Knitted Amigurumi Mistletoe

Crafted with love and attention to detail, the Knitted Amigurumi Mistletoe is a delightful and unique addition to your holiday decorations. Made from soft and cozy yarn, this handcrafted piece brings a touch of whimsy and charm to any space. Its intricate design showcases the artistry and skill of the maker, with each stitch carefully placed to create a lifelike representation of mistletoe. The Knitted Amigurumi Mistletoe is not just a decoration, but a symbol of love and tradition. Hang it above your doorway or on your Christmas tree, and let its presence bring joy and happiness to your home. Its vibrant green leaves and bright red berries add a pop of color to your festive decor, while the soft texture invites you to reach out and touch its cozy embrace. Whether you're looking for a unique gift or a special treat for yourself, the Knitted Amigurumi Mistletoe is sure to bring a smile to your face and warm your heart during the holiday season.

Materials
• Set of 3.25mm needles (UK size 10, US size 3) Your best to use double pointed needles as it's easier to i-cord this way.
• Yarn needle
• Toy stuffing
• 5mm safety eyes
• Black embroidery thread
• Small piece of red ribbon (optional)

Yarn colours
• White
• Green
• Scraps of red (optional)

Yarn weight: Double knitting/ worsted weight

Gauge: not important but make it tight so stuffing doesn’t show through

Finished measurements
: approx 5" long and 2" wide

TOY SAFETY
Remember never use toy safety eyes on a toy intended for a child under 3 years old, they are a potential choking hazard, please embroider on any features so they cannot be easily removed by little fingers or gnashers!


Ball & Stem
CO6 in white
1. purl
2. Kfb (12sts)
3. Purl
4. *Kfb, k1* along (18st)
5. Purl
6. *Kfb, k2* along (24st)
7. Purl
8. *Kfb, k3* along (30st)
9. purl
10. *K2tog, k3* along (24st)
11. Purl
12. *K2tog, k2* along (18st)
13. Purl
14. *K2tog, k1* along (12st)
15. Purl
26. *K2tog* along (6st)
Change to green yarn
27. *K2tog, k1* along (4st)
28. With the remaining 4 sts I-cord for 3" (approx 25 rows)
Bind off

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Draw tail through remaining stitches and pull tightly and secure. Use tail to mattress stitch row ends closed stopping halfway down the ball to add eyes and embroider on a mouth and fill with stuffing. Close remaining opening and secure any loose yarn ends.

Leaf
CO 45 in green
1. BO all stitches

Join the two row ends together so you have one continuous thin hoop of yarn. Place a stitch in the middle of the hoop so that it now looks like a figure of 8. use this stitch as a guideline to attached the leaf to the stem about half way up.

Finishing
Add a small piece of red ribbon or a scrap of red yarn just above the ball, and your done.

Now all you have to do is hang the decoration and pucker up!

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