Knitted Jammy Dodgers

Have you ever tried knitted Jammy Dodgers? They are not only adorable but also a creative twist on the classic British treat! These charming little knitted treats can bring a touch of coziness to your day while adding a fun and whimsical element to your home decor. Whether you display them on a shelf, give them as a unique gift, or simply use them as a cozy companion during tea time, knitted Jammy Dodgers are sure to bring a smile to your face. So, why not add a bit of handmade charm to your life with these delightful creations?

I used 4 mm (US #6) needles and a DK yarn.

1. 1

   Biscuit top (biscuit colour)
   Cast on 7 sts
   Row 1 – K
   Row 2 – P, inc 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 3 – K, inc 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 4 – P
   Row 5 – K, inc 1 st ea end (13 sts)
   Row 6 – P
   Row 7 – K1, M1, K5, cast off 1 st, K4, M1, K1 (14 sts)
   Row 8 – P5, P2 tog tbl (6 sts)
   Turn and work on these 6 sts as follows:
   Row 9 – K
   Row 10 – P4, P2 tog (5 sts)
   Row 11 – K
   Row 12 – P4, M1, P1 (6 sts)
   Turn, and cast on 5 more sts using the needle method. Cut the yarn but leave these sts on the needle as you will use them later.

   Rejoin the yarn to the 7 sts waiting on the other needle. Rejoin to the stitch on the centre edge, not the outside edge, so that you are ready to purl the sts. Continue working on just these 7 sts as follows:
   Row 8a – P2 tog, P5 (6 sts)
   Row 9a – K
   Row 10a – P2 tog, P4 (5 sts)
   Row 11a – K
   Row 12a – P1, M1, P4 (6 sts)
   Row 13 – Sl 1, K1, PSSO, K4, continuing on to the other sts waiting on the needle, tying off the loose end as you go: K1, K3tog, K to last 2 sts, K2 tog (13 sts)
   Row 14 – P
   Row 15 – K, dec 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 16 – P
   Row 17 – K, dec 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 18 – P, dec 1 st ea end (7 sts)
   Cast off.

2. 2

   Biscuit base (biscuit colour)
   Cast on 7 sts
   Row 1 – K
   Row 2 – P, inc 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 3 – K, inc 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 4 – P
   Row 5 – K, inc 1 st ea end (13 sts)
   Row 6 – P
   Row 7 – K, inc 1 st ea end (15 sts)
   Rows 8–12 – Work a further 5 rows in st st
   Row 13 – K, dec 1 st ea end (13 sts)
   Row 14 – P
   Row 15 – K, dec 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 16 – P
   Row 17 – K, dec 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 18 – P, dec 1 st ea end (7 sts)
   Cast off.

3. 3

   Jammy centre (bright red)
   Cast on 7 sts
   Row 1 – K
   Row 2 – K, inc 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 3 – K
   Row 4 – K, inc 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 5 – K
   Row 6 – K, inc 1 st ea end (13 sts)
   Row 7 – K
   Row 8 – K, inc 1 st ea end (15 sts)
   Row 9 – K 9 rows
   Row 16 – K, dec 1 st ea end (13 sts)
   Row 17 – K
   Row 18 – K, dec 1 st ea end (11 sts)
   Row 19 – K
   Row 20 – K, dec 1 st ea end (9 sts)
   Row 21 – K
   Row 22 – K, dec 1 st ea end (7 sts)
   Cast off.

4. 4

   To make up
   You may need to pull the rings into shape to make them good circles, then block them. Put all three layers together with the right sides on the outside. Using a length of biscuit-colour yarn, sew a circle just inside the edge with stem stitch, sewing through all three layers, creating a slightly raised edge around the biscuit.
   Using the same colour yarn, oversew the edges of the heart-shaped hole. There is no need to go through all three layers here, you can just sew it down to the red filling.