Knitted Adorable Hen

Oh, let me tell you about the charming knitted adorable hen! It's the kind of creation that brings a smile to your face and warms your heart. This knitted hen is not just a piece of art; it's a bundle of joy that you can't help but adore. Its craftsmanship and attention to detail make it a perfect addition to any cozy corner of your home or a thoughtful gift for someone special. Trust me, this knitted adorable hen will be your new favorite companion in no time!

You need:

• -3mm needles
• -acrylic yarn in white, red and yellow

ABBREVIATIONS

• CO - cast on
• BO - bind off
• k - knit
• p - purl
• k2tog - knit two sts together
• p2tog - purl two sts together
• skpo - pass slipped sts over
• st st - stockinette stitch
• m1 - make one

Pattern:

Cast on 40 sts using white yarn

Rows 1-2: k

Rows 3-17: st st, start with p (15 rows)

Row 18: k2tog to the end of the row (20 sts)

Row 19: p

Row 20: k2tog to the end of the row (10 sts)

Row 21: p

Break the yarn, leave a long end. Threadthrough sts.

HEAD

We will beg from the neck of the hen.

CO 12 sts using white yarn

Rows 1-5: st st, start with p

Row 6: k2tog, k8, k2tog (10 sts)

Rows 7: p

Row 8: k2tog, k6, k2tog (8 sts)

Row 9-13: st st 5 rows

Row 14: (k2tog) to the end of the row (4 sts)

Row 15:p

Row 16: (k1, m1) to the end (8 sts)

Row 17: p

Row 18: k1, m1, k3, m1, k3, m1, k1 (11 sts)

Row 19: p

Row 20: k1, (k2tog) to the end (6 sts)

Rows 21: p
This is the head of the hen.

Break the yarn, leave a long end. Threadthrough sts.

You may fill the head with fiberfill.

BEAK

Using yellow yarn CO 2 sts

Row 1: k

Row 2: BO

WINGS

Make two

Usingwhite yarn CO 6 sts

Row 1: k

Row 2: p

Row 3:k1, (k1, m1) X4(10 sts)

Rows 4-8: st st, start with p (5 rows)

Row 9:(skpo, K1, k2tog) X2(6sts)

Break the yarn, leave a long tail. Threadthrough sts.

Sew all parts together, use the picture for guide. You may use fabric paint for the eyes or black yarn.