Ray of Sunshine Knitting Pattern

"Last year I designed a giant rainbow pattern, as a big thank you to all the key workers during the pandemic. I wanted to knit my rainbow a friend, and now more than ever, we need some sunshine. Here's my knitted ray of sunshine. I recommend using a chunky yarn, but you can use different weights of yarn to make a bigger or smaller sunshine. A full list of recommended materials are in the pattern. I displayed mine in my window, but you could also use it as a cushion. "

Knitting Needle Size11 or 8 mm

Yarn Weight(5) Bulky/Chunky (12-15 stitches for 4 inches)

Materials List

• Yarn - recommended yarns listed in pattern
• US 10 (6mm) knitting needles, or the recommended size of needles for the yarn that you're using
• 2x 30mm black toy eyes and washers
• Some black yarn that's chunkier than the main colour. You'll use it to embroider the smile and eyelashes.
• 150g of toy stuffing
• Darning needle for sewing up
• Stitch markers - you will need two stitch markers or a small amount of scrap yarn to mark the stitches.