Hiker Hippo

This adorable Hiker Hippo is knit in the round, (Intermediate Level), using Magic Loop (or double pointed needles). It is approx. 13” tall (without ears) and is created using #3-light wt. (DK wt.) yarn. Needles needed: size 3 (3.25mm) & size 5 (3.75mm) 32” Circular Knitting Needles (if using Magic Loop). The legs, body, arms, and head are all knit on as you work along. Some of the clothes are not removable.

Approx. yardage:

Body Color: 150 yds.

Shirt Color A: 30 yds.

Shirt Color B: 30 yds.

Shorts Color: 60 yds.

Shoe Color A: 40 yds.

Shoe Color B: 30 yds.

Sock Color: 10 yds.

Vest Color: 60 yds.

Cap Color: 50 yds.

Backpack Color: 70 yds.

Blanket Color: 40 yds.

Walking Stick Color: 20 yds.

Shoe Laces Color: small amount

· ¾”- 5/8” Buttons (one for hat and two for backpack)

· 10mm Safety Eyes or embroidery thread/yarn

· 3.75mm Crochet Hook (for shoe laces)

· Plastic Drinking Straw (cut to 7 ½’ long for walking stick)

· Yarn/Embroidery Thread for Nose