- Double Point: US 4 - 3.5 mm

- Worsted

- Worsted weight yarn – about 150 yards - Size 4 double pointed needles (or size 5 if you’re a tight knitter) - Darning needle - Stuffing - Embroidery thread, buttons, felt, or other embellishment for eyes - 1 pipe stem cleaner

About 7 inches tall, and 3 inches wide.

This squirrel is knit in the round, with short rows shaping the curved back and head. His bushy tail is easy to make using the same yarn as for the body. Finished size is about 7 inches tall, and 3 inches wide.