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Jack and the Beanstalk story sack

I made this for primary school reception and year 1 pupils

Created by: Sue C

  • Project Details

    About

    Having seen Lynne T’s brilliant bikers, Pat’s Gnelfy was the perfect choice for the giant. It was fun creating his punk look to match the Usborne illustration. The figures were a combination of Dollytime, Knitted Fairy Tales and Gypsycream patterns, adapted to match illustrations. The cow, hen, harp and beanstalk were from Sarah Keen’s Knitted Fairy Tales. Sewing up is my least favourite part of knitting, so all those fiddly little pieces seemed to take forever. I’m hoping the teachers don’t put Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs on the story sack list! The photo was taken at school with my youngest grandson for the end of term newsletter. Unfortunately my other grandson at the school was in isolation on that day, with the rest of his bubble.

    Yarns

    Accessories

    • Tapestry Needle
    • Stitch Holder
    • Stitch Markers
    • Stuffing
    Other : Beads, chenille sticks, safety eyes

    Measurements

    Aran/Worsted Weight they measure 13 inches/33cms from top

    Notes: Gnelfy adapted to look like book illustration

    Tags

    • Toys
    • Dolls & Dolls' Accessories
    • Boys
    • Girls

    Craft

    Knitting

    Skill Level

    Intermediate

    Status

    Complete

  • Comments

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    44 Comments

    • Val S

      Great just love your Giant and your creativity in making the patterns into such lovely characters.
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    • Julie B

      Yet another triumph Sue - fab.
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    • Pat A

      lol looks like you are having a bit too much fun with these book bags. But have to say your imagination at putting them together is very good :) xx
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you, Pat! 😊 Gnelfy was perfect for the giant 💕
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    • Michelle M

      • Queensland

      Oh how cool is this collection Sue, now how much fun did you have making the giant he is one cool dude.lol.😊😊wow every wee character is perfect, you look like you are having so much fun working out what patterns to use for every character. I love the picture of you and your grandson, what a beautiful picture, something special to keep.😊💓
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Michelle! 💕
        The giant was fun to make 😊
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    • Anita C

      • Catalonia

      What a fabulous Collection Sue ….all the characters are fantastic,,,,
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Anita! 💕
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    • Twinkletoes

      • Sunderland

      You’re unstoppable, Sue. Love the giant. The effort you have made to encourage children’s reading is admirable! 💕
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much! 💕 What a lovely comment, so kind of you 😊
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    • Jacquie W

      Another fabulous collection. What lovely photos. You’re so talented Sue😍👏
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Jacqueline! 💕
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    • Christine R

      • Preston

      Another wow! Sue. I just love then all but how you've transformed Gnelfy is brilliant. I'm making him at the moment but as a Christmas Elf. I know what you mean about all those small pieces I've recycled all my Alan Dart patterns bar a few so that I'm not tempted. I start off with good intentions then it comes to the making up and I regret starting. But then I haven't got the pleading faces of grandchildren 😁
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you, Christine! 😊 Loved customising Pat's pattern. Looking forward to seeing your elf. I'll be using the Alan Dart witch and cauldron for Room on the Broom, so expecting them to be a challenge! I think school has many more story sacks lined up for me, but I'm hoping the teachers don't choose books with lots of characters. 🤞
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      • Christine R

        • Preston

        @Sue C: Like you say Snow White would be a nightmare!! 😂
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    • Pam S

      • Eldwick, Bingley

      Fabulous 💕
      Fantastic harp x
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    • Liz M

      • Edinburgh

      Another brilliant set of characters Sue - your best yet. Love the giant and how cool is the harp. Lovely photo of you and your grandson.
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    • Valerie S

      • Bristol

      Just love all your story sacks - so clever how you adapt the patterns to look like the characters! Looking forward to the next ones, as I can image the school will keep you busy!!
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Valerie! 💕 Yes, I think so, Gruffalo next 😊
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    • Cheryl S

      • Magnac Laval

      These story sacks are just great. Love the giant.
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Cheryl! 💕
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    • Crafty Little Knits

      Another fantastic set.
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    • Jennifer M

      • Daleys Point.

      I just love your story sacks, they are just amazing. Your grandson's school must love you.
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Jennifer! 💕
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    • Helen B

      Your story sacks just get better and better Sue. How lucky is your grandsons’ school! 🤩
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Helen! 💕
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    • Dianne A

      • Durham

      Absolutely fantastic, another brilliant Story Sack complete
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Dianne! 💕
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    • Dianne S

      • Glasgow

      Your knitting is just beautiful Sue , what a lot of work and ingenuity! Lovely pic of you and your grandson!
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Dianne 😊These story sacks are certainly keeping me busy! Hope you're alright now and able to do everything you want to do without too much discomfort. 💕
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      • Dianne S

        • Glasgow

        @Sue C: Thanks Sue, I’ve started knitting a wee bit but my arm aches, I’m sure the knitting is good exercise though! 😄
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        @Dianne S: Hope you're enjoying knitting again, Dianne, even though your arm is aching. As you say, it will get those muscles working! 💕
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        @Dianne S: Hope you're enjoying knitting again, Dianne, even though your arm is aching. As you say, it will get those muscles working! 💕
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    • Elaine C

      • Sittingbourne

      This is great Sue, so many children will get a lot out of your hard work 😊
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you, Elaine! 😊 Yes, I hope the children enjoy them 💕
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    • Jeanette R

      Such a lot of work that’s gone into this project. It’s just amazing Sue 😊
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you so much, Jeanette! 😊
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    • Lynne T

      • Chippenham

      Your best bet Sue, I love this set, what a jolly looking giant, just fabulous.😍
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      • Sue C

        • Bournemouth

        Thank you, Lynne! 😊 Yes, really pleased with the giant. Inspired by your bikers! 💕
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