These cute knitted bees turn a simple nursery blanket into something special

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

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