In this lesson, you’ll learn a couple of new techniques & start to finesse your knitting skills.

These animals are quick to make & are essential to any great playscape!

Try making several of each in different colours – your options are endless.

The PIG is the simplest – it features the fewest pieces & the easiest stitches.

The SHEEP  is a bit more involved – her removable coat is lots of fun.
Try making a fantasy coat in an unusual colour.

The PEACOCK takes your knitting to a new level with multi-coloured stripes, a bit of embroidery & some simple shaping.

The DOG is the most challenging piece by far.
He is shaped while knitting as well as during construction.

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In Lesson 6, you’ll use the following techniques:  * NEW

• Cable Cast ON
• Picot Cast ON
• Picot Cast OFF
• Stocking Stitch
• Reverse Stocking Stitch
• Garter Stitch
• British Moss Stitch
• Slipped Stitches
• K2TOG Decrease
• K3TOG Decrease *
• Slip Slip Knit Decrease
• KFB Increase
• Sewing pieces together
• Sewing in Tails
• Embroidery Stitches

. VISIT the Gallery to see close up pictures of the various projects from this lesson.

Let’s begin!

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The PIG

This little piggy is lots of fun to make.  Better make a few so he doesn’t get lonely!

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The SHEEP

The Sheep is so fun to knit & even more fun to “dress”!  Make her a few outfits – one for every barnyard occasion!

When you are constructing her, take a moment to look at some images of sheep so that you can get
the ears & eyes in the right positions.  An animal’s expression really makes a difference to little ones.

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The PEACOCK

This peacock will be a delightful additional to your fairyland or even your (slightly) unusual barnyard!

Try him out in these more traditional colours or make a stunning all-white version.  It is MUCH easier to make than it looks… you may end up with a “muster” of peacocks.

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The DOG

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