Bumble Bees in DK or 4ply wool and size 10 needles Using black wool cast on 8 sts. Row 1 (WS) Purl Row 2 (Inc 1) 8 times. (16sts) Row 3 purl Row 4 (Inc 1) 16 times (32sts) Work 6 rows in stocking stitch (starting k1 row) Continue in stocking stitch Join in yellow and work 4 rows Black work 4 rows Yellow work 4 rows Break off yellow wool Using black work 3 rows in stocking stitch Row 26 (K2tog) 16 times (16 sts) Row 27 (P2tog) 8 times (8 sts) Row 28 (K2tog) 4 times (4 sts) Break off yarn and thread through stitches on needle. Draw tight and secure the end. Sew seam leaving a gap, stuff bee then sew the rest of the seam. Stick on eyes and make mouth from small length of wool. Make wings from fine net, ribbon or lace.
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