Scheepjes - Rabbit, Deer and Mouse - pattern book

Skill level: easy to intermediate
Craft: crocheting / knitting
Patterns: 17 crochet / knitting patterns (UK terms)

DEER

Deer, designed by Jacquelien Twijnstra, is one of three enchanting characters featured in the Scheepjes pattern book Rabbit, Deer and Mouse. With a gentle expression and stitched detail, this knitted woodland companion makes a wonderful handmade friend.Worked in separate pieces and then assembled, Deer stands approximately 40cm (16in) tall and is perfectly sized for play, display or gifting. The pattern includes clear instructions, tips for neat finishing, and suggestions for dressing Deer in a whole range of adorable knitted and crocheted outfits from the book’s mix-and-match wardrobe.

Materials

• Scheepjes River Washed (78% Cotton, 22% Acrylic; 50g/130m) Yarn A: 960 Murray – 1 ball Yarn B: 946 Mississippi – 1 ball
• Scheepjes Stone Washed (78% Cotton, 22% Acrylic; 50g/130m) Yarn C: 820 Rose Quartz – 1 ball Yarn D: 801 Moon Stone – 1 ball Yarn E: 822 Brown Agate – 1 ball
• A scrap of brown cotton yarn (for mouth)
• 2.5mm and 3.5mm knitting needles
• 3.5mm set of double pointed needles
• Lockable stitch markers
• Polyester stuffing
• 2 x Ø 9mm brown safety eyes
• 1 x Ø 12mm brown soft safety nose
• 2 x Ø 11mm buttons
• 30cm of 4mm ribbon 

MOUSE

Mouse, designed by Jacquelien Twijnstra, is one of three enchanting characters in the Scheepjes pattern book Rabbit, Deer and Mouse. This crochet design is made using the amigurumi method and is worked in continuous rounds. Mouse stands approximately 40cm (16in) tall and is made in separate parts before being assembled. The pattern includes helpful notes for changing colours and customising accessories, so you can give your Mouse a unique look. Whether dressed in knitted or crocheted pieces from the book’s mix-and-match wardrobe, Mouse is ready for any adventure.

Materials

• ​Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 50g/125m
  • ​Yarn A: 505 Linen – 1 ball
• Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 25g/62.5m)
  • ​Yarn B: 130 Old Lace – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn C: 524 Apricot – 1 ball​
  • Yarn D: 503 Hazelnut – 1 ball
  • Yarn E: 414 Vintage Peach – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn F: 255 Shell – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn G: 105 Bridal White – 1 ball
• 2.5mm crochet hook
• Lockable stitch markers
• Polyester stuffing
• 2 x Ø 6mm grey safety eyes
• 1 x Ø 12mm pink safety nose
• 2 x Ø 10mm heart-shaped buttons
• 2 x 30cm lengths of 4mm ribbon
• 6 x 6.5cm transparent whiskers

RABBIT

Rabbit, designed by Jacquelien Twijnstra, is one of three enchanting characters in the Scheepjes pattern book Rabbit, Deer and Mouse. This crochet design is made using the amigurumi method and is worked in separate parts before being assembled.Rabbit stands approximately 40cm (16in) tall. The pattern includes ideas for personal touches, like changing colours or adjusting small details such as shoes or cuffs, so you can make a Rabbit that’s truly your own. Complete the look with outfits from the book’s mix-and-match wardrobe, designed to fit all three characters.

Materials

• Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 50g/125m)
  • ​Yarn A: 502 Camel – 1 ball​
  • Yarn B: 238 Powder Pink – 1 ball
• Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 25g/62.5m)
  • ​Yarn C: 130 Old Lace – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn E: 172 Light Silver – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn F: 503 Hazelnut – 1 ball
  • ​Yarn G: 408 Old Rose – 1 ball
• 2.5mm and 3.5mm crochet hooks
• Polyester stuffing
• 2 x Ø 9mm brown safety eyes
• 1 x Ø 12mm pink safety nose
• 3 x Ø 10mm heart-shaped wooden buttons