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Farm animals are great for acting out stories, engaging young children or for added entertainment during musical renditions of well-known nursery rhymes. Knitted Farm Animals contains a fabulous range of adorable animals, each with its own distinct and humorous character. This attractive collection of original designs created with strong contemporary colours and durable, child-friendly yarn is simply a must for those looking to create their own range of fun farmyard friends. New knitters need not worry, all the 15 patterns are clearly laid out alongside a comprehensive techniques section covering all the necessary know-how and a beautiful photographic gallery showcasing each animal. So choose your favourite farm animal and pick up those knitting needles or why not go the whole hog and create an entire farmyard. Patterns include: Cockerel, Pony, Dog, Cat, Highland Bull, Llama, Hen with Chicks and Eggs, Ram, Donkey, Goat, Cow, Sheep, Turkey, Pig, Duck with Ducklings Includes: . 15 clearly presented, easy-to-follow knitting patterns . Projects that have an adorable and humorous quality that will appeal to both adults and children alike . Illustrated techniques section explains all the knitting know-how with clear step-by-step instructions . Perfect for complete beginners . All patterns use cotton DK yarn, which is easy to wash, durable and child-friendly . Beautiful photographs showcasing each animal, collated in a colourful gallery section. AUTHOR: Sarah Keen is a freelance pattern designer and an experienced knitter, having learnt how to knit at just four years of age. Sarah is passionate about knitting, finding it relaxing and therapeutic. She is also the author of Knitted Wild Animals. She lives in Wales. Also available: Knitted Wild Animals 9781861086709