Who is ready for the lunar new year? Celebrate the new year with this little tiger. His name is Tora and ready for the big changes that are predicted for this year. He is bright orange and black with cute little details that give him personality. Just look at those cute paws!! He will make a good addition to any collection or tabletop display. With this knitting pattern you can knit this little tiger in no time!
This pattern is easy to follow and is made for someone with basic knowledge of knitting and has knitted in the round. He is 5 inches tall and 7 inches from paw to paw. Increases, decreases and stripes are used. If you don’t want to use the plastic nose and eyes, you can embroider a nose and eyes instead. He is a perfect gift for your family, friends or your beloved one on the Lunar New Year.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Supplies:
o 1 skein orange worsted weight yarn (Carrot -Bernat Super Value, medium weight 4, 426 yards/389 m)
o 1 skein black worsted weight yarn (Black-Knit Picks-Mighty Stitch, medium weight 4, 208 yards/190 m)
o 1 skein white worsted weight yarn (White – Knit Picks-Mighty Stitch, medium weight 4, 208 yards/190 m)
o 8 mm black eyes
o 15 mm black nose
o Size 5 double pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
o Stitch markers
o Yarn needle for sewing
o Stuffing