Kitty

Project info Made: April 2009 Name: kitty Pattern: Kitty Toy by Lillian Craft: Knitting Made for: My brother Needles & yarn Needle: US 8 - 5.0 mm Yarn: Lion Brand Lion Chenille Solid Color family: Black Purchased at Michaels in Minnesota Notes My brother lost his cat to a house fire, so I am making these kitties in memory of Nala.

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