Flower ‘frogs’ are the perfect beginner project. Don’t worry, there are no real frogs here. These are used to help keep your flowers in place when flower arranging. They are decorative and practical –

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■ Rico Ricorumi DK (100% cotton, 25g/58m) 2 balls of Fox (025) 1 ball of each: White (001) Black (060) ■ Rico Ricorumi Furry Furry (100% polyamide, 25g/175m) 2 balls of each: Fox (004) White (001) Bla

You Will Need • 250g (8.8oz) air-dry clay • Thin card • Acrylic paint (optional) • Sealant (acrylic varnish or similar) Tools • Rolling pin • Jam jar or similar vessel • Cookie cutter (optional) • Pen

Notes Unless otherwise specified, use the long-tail cast-on for all pieces. Use yarn tails and mattress stitch to seam unless otherwise instructed. HEAD Start at back of head. Cast on 10 sts using 3mm