Knitted Adorable Radish

The knitted adorable radish is the cutest addition to any collection of cozy decorations or handmade gifts. With its vibrant red color and charming leafy green top, this little radish brings a touch of whimsy and cheer to any room. Whether displayed on a shelf, hung as a keychain, or gifted to a friend, this knitted creation is sure to bring smiles and warmth wherever it goes. Its soft texture and detailed stitching make it a delightful sensory experience, perfect for snuggling or simply admiring. Embracing the spirit of creativity and joy, the knitted adorable radish is a heartwarming reminder of the beauty that can be found in the simplest of things.

I used size 2 double pointed needles (dpn) and medium weight yarn (For the picture above I used Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in colors Azalea & Lime).

Radish Body

1) CO1
2) knit 2 rounds, CO 1
3) knit 1 round in i-cord
4) kfb k1 in i-cord
5) knit 2 rounds in i-cord
6) kfb x3 in the round separating stitches onto three dpns
7) kfb x6
8) knit 1 round
9) kfb x12
10) knit 1 round
11) [k2 m1 k2] x6
12) knit 1 round
13) [k1 m1 k9] x3
14) knit 6 rounds
15) k2tog to last stitch, k1
16) knit 1 round (fill with stuffing before closing)
17) k2tog all
18) knit 1 round
19) break thread and pull through remaining loops, weave in ends

Radish Top

1) pick up and knit 5 stitches on top of radish, join for knitting in the round
2) knit 4 rounds
3) [k1 CO2] x5
4) k1 BO2, leave stitch on needle, then starting on the next stitch BO2 again, BO2 like this for a total of four more times with final stitch slipped over 1st stitch of next row
5) CO4 [k1 CO4] x4
6) k1 BO4, leave stitch on needle, then starting on the next stitch restart BO4 again, BO4 like this for a total of four more times with final stitch slipped over 1st stitch of next row
7) CO12 [k1 CO12] x4
8) BO, weave in ends