This top hat-wearing groundhog is easy to spot in the wild: Just keep an eye out for a sophisticated-looking mound of dirt!

Techniques include knitting in the round on double-pointed needles, I-cord, and mattress stitch.

Recommended yarn: Cascade 220, in two shades of brown, black, and green
Recommended needles: One set of 7-inch size 6 US (4.0mm) double-pointed needles
Finished size: Groundhog is about 2.5 inches tall (not including hat); mound is about 4 inches tall

The pattern is sold as a PDF that will download directly to your computer.