A Stuffed Knit F-Bomb? Drop This Any Time!
Marly Bird’s Stuffed Knit F-Bomb – the gift that keeps on giving!
Fishing for a fun and fabulous gift for that foul-mouthed friend? Fret no further! This Stuffed Knit F-Bomb toy by Marly Bird is perfect for anyone who loves to drop a few expletives every now and then.
The Stuffed Knit F-Bomb is sure to make someone smile!
It’s a great way to express your love of cussing in a fun and harmless way and a simple gift to knit up for any occasion. Think outside the box, or make a box full of f-bombs and give that as a gift!
This hand-knit toy measures 4.5″ tall and is 10.5″ around, making it perfect for sitting on a desk or putting on a Christmas tree as an ornament. Rather than dropping the dreaded f-word…you can drop the f-bomb toy instead.
For something a little different, Marly made the sample in brown and pink instead of the traditional black and red to make it more fun and cheeky.
The Stuffed Knit F-Bomb Toy is a hilarious gift and will surely make any cussing enthusiast smile. Whether you’re looking for a funny gag gift or a unique way to show your love of foul language, this toy is da bomb!
STUFFED KNIT F-BOMB
Designed by Marly Bird
SKILL LEVEL
Adventurous Beginner
MEASUREMENTS
Finished Measurements
4.5” [11.43 cm] tall from base to top (not including i-cord).
10.5” [26.67] circumference.
Gauge
21 sts = 4″ [10 cm] in Stockinette stitch pattern in the round.
MATERIALS
Yarn
WeCrochet/KnitPicks, Swish worsted (100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 110 yds, 50 g CYCA #4 worsted).
1 ball: Loam Heather #28648 — color A
10 g: White #24662 — color B
2 g: Honey #26066 — color C
2 g: Serrano #24663 — color D
5 g: Throne #28662 — color E
Needle
U.S. 5 [3.75 mm] set of 5 double-pointed needles, or size required for gauge.
Hook
U.S. F/3.75mm to add tassels.
Notions
Stitch markers, Poly Fiberfill, tapestry needle.
ABBREVIATIONS
CO – Cast On
DPN – Double Pointed Needle
K – Knit
KFB – Knit Front and Back
K2tog – Knit Two Stitches Together
P – Purl
Pm – Place Marker
St(s) – Stitches
PATTERN STITCHES
⭐️ Stockinette Stitch (St st): Circular — Knit all sts, every rnd.
⭐️ Knit Two Together (K2tog): Knit 2 sts together (1 st decreased).
⭐️ Knit Front and Back (KFB): Knit into the front loop, then the back loop of st (1 st increased).
⭐️ I-Cord: Using 2 dpn’s, with 4 sts onto one needle with working yarn on the last stitch of the row, *without turning the work, slide the sts to right-hand end of needle, pull yarn tightly from the end of the row, (behind the sts), knit 1 row; rep from * until cord measures desired length.
⭐️ Duplicate Stitch: The duplicate stitch is a way of embroidering a design into your work.
Stuffed Knit F-Bomb CHART for Duplicate Stitch
Stitch Fiddle Chart Link: https://www.stitchfiddle.com/c/sjswm5-9y0m31
NOTES
- Made in the round from the bottom to the top.
- Duplicate stitch is used to embroider the F on the piece.
VIDEO TUTORIALS
- Long Tail Cast-On >> Click Here for Video Help <<
- How to Add Lifeline >> Click Here for Video Help <<
- Duplicate Stitch >> Click Here for Video Help <<
STUFFED KNIT F-BOMB PATTERN
BOTTOM
With color A, cast on 2 stitches on each of 4 double-pointed needles — 8 sts.
Round 1: *KFB; repeat from * around — 16 sts.
Round 2: Knit
Round 3: *K1, KFB; repeat from * around — 24 sts.
Round 4: Knit
Round 5: *K2, KFB; repeat from * around — 32 sts.
Round 6: Knit
Round 7: *K3, KFB; repeat from * around — 40 sts.
Round 8: Knit
Round 9: *K4, KFB; repeat from * around — 48 sts.
Round 10: Knit
Round 11: *K5, KFB; repeat from * around — 56 sts.
BODY
Rounds 12-27: Knit
TOP
Round 28: *K5, K2tog; repeat from * around — 48 sts.
Round 29: Knit
Round 30: *K4, K2tog; repeat from * around — 40 sts.
Round 31: Knit
Round 32: *K3, K2tog; repeat from * around — 32 sts.
Round 33: Knit
Begin to stuff the bomb with the Polyester Fiberfill until it is filled out. As continued rounds are complete, add more fiberfill to get shape.
Round 34: *K2, K2tog; repeat from * around — 24 sts.
Round 35: Knit
Round 36: *K1, K2tog; repeat from * around — 16 sts.
Round 37: Knit
Round 38: Purl
Round 39: Knit
Round 40: Purl
Round 41: Knit
Round 42: Purl
Round 43: Knit
Round 44: Purl
Round 45: Knit
Last chance to add any extra fiberfill to the bomb. Ensure the garter stitch portion is filled with enough fiberfill to maintain the shape.
Round 46: *K2tog; repeat from * around — 8 sts.
Cut color A leaving a long enough tail to weave in securely after the i-cord is complete.
I-CORD
With color B
Round 1: *K2tog; repeat from * around — 4 sts.
Begin I-Cord: using 2 dpn’s, place the 4 sts onto one needle with working yarn on the last stitch of the row, *without turning the work, slide the sts to right-hand end of needle, pull yarn tightly from the end of the row, (behind the sts), knit 1 row; rep from * until cord measures desired length.
Do Not Fasten off.
Cut color B leaving a long tail to secure later.
FIRE TASSEL FOR F-BOMB
Cut 8 lengths of yarn 6” [15.24 cm] long.
4 of color C
2 of color D
2 of color E
• Use the crochet hook and insert into the first loop of i-cord sts. Add one length of color C & color D through the loop.
• Use the crochet hook and insert into the second loop of i-cord sts. Add one length of color C & color E through the loop.
• Use the crochet hook and insert into the third loop of i-cord sts. Add one length of color C & color D through the loop.
• Use the crochet hook and insert into the fourth loop of i-cord sts. Add one length of color C & color E through the loop.
FIRST FINISHING
Thread the tail of the i-cord onto the tapestry needle. Weave it through the 4 loops of the i-cord and stitch the top of the i-cord and the fire tassels together.
Weave in the tail to the inside of the body.
Trim the tassels to preferred length.
KNIT F-BOMB DUPLICATE STITCH
Plot out the placement of the letter F on the body of the bomb.
Using color E and the chart above, use the duplicate stitch technique to apply the letter F to the bomb.
SECOND FINISHING
Weave in all loose ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Stuffed Knit F-Bomb?
It’s exactly what it sounds like… a small stuffed knitted bomb shape (like a cartoon bomb… round with a fuse sticking out the top) with the letter “F” on it. It’s a humorous craft project that serves as a tactile way to “drop an F-bomb” in stressful situations… you pick it up, throw it, and voila. It’s a funny, irreverent pattern that’s been popular in the crafting community as a gift for people who need a stress outlet, have a sense of humor, or just appreciate the meta joke of a knitter making a knitted profanity bomb. Sometimes you just need to laugh at life.
What skill level is this pattern?
The F-bomb is actually a beginner project! It’s essentially a small sphere (worked in the round with basic increases and decreases) with a simple fuse cord and a letter embroidered on. The shape is basic amigurumi-style construction. If you can knit in the round and do basic shaping, you can make this. It uses minimal yarn (a great use for scraps), works up quickly, and the result is guaranteed to make the recipient laugh. The comedic value is proportional to how small and simple the finished bomb looks.
What yarn and colors work for an F-bomb?
Classic black is the most traditional cartoon bomb color… instantly recognizable as “bomb” in that universal cartoon shorthand. Red or bright orange for the fuse cord adds contrast. The F can be embroidered in contrasting thread or yarn after finishing. For a slightly softer, funnier aesthetic, a pastel F-bomb in mint or blush pink has its own humor. A “surprise” F-bomb in someone’s favorite color works well as a personalized gift. Use whatever you have in your stash… this is the perfect project for those random single-skein scraps with no other purpose.
Can I make F-bombs as gifts?
It depends on your audience! For people with a good sense of humor who appreciate the irreverence, this is a hilarious and memorable gift. It’s particularly popular as an office gift when someone is leaving a stressful job, for people going through a rough patch, for anyone who’s expressed frustration in colorful terms, or as a Secret Santa gift in the right workplace culture. You know your people… some will love it, some will appreciate the craft but not the profanity reference. Give it where the humor will be genuinely appreciated!
Are there similar “novelty profanity craft” patterns available?
The “craftanity” genre is a real and beloved subset of fiber arts! Beyond the F-bomb, there are knitted and crocheted middle fingers, profanity-themed dishcloths and blankets, and various other irreverent creations that combine excellent craftsmanship with colorful humor. Ravelry has an active “craftanity” collection if this is your jam. These patterns celebrate the fact that crafters are multi-dimensional humans with full adult lives and senses of humor… making something beautiful doesn’t require being reverent about it. Craft joyfully, even when joy involves profanity.
So happy you posted this! We got such a kick out of your short video… tysm. Maybe add it to 24 days of quickies.