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Colourful Caterpillar Knitalong Part 4
Colourful Caterpillar Knitalong Part 4

Colourful Caterpillar Knitalong Part 4

Designer: Carol Meldrum

  • NEEDLES

    3.75mm, 4mm, both straight, 3.75mm double-pointed, two

  • SIZE

    Squares: 13cm; Caterpillar: 96cm long

  • SKILL LEVEL

    Beginner
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Celebrate the simplicity of knit and purl stitches with this classic effect. Alternating groups of knits and purls create the look of a woven fabric. This section is ideal for beginner knitters. Count how many of each stitch you have worked to keep the effect even.

Carol Meldrum

Carol Meldrum

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Discover colourwork and texture with this tactile toy. Each segment is based around a simple square and features a different technique.

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  • Project information

    Yarn Cygnet 100% Pure Superwash Wool
    Yarn Colours shades (A) 2817 Everglade, (B) 2185 Geranium (C) 2155 Gold, (D) 2156 Bluebell, (E) 2195 Cream, (F) 217 Black, one 50g ball of each
    Needles 3.75mm, 4mm, both straight, 3.75mm double-pointed, two
    Additional Safety toy stuffing; Felt: white; Sewing needle and thread; Tapestry needle
    Tension Square 22 sts x 30 rows; 10cm x 10cm; Stocking stitch; 4mm needles

  • About the designer

    Carol Meldrum

    Carol Meldrum

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