, add contrasting color hooves, stuff them and whipstitch them to the body. Because you're stuffing as you go, your giraffe is almost done!
Tail, Horns and Mane
18:52
The adorable details are what make the Not So Itty-Bitty Giraffe extra lovable. You'll learn how to make pompoms two different ways, using them to create the giraffe's mane and adorn the horns and tail.
Spots and Face
15:47
Knitted circles make the spots for the Not So Itty-Bitty Giraffe, going on quickly with a simple whipstitch. Finally, add personality to your giraffe with embroidered facial features. Susan shows you how to embroider your knit toy's face so the stitches do not pull out.
Description
Susan B. Anderson, author of “Itty-Bitty Toys,” shares her secrets for fun and easy toy creation. The included giraffe pattern is shaped with simple increases and decreases and finished with a sweet hand-stitched face, perky horns and pompom mane and tail. He measures 20″ (50 cm) from horns to hooves – the perfect size for snuggling – and knits up fast and seamless in just a few hours. Because you stuff and stitch together as you go, when you’re done, you’re done! Finish with a soft and sturdy handmade toy to be treasured for a lifetime.
Susan B. Anderson
Susan B. Anderson lives with her family in Madison, Wisconsin. She is the author of six knitting books, including the best-selling "Kids' Knitting Workshop." In 2016, Susan and her son started a yarn and pattern company, Barrett Wool Co. Susan's favorite part of being a knitting teacher is traveling the country, teaching, and meeting knitters from all over the world.
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