Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted.
Three knitted bean bag frogs. One laying flat and two in seated positions holding small balls of yarn.
Two knitted bean bag frogs seated and holding small balls of yarn.
Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted.
Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another.
Three knitted frogs laying on their stomachs next to one another.
Three knitted bean bag frogs lying upside down with their bellies facing up.
Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another.
Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another alternating directions by 90 degrees.
Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another.
Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted.
Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted. Three knitted bean bag frogs. One laying flat and two in seated positions holding small balls of yarn. Two knitted bean bag frogs seated and holding small balls of yarn. Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted. Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another. Three knitted frogs laying on their stomachs next to one another. Three knitted bean bag frogs lying upside down with their bellies facing up. Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another. Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another alternating directions by 90 degrees. Three knitted bean bag frogs stacked on top of one another. Three knitted bean bag frogs. One still unstuffed and being knitted.
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Bayou is a delightfully floppy, flat-style frog who loves to slouch, flop, and lounge around. Inspired by the simple charm of a two-piece fabric plush, this pattern uses clever knitting techniques to create a seamless, flat silhouette with plenty of personality. Knitted tightly on smaller needles to ensure a bean-proof fabric, Bayou makes the perfect desk companion, pocket friend, or quick gift.

$7.00

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NOTE: This original design pattern is the copyrighted property of Melissa Burke, Apiary Knits, and is intended for the personal use of the original purchaser only. Please do not reproduce or distribute this pattern (in whole or in part) without express written permission from Melissa Burke, Apiary Knits.
This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knit to reduce the potential for error.

SIZE(S):

Finished frog measures approximately 8” (20.3 cm) long and 6” wide (15.2 cm) (at outer front legs).

CHARTED/WRITTEN:

The pattern includes complete written directions and is fully charted.

GAUGE:

6.5 sts/9 rnds to 1” x 1” (2.5 cm x 2.5 cm) in stockinette stitch, unblocked.

Spike is worked in the round from the bottom up. His leaves and leaf cap are worked separately and sewn on.

To work this pattern, you will need to know:

  • Knit stitches
  • Purl stitches
  • Increase and decrease stitches – M1L, M1R, K2TOG, SSK
  • Provisional cast-on
  • Picking up stitches
  • Kitchener graft (over stockinette)
  • German short rows

YARN:

Allow approx 70 yds (64 m) worsted weight yarn per frog. Samples knit using remnants from 4 oz/114 gr (203 yds/185 m) skeins of Madelinetosh Tosh Vintage (100% Superwash Merino Wool) in Venti Dragon Mocha (green), Translation (blue) and Terra (orange, discontinued).

If using a different yarn, your gauge will likely be significantly different and will affect the finished size.

NEEDLES:

(5) US 4 (3.5 mm) 7” double-pointed (dpns)
Or any size needed to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS:

2 yards (2 m) contrasting color worsted scrap yarn
Stitch markers
Small tapestry/blunt yarn needle
2 (14mm) safety eyes
6-7 mm beads/beans (or similar) for stuffing (Samples used 1 (4.2 oz/120 gr) bag of bead landing™ 7mm Acrylic Number Beads per frog.)