Free Pattern: Edward Bear

Pocket-size and simply sweet, Edward’s the perfect knitted pal for kids.

By Noreen Crone-Findlay

YARN
For Bear
Regia 4-ply, 1¾oz/50g balls each approx 230yd/210m (75% superwash new wool, 25% polyamide)
1 ball in #REG4P.0017 Hell-Kamel Meliert

For Sweater
Regia 4-ply, 1¾oz/50g balls each approx 230yd/210m (75% superwash new wool, 25% polyamide)
1 ball in #REG4P.0324 Marine

KNITTING NEEDLES
1 set size 2 (2.75mm) double-pointed knitting needles or any size to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS
2 6mm black beads for eyes
Black embroidery floss
Fiberfill
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Yarn needle

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Edward Bear 6½"/16.5cm tall
Sweater 2"/5cm long

GAUGE
30 sts and 40 rows = 4"/10cm in Stockinette stitch.
Remember to check gauge for best results!

HOW TO MAKE A GAUGE SWATCH
With larger needles, cast on 30 sts.
Work in Stockinette st for 4"/10cm from beginning.
Bind off.
Resulting gauge swatch should measure 4"/10cm square. If necessary, adjust needle size to obtain gauge.

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