Round Duck

Introducing a delightful cuddly mallard duck knitting pattern, perfect for intermediate knitters! Standing at just 4 inches tall, this charming quacker can be made in traditional mallard colors or customized in white with a cheerful yellow beak. This little fowl is quite the celebrity in the UK, having been the poster duck for the renowned Unraveled knitting festival, making it an exciting addition to your knitting projects.

This pattern is designed for INTERMEDIATE KNITTERS, as it requires skills such as picking up stitches, increasing and decreasing, and short row shaping—all of which are thoroughly explained within the pattern. Expect a fun challenge with the duck's unique construction techniques that will enhance your knitting skills while bringing this adorable creature to life.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: To successfully complete this project, you should be familiar with the knit stitch, knitting in the round using double-pointed needles (dpns), knitting flat, 3 needle bind off, K2tog, SSK, M1, PU and Knit, as well as short row shaping (which is detailed in the pattern).

MATERIALS NEEDED: You will need approximately 30 yards of Double Knitting (DK) yarn for the body, about 10 yards of DK yarn for the head, and around 3 yards of DK yarn for the beak. Gathering these materials will ensure you have everything you need to create this cute and cuddly mallard duck.

HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS: To support you through this delightful knitting journey, additional tips and tricks are available on my blog, designed to help you navigate the more intricate aspects of the duck knitting pattern.

Unleash your creativity and enjoy crafting this adorable mallard duck—whether you're adding it to your collection or gifting it to a fellow knitting enthusiast. Start your knitting adventure today with this unique pattern, and let the fun of bringing this little duck to life begin!