Knitted Beautiful Tomatoes

Knitted beautiful tomatoes are a whimsical addition to any kitchen decor or play food collection. These charming creations combine the cozy appeal of knitting with the vibrant colors of ripe tomatoes, making them a delightful conversation piece for your home. Whether used as decorative accents, stress balls, or even playful props for children's imaginative play, these knitted tomatoes bring a touch of handmade warmth and creativity into your space. Their unique texture and adorable design are sure to put a smile on your face every time you see them.

Skill Level
Beginner

Techniques
Knit in the round / Simple increase and decrease stitches

Finished Size
Approx. 7 - 23 cm / 2 ¾ - 9 in.

Needles
Double-pointed needles or circular needles

Needle Size
US 2 (3.00 mm) and US 8 (5.00 mm)

(Red yarn) Circular CO 12 sts

Rnd 1: knit

Rnd 2: k2, m1, repeat * (18 sts)

Rnd 3: knit

Rnd 4: k2, m1, repeat * (27 sts)

Rnd 5: knit

Rnd 6: k3, m1, repeat * (36 sts)

Rnd 7: knit

Rnd 8: k3, m1, repeat * (48 sts)

Rnd 9: knit

Rnd 10: k4, m1, repeat * (60 sts)

Rnd 11: knit

Rnd 12: k5, m1, repeat * (72 sts)

Rnd 13-14: knit 2 rnds

Rnd 15: k9, m1, repeat * (80 sts)

Rnd 16-31: knit 16 rnds

Rnd 32: k8, k2tog, repeat * (72 sts)

Rnd 33-34: knit 2 rnds

Rnd 35: k7, k2tog, repeat * (64 sts)

Rnd 36-37: knit 2 rnds

Rnd 38: k6, k2tog, repeat * (56 sts)

Rnd 39-40: knit 2 rnds

Rnd 41: k5, k2tog, repeat * (48 sts)

Rnd 42: knit

Rnd 43: k1, k2tog, repeat * (32 sts)

Rnd 44: knit

Rnd 45: k2tog (16 sts)

Rnd 46: knit, and stuff.

Rnd 47: k2tog (8 sts)

Rnd 48: knit

Add more filling. Gather bind-off.

Tomato stem: (Green yarn) Circular CO 6 sts, knit 3 rnds, bind off.

Sew the stem to the top of the tomato, and continue to embroider the petals in a star shape as shown in the photo. Sew 3 stitches for each petal.