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Are lobster tails the new mermaid tails? I think so! I have created a pattern for this giant, cozy lobster onesie with removable claw pillows and a hole in the tail so you can get up and walk around :)
It comes in 8 adult sizes, with instructions to make further adjustments (the XS size would be suitable for a child around 8-10 but there are no baby sizes at this time).
Materials needed
If you'd like to order ahead, here's what you'll need. See sizing notes below.
Yarn
XS 22 balls, S 25 balls, M 29 balls, L 32 balls, XL 35 balls, XXL 38 balls, XXXL 41 balls
Or another super chunky yarn that is close to 90 yards (81 metres)/100g. Here are some alternatives based on testers' suggestions and yardage, to suit different budgets:
Needles
40cm and 80 cm circular needles in 9mm. I used 9mm KnitPro interchangeable needle tips and interchangeable cables: 20 cm to make 40 cm and 56 cm to make 80 cm. For sizes XL to XXL you may also want to move up to 100 cm when you are on the body. NOTE some testers found that 8mm or 10mm were easier to make the correct tension – if possible, start with 9mm looking at the tension notes and see if you come under or over to help decide the best size for you.
3x 9mm (or 8mm or 10mm) double pointed needles (used to shape the tips of the claw and knit the circular eyes. You can also knit these on circular needles using the magic loop method – however you will need at least 2 x DPNs to knit the i-cords for the antennae and walking legs)
Yarn needle (for sewing; you’ll need one with a large eye to fit the bulky wool!)
Stuffing
600-700g stuffing per claw – 1200g-1400g total
Optional buttons
10x large (22 mm or larger) plastic metal fastener buttons – to attach the claws to the body. These are the ones I used (in red).
Sizing
The onesie is designed to be stretchy and a bit more like a blanket than a fitted garment.
XS would work well for someone around 5’ (152.5cm) and/or up to 130lbs (59kg)
S would work well for someone around 5’-5’8” (152.5cm-173cm) and/or up to 160lbs (72.5kg)
M would work well for someone around 5’4”-6’1” (162.5cm-185cm) and/or up to 200lbs (91kg)
L would work well for someone around 5’6” to 6’2” (167.5cm-188cm)and/or up to 250lbs (131kg)
XL would work well for someone around 5’8” to 6’2” (173cm-188cm) and/or up to 300 lbs (136kg)
XXL would work well for someone around 5’8” to 6’2” (173cm-188cm) and/or up to 350lbs (159kg)
XXXL would work well for someone around 5’11” to 6’6” (180cm-198cm) and/or up to 400lbs (181kg)
Below are reference photos of three different people wearing a M (I am 5’8 125 lbs and like the roominess of a medium on me)
Thank you testers
@tobeytimecrochet @Malgal42 @Suggiesnspikes @sischo_paints @dmcphie13 @chunknitsnknits @Mightyjune @kapantaiscreations @jeshbruce @jud.zhang @knotcoppercurls @sunniba
And to sizing models @keithtruvision and @paul.haze30
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