What if your flora was also fauna? Spring is in full bloom, and as you admire the beautiful flowers this season, remember your resident Flower Children. They are sprites that live in your garden who have dedicated their lives to keeping plants healthy and beautiful. They are so dedicated, in fact, that they sometimes come off as quite fierce, chasing snails, slugs, and all manner of pests away! But there’s no need to fear these little creatures; you can make fast friends with them by sowing seeds, watering plants, and picking up trash when you find it.

The Flower Children are a quick and easy knit with fun pops of spring colors. The petals around their heads are versatile, so you could create an entire entourage of Children where no two look alike! They make great gifts for your favorite gardener or kiddo or even as your own small cuddle buddy.

Difficulty
Beginner

Yarn
KnitPicks Wool of the Andes Worsted (100% Peruvian Highland Wool; 110 yds 100 m/50 g)

• Green Tea Heather (MC), 1 skein
• Daffodil (CC1), 30 yds / 28 m (partial skein)
• Rouge (CC2), 50 yds / 46 m (partial skein)
• Marina (CC3), 30 yds / 28 m (partial skein)

Needles

• US 5/3.75mm needles for working small pieces in the round: double pointed needles or 1 long circular
• US 5/3.75mm needles for working flat

Notions

• Stitch markers
• Stitch holder
• Tapestry needle
• Four 9mm animal safety eyes in black (2 per Child)
• Polyester fiber fill
• Straight pins

Finished Measurements
8” / 20cm tall