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US English pattern by Tales of Twisted Fibers. Includes step-by-step pictures.

Meet Singhi, the mighty snow lion that represents the snowy peaks of Mount Khangchendzonga (commonly known as Kanchenjunga), the third highest peak in the world. Singhi’s pattern was inspired by “Singhi Chham” or the dance of the snow lion, a popular folk dance of Sikkim, a Himalayan state in northeast India that is home to this sacred mountain.

While performing this folk dance, the dancers wear the snow lion costume and put on an exuberant, playful show. Each snow lion consists of two dancers—the first making up the head and the forelegs while the second dancer forms the torso and the hind legs. This dance is performed during Pang Lhabsol, a festival dedicated to Mount Khangchendzonga.

If you are lucky enough to be in Sikkim at the right time, you just might catch a pair of these mythical beasts dancing in the streets. Or, you could just crochet one for yourself with this pattern.

Stitches used: chain, slip stitch, magic ring, single crochet, increase, (invisible) decrease, half double crochet, double crochet, back loops only
Measurement: Approximately 18cm / 7 inches


This pattern is for personal use. Please do not distribute, reproduce, share or sell this pattern. You may sell finished items made with this pattern, though only in small quantities, provided you credit the original designer. Wholesale is not allowed.