Who says knitting is just for scarves and sweaters? These free unique buddy knitting patterns are fun, quirky, and absolutely worth making.
Knitting is an excellent means to create dog, cat, and other animal plushies. But in this list, there are some quirky toy options that you may not have seen before. So, find your favorite one and get started!
Unique Buddy Free Knitting Patterns
1. Colorful Egg Buddies
These egg buddy toys from Joolsy Woolsy are so adorable! Aren’t they? They are knitted in DK yarn with 3.25 mm double-pointed needles, using cast-on, inc, dec, and k2tog.
2. Little Colorful Buddy
Lise Stoessel is behind this little knitted buddy. It is one of those patterns which you will want to make again and again. The best part is that it uses basic knitting stitches, a bit of crocheting, and sewing to assemble.
3. Cozy Coffee Buddy
For all the coffee lovers out there, this one is for you! This cozy coffee buddy from Rachel Borello Carroll is the most adorable little knitted companion you never knew you needed.
4. Bee Buddies
How sweet are these little bee buddies from Garnstudio! Knitted up in classic yellow and black colors. It is worked back and forth in garter stitch with a 3.5 mm double-pointed needle.
5. Thank You Buddies
Looking for a handmade gift idea? These thank you buddies from Katie Mansfield are the sweetest way to show someone you appreciate them.
6. Botanical Buddies
Nature enthusiasts, be ready with the Paintbox Simply DK yarn and a 3.00 mm single pointed needle. Amanda Berry has shared all the instructions to knit them at home on weekends.
7. Dino Buddies
Calling all dinosaur fans! These dino buddies from Dakota Hermenau are absolutely roar-some, and any child would love to have one. Not to mention, they are stuffed stegosaurus with plates.
8. Bunny Buddy
Is there anything cuter than a hand-knitted bunny? This bunny buddy from Jen Lucas is soft, sweet, and perfect for babies and toddlers alike. It also makes a lovely Easter gift or a thoughtful baby shower present.
9. Bursh Bug Buddy
This quirky little brush bug buddy is unlike anything else on this list. The furry body and scary face make it so unique. Handmade Ghost has shared the complete process to make it easily.
10. Aubergine Buddy
Last but not least, this aubergine buddy by Emma Whittle is inspired by iconic Jellycat style. It measures around 20cm tall, but its size can be adjusted as needed with some tweaks.