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Today we're going to move from something ressembling a wide wooden shoe to something more duck-like.

As before, click on any gridded photo for a larger version. Centered Doubled Decreases (cddc)

A centered double decrease (cddc) decreases two stitches with center stitch making a clear line up the middle. Work a cddc as follows:

The line of the center of the decreases should be pretty clear to follow, but feel free to move up the stitch marker if you find it helpful. Preparing for an Afterthought Appendage

I like working wings/legs/etc in an afterthought style, because it means that the appendage is firmly attached to the body, no grafting or seaming needed. Meaning it stands up all the stronger to any grabby hands.

To set up for an afterthought:

I like to keep the tails of the scrap yarn on the outside of the body, as this helps when you need to pick it out. Picking Up An Afterthought Appendage

To pick up the stitches for an afterthought appendage, work as follows:

The first few rounds after you pick up will be fiddly, because there's not a lot of give because the body is already stuffed. It's a bit easier if you use magic loop and isn't a problem after those first few rows. Making the Eyes (French Knots)

Make the facial features before you do (or at least graft shut) the beak, as it will be easier to hide the ends.

Repeat steps 2-4 for second eye. You can also add eyebrows, eyelashes, etc. at this point. Grafting Openings Shut (Kitchener Stitch)

Kitchener Stitch is my favorite way to seamlessly close together these afterthought openings to do so:

Repeat Steps 3-6 until all stitches have been grated together. Adjust tightness of tail so join is smooth before weaving in ends. Congratulations! You now have all the techniques you need to finish your duck!!

If you're on Instagram, please tag me @mscleaver or via #domenicKAL or post in the Ravelry Group by April 21st to be eligible to win prizes! Domenic Duck Kit
from 38.00 Domenic Duck - PDF Pattern Apr 5, 2017
Domenic Duck KAL - Afterthought Prep, Pick Up and Finishing! Mar 30, 2017
Domenic Duck KAL - W&T Short Rows Mar 28, 2017
Domenic Duck KAL - Joining in the Round, KFBs, and Building a Base Mar 27, 2017
New Kits for Spring and a KAL!