With rosy cheeks and a snuggly striped romper, Lisa Paddock’s hippo is irresistible. Our hippo friend is dressed for bed and ready to bunk down for the night. Take your time with the facial features for max cuteness.

The sample item is made with King Cole Yummy, 1 ball of each:
-- Icicle (3479)
-- Easter Yellow (4752) Turquoise (3476)
-- Ocean Blue (4741)
-- Lilac (3462)
-- Sugar Pink (3463)

You will also need:
-- Toy stuffing
-- 2 safety eyes, 20mm
-- Black stranded cotton
-- 3 buttons, 20mm

If you are making this as a toy for a child under 36 months, do not use safety eyes or buttons. Instead, embroider eyes using black stranded cotton and omit the buttons.