Pascal the King Penguin Christmas Decoration

I’d long wanted to create a penguin ornament for my tree that was small and dainty without being overly simplistic or featureless. So, naturally, I picked up my crochet hook and black yarn on the hottest day of the year so far in the middle of June... This little penguin is the perfect size for a **hanging ornament**, but his flat bottom also allows him to **stand up on his own** so you could use yours to decorate tables or even as a little toy for children. The body, beak and cheeks are all worked in **continuous rounds** so you will need to use stitch markers to help you keep track of your stitch count. The wings and belly are made in **rows** that are turned at the ends. It’s an **intermediate** pattern because, while the stitches are all rather basic, the shaping of the body means maintaining a good tension throughout is essential and the small size of some parts can be a little fiddly for beginners. You’ll also find a **photo guide** to help demonstrate any special stitches used and the construction. Happy crocheting!