Bring a touch of the savannah into your home with **Leo the Standing Lion**, an advanced-level amigurumi pattern designed for those who love realistic details and high-quality finishes. This isn't just a toy; it's a showpiece. Leo features a unique **standing-pose construction** on four legs, a **voluminous fringed mane**, and delicate embroidered facial expressions that give him a gentle, soulful look.
### Pattern Features
- **Advanced Construction**: Master the art of a stable, four-legged standing silhouette.
- **Textured Detail**: Learn the dense fringe technique for a professional-looking mane and tail tuft.
- **Comprehensive Instructions**: 9 pages of detailed, step-by-step guidance in English (US terminology).
- **High-Quality Finish**: Includes tips for facial embroidery and assembly to ensure your lion looks just like the photos.
### Finished Size
When using worsted weight (#4) cotton yarn:
- **Length**: Approximately 32 cm (12.5 in)
- **Height**: Approximately 22 cm (8.5 in) at the shoulder
### What You Will Need
- **Yarn**: Worsted weight (#4) cotton in Gray, White/Cream, and Rust Brown.
- **Hook**: 4mm (US G/6) crochet hook.
- **Safety Eyes**: 12mm blue or gray-blue eyes.
- **Extras**: Polyester fiberfill, black embroidery thread, and a yarn needle.
> **Note**: This is a digital PDF download for the crochet pattern only. No physical item will be shipped.
