Boo the Bat by Anna Hrachovec is a playful knitted softie featuring wraparound wings and tiny feet designed to hang from a finger, branch or other perch.
This compact bat is a quick character-knitting project worked mainly with worsted-weight yarn. Its distinctive construction combines knitting in the round, picked-up stitches and simple finishing techniques to create Boo's body, wings and hanging feet.
Boo the Bat Pattern at a Glance
Designer: Anna Hrachovec
Publisher: Mochimochi Land
Pattern: Boo the Bat
Craft: Knitting
Category: Softie / Animal
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Cascade 220
Needles: US 6 (4 mm)
Finished Height: Approximately 4 in
Wingspan: Approximately 8 in
Techniques: Knitting in the round, picking up stitches, mattress stitch
Language: English
Current Availability: Paid PDF pattern
About Boo the Bat
Boo is designed as a small three-dimensional knitted bat with wings that wrap around the body. The feet are shaped so the finished toy can hang from a finger or a small branch, giving it extra personality as a Halloween decoration or knitted character.
Despite its small size, the project introduces several useful toy- knitting techniques. The original pattern includes sections worked in the round on double-pointed needles as well as stitches picked up for additional parts of the bat.
Yarn and Needle Notes
The original pattern recommends worsted-weight yarn, with Cascade 220 listed as the suggested yarn.
The recommended needle size is US 6 (4 mm). Because this is a stuffed softie, a firm knitted fabric is useful so that the stuffing remains neatly contained.
Finished Size
Boo measures approximately 4 inches tall with an approximate 8-inch wingspan.
The compact size makes this a relatively small knitting project and a fun option for seasonal decorations, gifts or anyone who enjoys knitted creatures.
Techniques Used
The designer lists techniques including knitting in the round on double-pointed needles, picking up stitches and mattress stitch.
These techniques make Boo a more interesting project than a simple flat knitted toy while still keeping the finished piece small and manageable.
Get the Boo the Bat Pattern
Boo the Bat was designed by Anna Hrachovec of Mochimochi Land.
The pattern was previously described as free on older pages around the web, but the current authorized Ravelry listing is a paid PDF. Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's complete instructions.
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Pattern design © Anna Hrachovec / Mochimochi Land. Photo © carissabrowning. Pattern pricing and availability are controlled by the designer and may change over time.