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Jean Greenhowe's Christmas Special. Pattern booklet #0505. The classic Christmas Crib beautifully illustrates the story of the Nativity. The scene includes Baby Jesus in the manger, Mary and Joseph, The Three Wise Men, shepherds and sheep. What makes these pattern characters so unique is the attention to such amazing detail. Skillfully designed from a mouse in a hat to a robin on a shoulder or a tiny ladybird on a foot - absolutely everything is knitted. All Patterns listed below are included in this extensive pattern booklet.
Mary is a superbly designed seated figure, requiring only two basic knitted pieces - one for the skirt and one for the bodice and head. When you knit this figure you will really appreciate the clever way in which it is constructed. The standing figures are 20cm (8in) in height and Mary measures 14cm (5½ in).
Santa and Mrs Claus are a jolly pair of Christmas characters sure to become firm favorites with your family. Measuring about 34cm (13½in), make them as stand-up decorations, or cuddlesome toys.
Cinderella is a must-have topsy-turvy doll measuring 28cm (11in) in height. Transforming her from 'sad' with patched clothes to 'happy' in her beautiful ball gown is an absolute delight. Cinderella is one of Jean's most popular dolls loved by children and adults, she would make an enchanting gift for someone special.
Polar Bear and Reindeer can be made as soft toys, gifts or decorations. You will be surprised by the simple construction of the reindeer's curvy antlers. They both measure a seated 22cm (8¾ in) in height.
Mr and Mrs Frosty the snowpeople, measure 20cm (8in) in height, including their hats. And you don't have to bother making the hats because they are knitted-in as extensions of the heads. Just knit and add the brims and hey-presto perfect hats every time.
Little Robin Redbreast sits on a log surrounded by knitted holly and pine cones. The white snowy base is in fact a surprise pocket designed to contain any item which can fit into an envelope - such as a gift voucher or money. And by the way, when you knit the pine cones you will be amazed at how that odd-looking flat piece of knitting turns into a realistic reproduction of the real thing - like magic! The base measures 12cm by 15cm (4¾in by 6in).
Last Minute Dolls are just that - almost 'night before' Christmas stocking-fillers or tree trims, just 8.5cm (3¼in) high. There are seven sweet designs, all made from the same basic pattern - Santa and Mrs Claus, Snowman, Christmas Fairy, Toy Soldier, Elf and Clown.
Three tea cosies are featured, to bring a touch of Christmas cheer to the breakfast table. There are no complicated shapings and the pattern gives three different sizes and decorations. There is even a Christmas pudding with sauce topping and holly.
The hand-muff recalls the Victorian era and comes in the shape of a snow-covered yule log with a robin and holly on top. It is knitted on large needles using three strands of yarn together, so it really does keep little hands cosy and warm. For extra protection there are end-pieces which fit around the wrists. The muff measures 20cm (8in) in length and would make a welcome gift for any little girl at Christmas time.
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