How to Knit | Knitted fish in under 10 minutes

[@lovecraftscom]

How cute are these knitted fish! This how-to guide gives step-by-step instructions on how to make your own. Make sure to share and like so we can spread some knitting knowledge!

[@teodoravujic4265]

LoveCrafts They are super cute!

[@joanboxler1634]

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[@kwonhinghamthebesttse8422]

This was a nice project to do and I will donate all of mine to the kids in hospital

[@lovecraftscom]

That's such a lovely thing to do Kwon, how very kind of you xxx sending love from LoveCrafts team x

[@GrandGlamour]

Aww that is so sweet of you!! How did they turn out?

[@bird_lover5350]

This was the first thing I ever knit, now I’m coming back to make cat toys for the shelter I volunteer at, thank you 😊

[@wildflower2344]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I wanted to make a quick toy for my cat, Ollie, and this will be perfect. I'm going to hunt though my yarn stash right now for a nice fishy color.

[@lovecraftscom]

oh you are super welcome! We are so happy you like it! Happy making, Sarah and the LoveCrafts Team

[@asanii1820]

I used it to crochet fishes, thanks a lot! It was the first thing I've ever made

[@makeros1963]

Can’t wait to try it out I just got to make the knitted square ❤❤❤ so cool and easy!!!!!❤

[@denisedubois5127]

So easy from a square. Thank you!

[@iloveknitting4497]

I’m going to make 500+ stuffed animals for animals in shelters so they can have a little something to play with when they get bored

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi there Knitting For Life! That's a great idea - and it is amazing what you can make from a rectangle of knitted or crocheted fabric! These little fish can be tied on to a string too, for cats to play with! Thank you for telling us all about your plans! Kindest, Merion xx

[@kathyyosten1142]

How sweet

[@alisha4191]

That is very nice of you. Make sure you stock up on yarn!

[@Bluewaterpinessantarosabeach]

Thank you kindly . This is very nice! I love these.

[@angelboochaey3256]

Made this for my cat dipper. First ever knitting project this was a lot simpler then I thought it would be thank you!

[@lovecraftscom]

Amazing! yay- well done 🧡

[@kalmat1306]

wow these cute fishes looks so great thanks for sharing

[@bhavana8118]

I tried making it and it came out really cute thanks for this tutorial.. Gonna make more. ❤

[@lovecraftscom]

Oh that's so lovely to hear! You are super welcome 🥰

[@Rennagayle]

How cute, and what a great way to utilize gauge swatches, too!

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Renna, that's a GREAT idea!! I have been experimenting and actually you can make all kinds of little animals - hamsters and rabbits are fun too! Love, Merion x

[@Rennagayle]

LoveCrafts, I just rewatched the video and got inspiration for putting together a kit of supplies to send to each of my two grandchildren, ages 4 & 5. They're very creative and love hands-on projects. In each child's kit, I'll include a knit square (or maybe more) in the yarn colors I know they like, plenty of yarn for seaming, an ample amount of stuffing, a large plastic darning needle, and fun buttons for the eyes. Of course, they'll need help, but it will demonstrate rudimentary hand-sewing skills, and something to be proud of when they're done. Mommy will probably need to sew on the eyes for them, which she won't mind. I'll find some cute way of packaging their kits, possibly sewing up a drawstring bag in fun fabric for each.

[@Bookwurm22]

Do you have any videos making other animals? My family has to quarantine, I’m bored, and my sisters’ birthdays are coming up.

[@sandyerickson2760]

These are adorable 😍

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Sandy - they're great fun for kids to make (if you knit the squares first!) and you can make them as toys for cats too. Thank you for such a kind comment! Merion x

[@suealandaluz3403]

Gracias...❤

[@lovecraftscom]

❤️😍

[@hidekiryuga26]

For anyone wondering i made mine 15 by 15 so 15 cast ons and 15 rows

[@lovecraftscom]

Great idea Riley!

[@missgennn675]

Thank you Riley!

[@aashiaanya]

Adorable

[@somebody8264]

How do I make a knitted square? Please answer aspa

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi there Sh, you need to cast on and knit rows until you can fold your square diagonally in half, and then cast off. You might find our How to Knit for beginners video helpful for this! Kindest wishes, Merion and the LoveCrafts team xx

[@teodoravujic4265]

This is so adorable! do you think we can use a tiny crochet hook to sew it together? i hope you reply soon.❤️

[@lovecraftscom]

Hey there :) We are so happy to hear that you like our video. Absolutely, you can definitely use a crochet hook to tie it all together, as long as it is secured and the stuffing won't fall out! We would love to see your version, if you ever feel like sharing it with us! Have a wonderful day and happy making! Sarah at LoveCrafts

[@shieh.4743]

I think these would be sweet as a hanging mobile for a baby nursery.

[@slowed5766]

Put some kitty treats in it and it’ll be a fun lil toy 🥺

[@lovecraftscom]

Wow, that is a GREAT idea!! Thank you Slowed! We love it! Kindest wishes from the LoveCrafts team xx

[@warriorprincess9563]

Is the button safe for a cat if I use this as a cat toy?

[@sewerratwithabaguette1443]

Warrior Princess if you use good thread then yes I’d also recommend doubling your thread. Hope this helps :)

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Warrior Princess - absolutely good point - yes, if you stitch it really securely as Jess F suggests, but if you are worried at all, then just sew an eye with some different coloured yarn! Love, Merion xx

[@limeee6299]

So cute!

[@lovecraftscom]

Thanks Boo LHD11 :) xx

[@sydnamon5986]

Hold on how did you end up with two tails? And when you threaded those in, how did you make it curve?

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi there Sydnamon, the two ends in the tail come because I stitch across on one side, and back on the other. To make the tail curve, just stitch a running stitch with a little bit more yarn back across the tail horizontally, and pull to gather, and then sew the ends in! You can play around with these little fish for hours, changing the shapes! Great fun! Happy knitting, love Merion xx

[@faridafady3811]

Can you pls tell my how big your square is? Because I want to make mine the same size as yours.

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Farida! I made a 10cm square for this fish - but any size square will work! Happy knitting! Love from Merion and the LoveCrafts team x

[@jasonadeogun4827]

Too good .Thank you so much .

[@lovecraftscom]

Thanks Jason! these are so quick to make and you can use any weight yarn!! xx

[@sumayakenan6955]

Can you also use a crocheted square ? Or does it have to be a knitted square

[@lovecraftscom]

Hey Sumaya- this should also work with a crocheted square. Just make sure the stitches are tight enough so that the filling won't show :) We would love to see your version once its finished! Happy making, Sarah at LoveCrafts

[@marniekatzbeck5856]

do you put eyes on one side or both

[@karengarson5715]

It's up to you. 😊

[@mouse1701]

not save with buttons...should use stitching which cannot come...our leave plain ...kitty does not care it does not have eyes...put some catnip inside he will play !

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Marnie! It's up to you! You can either sew buttons or stitch eyes on! Love, Merion x

[@Quantum_GirlE]

Doesn't really count as under 10 minutes if you have to stitch the square first.

[@lovecraftscom]

well I guess that all depends on how big the fish is and how quick you knit ;)

[@shieh.4743]

@@lovecraftscom Hahaha...True. My mother in law could do these easily in under 10. Might take me half a day. ;). But I love them. They are really cute.

[@shelleyrhodes6231]

I wish that there was verbal description about what is going on in this video. I would love to be able to make this fish, but I’m not able to see the videos due to the fact that I am visually impaired. Unfortunately all I hear is music. Kind of frustrating.

[@lovecraftscom]

I am so sorry Shelley - this was one of the very first videos that we made, before we added words. I'm sure that is very very frustrating indeed. We will write down the steps for you in larger print and send it through. If you could send us your email address to [e-mail], we will be in touch. Kindest wishes, Merion and the LoveCrafts team x

[@annsaeli7583]

I am going to try these without stuffing for reusable water balloons! I might fill with some catnip and make a toy for my cat too! Thank you

[@lovecraftscom]

That sounds absolutely amazing and super creative! We would love to see it if you ever feel like sharing :) You can find us on Instagram under #LoveCrafts Have a lovely day and happy making! Sarah at LoveCrafts

[@shieh.4743]

I think these would be sweet as a hanging mobile for a baby nursery.

[@lovecraftscom]

Great idea Shie!! xx thank you for sharing! x

[@karenabel2590]

Give the fish fancy tails and fins for the gnooms bye xx

[@kiranjain8872]

Very cute

[@lovecraftscom]

Thank you Kiran! xx

[@dawatomasailedeen6365]

nice . joined.

[@kathyyosten1142]

Add some dried catnip. Would make a great cat toy

[@lovecraftscom]

HI Kathy, that's a GREAT idea!!! Love Merion xx

[@maggiepatterson7949]

Might not be a good idea to use buttons for eyes...can get swallowed. just sew ( embroider) an eye.

[@lovecraftscom]

If you're making it for a smaller child, then definitely! 🥰

[@ambercody3458]

I make fish a differnt way

[@lovecraftscom]

Hi Amber, lots of great ways to knit little animals! It's great fun! How do you do yours? Love, Merion x

[@ambercody3458]

@@lovecraftscom well I knit a fish by just knitting a length and stuffing it I'm not able to follow a pattern

[@AMigurucreativestudio]

So cute!