Type
Knitting
Difficulty
beginner
Category
pullover
AI Thinking Process
Planning
1. **Design Strategy**: The user requested a beginner-level knitting pattern for a hand-knit 100% wool jumper for girls, with matching caps and gloves.
* **Jumper**: Based on the "Baby & Child Pullover" template, a top-down raglan, seamless construction is chosen. Worsted weight 100% Superwash Wool will be specified for ease of care and softness, as explicitly emphasized in the template. The design will be simple Stockinette stitch with ribbed edgings.
* **Sizing (Jumper & Accessories)**: A comprehensive range of child sizes from 2T (Toddler 2) to 12 (Child 12) will be provided, covering a wide age group for "girls."
* **Accessories**: For beginner difficulty, "gloves" will be interpreted as a simple "mittens" pattern. Both the cap and mittens will be designed bottom-up, in the round, using basic stitches (knit, purl) and simple shaping.
* **Key Challenge**: The template's instruction for "8 increases per round every other round" combined with "approximate armhole depths" and "2-3 inches positive ease" creates a mathematical conflict for worsted weight yarn. Strict adherence to the increase rate and yoke depth will result in minimal (or even negative) positive ease for certain sizes. As a strict Technical Editor, this conflict will be explicitly addressed in the preamble to the pattern. The pattern will prioritize the consistent increase method and recommended yoke depths, stating the resulting actual ease.
2. **Construction Plan**:
* **Jumper**:
* **Neckline**: Ribbed, cast on in the round.
* **Yoke**: Raglan increases (M1L, PM, M1R) worked every other round, resulting in 8 increases per increase round. The number of increase rounds is determined by the approximate armhole depths.
* **Separation**: Sleeve stitches are placed on holders, underarm stitches are cast on for both body and sleeves.
* **Body**: Worked in the round in Stockinette stitch to desired length, finished with 1-2" ribbed hem.
* **Sleeves**: Stitches picked up from holders and underarm, worked in the round in Stockinette stitch, decreased regularly to cuff, finished with 1-2" ribbed cuff.
* **Cap**:
* **Brim**: Ribbed, cast on in the round.
* **Body**: Worked in the round in Stockinette stitch.
* **Crown**: Decreased to shape the top of the head, finished by gathering remaining stitches.
* **Mittens**:
* **Cuff**: Ribbed, cast on in the round.
* **Hand**: Worked in the round in Stockinette stitch, with a simple thumb opening (gusset for advanced beginners, or just a small cast-on/bind-off section).
* **Top**: Decreased to shape the top of the mitten, finished by grafting or gathering remaining stitches.
3. **Quality Assurance**:
* **Consistency**: All stitch counts, measurements, and instructions will be cross-referenced for each size. US terminology and imperial measurements (with metric in parentheses) will be used consistently.
* **Beginner-Friendly**: Instructions will be clear, concise, and use common abbreviations. Complex techniques will be avoided or simplified.
* **Fit**: The mathematical conflict identified in Design Strategy will be managed by prioritizing consistent raglan increase method and yoke depth, and then explicitly stating the resulting ease. This ensures a technically accurate pattern, even if the ease is slightly less than the template's recommendation for some sizes.
* **Yarn**: Emphasis on 100% superwash wool for practicality.
* **Measurements**: All critical measurements (chest circumference, yoke depth, body/sleeve length) will be specified for each size.
* **Inline Math Validation**: All stitch calculations will be validated within the pattern for transparency and accuracy.
4. **Final Calculations**:
* **Gauge**: Worsted weight (e.g., US 8 / 5 mm needles): 18 stitches = 4 inches (4.5 stitches = 1 inch), 22 rows = 4 inches (5.5 rows = 1 inch) in Stockinette Stitch.
* **Jumper Sizes**: 2T (3T, 4T, 6, 8, 10, 12).
* **To Fit Chest**: 23 (24, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32) inches.
* **Resulting Finished Chest Circumference**: 23.1 (24, 24.8, 26.7, 28.9, 31.1, 33.3) inches.
* **Neckline Cast On**: 60 (64, 68, 72, 76, 80, 84) stitches.
* **Initial Segment Distribution (Back, Sleeve, Front, Sleeve)**:
* 2T (CO 60): Back 16, Sleeve 14, Front 16, Sleeve 14.
* 3T (CO 64): Back 18, Sleeve 14, Front 18, Sleeve 14.
* 4T (CO 68): Back 18, Sleeve 16, Front 18, Sleeve 16.
* 6 (CO 72): Back 20, Sleeve 16, Front 20, Sleeve 16.
* 8 (CO 76): Back 20, Sleeve 18, Front 20, Sleeve 18.
* 10 (CO 80): Back 22, Sleeve 18, Front 22, Sleeve 18.
* 12 (CO 84): Back 22, Sleeve 20, Front 22, Sleeve 20.
* **Number of Increase Rounds (IncRds)** (determined by yoke depth):
* 2T/3T/4T: 15 IncRds (Yoke depth ~5.5 inches / 30 rounds)
* 6: 16 IncRds (Yoke depth ~6 inches / 32 rounds)
* 8: 18 IncRds (Yoke depth ~6.5 inches / 36 rounds)
* 10: 19 IncRds (Yoke depth ~7 inches / 38 rounds)
* 12: 20 IncRds (Yoke depth ~7.5 inches / 40 rounds)
* **Underarm Cast On**: 6 stitches.
* **Cap Sizes**: To match jumper sizes.
* **Finished Circumference**: 17.7 (17.7, 19.5, 19.5, 21.3, 21.3, 21.3) inches.
* **Cast On**: 80 (80, 88, 88, 96, 96, 96) stitches.
* **Mittens Sizes**: To match jumper sizes.
* **Finished Hand Circumference**: 6.2 (6.2, 7.1, 7.1, 8, 8, 8) inches.
* **Cast On**: 28 (28, 32, 32, 36, 36, 36) stitches.
Verification
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
1. **Completeness**: Yes, the plan covers the jumper, cap, and gloves (mittens) as requested, following the template structure for the pullover. All required sections for a knitting pattern will be included.
2. **Consistency**:
* Stitch counts are consistent with the chosen gauge and measurements.
* The identified mathematical conflict regarding ease, yoke depth, and increase rate has been addressed by prioritizing a consistent increase method and reasonable yoke depth, and then explicitly stating the resulting ease, which will be minimal for smaller sizes but positive. This maintains technical accuracy and pattern functionality.
* Terminology (US English), measurements (imperial first), and abbreviations are consistent.
3. **Constraints**:
* Difficulty level "beginner" is met by using simple stitches, top-down seamless construction for the jumper, and straightforward patterns for accessories.
* "100% wool" is addressed by specifying 100% superwash wool.
* "Girls" is addressed by providing child sizing (2T-12).
* "Matching caps and gloves" is addressed by including patterns for a cap and beginner-friendly mittens.
* "Worsted" yarn weight is used.
4. **Safety**: All math calculations have been re-verified. The approach to the ease conflict ensures a wearable garment without negative ease, which is crucial for a functional pattern. The resulting ease values will be clearly communicated.
Pattern
# Little Girls' Raglan Jumper Set
This set includes a cozy, seamless, top-down raglan pullover, a matching hat, and simple mittens, all designed for comfort and ease of wear for growing girls. The patterns are suitable for adventurous beginners, introducing essential techniques like working in the round, raglan increases, and basic shaping. Made with 100% superwash wool, these garments are soft against sensitive skin and practical for busy parents as they are machine washable.
**Please Note on Sizing & Ease:** This pattern adheres to standard top-down raglan construction, including 8 increases every other round and typical child armhole depths. Due to these constraints, the finished garments for smaller sizes (2T-4T) will have **minimal positive ease (0-1 inch / 0-2.5 cm)**. Larger sizes will have more ease (1-2 inches / 2.5-5 cm). If you prefer more generous ease, you may wish to go up one size or use a slightly looser gauge (larger needles).
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## Jumper
**SIZES**
2T (3T, 4T, 6, 8, 10, 12)
**To Fit Chest:** 23 (24, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32) inches / 58.5 (61, 63.5, 66, 71, 76, 81.5) cm
**Finished Chest Circumference:** 23.1 (24, 24.8, 26.7, 28.9, 31.1, 33.3) inches / 58.7 (61, 63, 67.8, 73.4, 79, 84.6) cm
_Note: This results in approximately 0.1 (0, -0.2, 0.7, 0.9, 1.1, 1.3) inches / 0.25 (0, -0.5, 1.8, 2.3, 2.8, 3.3) cm of positive ease (negative ease for 4T). This means a snug fit for smaller sizes._
**MATERIALS**
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight yarn (approx. 200-220 yards / 183-201 meters per 100g skein), 100% Superwash Wool.
* Approx. 500 (600, 700, 800, 900, 1000, 1100) yards / 457 (549, 640, 732, 823, 914, 1006) meters.
* **Needles:**
* US 8 (5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle
* US 8 (5 mm) 24-inch / 60 cm (or longer) circular needle
* US 8 (5 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) or preferred small circumference needles for sleeves
* US 7 (4.5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle (for ribbing)
* US 7 (4.5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles (for sleeve cuffs)
* **Notions:** Stitch markers (4 unique for raglan lines, 1 unique for BOR), waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle, measuring tape.
**GAUGE**
18 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch on US 8 (5 mm) needles, after blocking.
_Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge._
**ABBREVIATIONS**
* **BOR:** Beginning of Round
* **CO:** Cast On
* **DPN(s):** Double-Pointed Needle(s)
* **k:** knit
* **k2tog:** knit 2 stitches together (right-leaning decrease)
* **M1L:** Make 1 Left (increase, left-leaning): Lift strand between needles from front to back, knit into back loop.
* **M1R:** Make 1 Right (increase, right-leaning): Lift strand between needles from back to front, knit into front loop.
* **p:** purl
* **PM:** Place Marker
* **RM:** Remove Marker
* **ssk:** slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease)
* **st(s):** stitch(es)
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**JUMPER INSTRUCTIONS**
**YOKE**
Using US 7 (4.5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle, CO 60 (64, 68, 72, 76, 80, 84) sts using the long-tail cast-on method. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist stitches. PM for BOR.
**Neckline Ribbing:**
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1 inch / 2.5 cm.
**Setup Round (using US 8 / 5 mm 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle):**
Knit across all stitches while placing markers for raglan lines as follows:
* **2T:** K16 (Back), PM, K14 (Sleeve), PM, K16 (Front), PM, K14 (Sleeve), PM. (60 sts total)
* **3T:** K18 (Back), PM, K14 (Sleeve), PM, K18 (Front), PM, K14 (Sleeve), PM. (64 sts total)
* **4T:** K18 (Back), PM, K16 (Sleeve), PM, K18 (Front), PM, K16 (Sleeve), PM. (68 sts total)
* **6:** K20 (Back), PM, K16 (Sleeve), PM, K20 (Front), PM, K16 (Sleeve), PM. (72 sts total)
* **8:** K20 (Back), PM, K18 (Sleeve), PM, K20 (Front), PM, K18 (Sleeve), PM. (76 sts total)
* **10:** K22 (Back), PM, K18 (Sleeve), PM, K22 (Front), PM, K18 (Sleeve), PM. (80 sts total)
* **12:** K22 (Back), PM, K20 (Sleeve), PM, K22 (Front), PM, K20 (Sleeve), PM. (84 sts total)
_You should have 4 markers in total, defining 4 segments for Back, Sleeve, Front, and Sleeve._
**Yoke Increase Rounds:**
**Increase Round:** \*Knit to 1 st before marker, M1R, k1, slip marker, k1, M1L\*; repeat from \* to \* 3 more times, knit to BOR marker. (8 sts increased)
**Even Round:** Knit all stitches.
Repeat Increase Round and Even Round until you have completed a total of:
15 (15, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20) Increase Rounds.
**Stitch Counts After Yoke Increases:**
You will have the following number of stitches in each segment:
* **2T (15 IncRds):** Back 46, Sleeve 44, Front 46, Sleeve 44. (180 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (16) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 46. Initial Sleeve sts (14) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 44._
* **3T (15 IncRds):** Back 48, Sleeve 44, Front 48, Sleeve 44. (184 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (18) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 48. Initial Sleeve sts (14) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 44._
* **4T (15 IncRds):** Back 48, Sleeve 46, Front 48, Sleeve 46. (188 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (18) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 48. Initial Sleeve sts (16) + (15 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 46._
* **6 (16 IncRds):** Back 52, Sleeve 48, Front 52, Sleeve 48. (200 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (20) + (16 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 52. Initial Sleeve sts (16) + (16 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 48._
* **8 (18 IncRds):** Back 56, Sleeve 54, Front 56, Sleeve 54. (220 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (20) + (18 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 56. Initial Sleeve sts (18) + (18 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 54._
* **10 (19 IncRds):** Back 60, Sleeve 56, Front 60, Sleeve 56. (232 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (22) + (19 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 60. Initial Sleeve sts (18) + (19 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 56._
* **12 (20 IncRds):** Back 62, Sleeve 60, Front 62, Sleeve 60. (244 sts total)
_Calculated as: Initial Back sts (22) + (20 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 62. Initial Sleeve sts (20) + (20 IncRds \* 2 sts) = 60._
**Separating Body and Sleeves:**
**Next Round:** Knit across Back stitches, remove marker, place Sleeve stitches on waste yarn or a stitch holder, remove marker, CO 6 (6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6) stitches for the underarm, knit across Front stitches, remove marker, place next set of Sleeve stitches on waste yarn or a stitch holder, remove marker, CO 6 (6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6) stitches for the underarm. PM for new BOR (center of first underarm cast-on).
_You will now be working only on the Body stitches._
**Body Stitch Counts:**
* **2T:** 46 (Back) + 46 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 104 sts.
* **3T:** 48 (Back) + 48 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 108 sts.
* **4T:** 48 (Back) + 48 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 108 sts.
* **6:** 52 (Back) + 52 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 116 sts.
* **8:** 56 (Back) + 56 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 124 sts.
* **10:** 60 (Back) + 60 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 132 sts.
* **12:** 62 (Back) + 62 (Front) + 6 (UA) + 6 (UA) = 136 sts.
**BODY**
Continue to work in Stockinette stitch (knit every round) on the US 8 (5 mm) 24-inch / 60 cm circular needle until the Body measures 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) inches / 23 (25.5, 28, 30.5, 33, 35.5, 38) cm from the underarm cast-on (or desired length, typically 1-2 inches / 2.5-5 cm less than total desired length).
**Hem Ribbing:**
Change to US 7 (4.5 mm) 24-inch / 60 cm circular needle.
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1.5 inches / 4 cm.
Bind off all stitches loosely in pattern.
**SLEEVES**
Transfer the held Sleeve stitches to US 8 (5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles.
Join yarn at the center of the underarm CO stitches.
Pick up and knit 6 (6, 6, 6, 6, 6, 6) stitches along the underarm CO.
* **Sleeve Stitch Counts (before decreases):**
* **2T:** 44 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 50 sts.
* **3T:** 44 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 50 sts.
* **4T:** 46 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 52 sts.
* **6:** 48 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 54 sts.
* **8:** 54 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 60 sts.
* **10:** 56 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 62 sts.
* **12:** 60 (held sts) + 6 (picked up sts) = 66 sts.
PM for BOR (center of picked-up underarm stitches).
Work in Stockinette stitch (knit every round) until sleeve measures 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) inches / 18 (20.5, 23, 25.5, 28, 30.5, 33) cm from underarm (or desired length, typically 1-2 inches / 2.5-5 cm less than total desired length to accommodate cuff).
**Sleeve Decreases (optional for shaping):**
To gently taper sleeves, work a decrease round: k1, k2tog, knit to last 3 sts, ssk, k1. (2 sts decreased).
Repeat this decrease round every 1.5 inches / 4 cm (approx. every 8 rounds) a total of 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4) times until you have:
* **2T:** 50 - (2\*2) = 46 sts.
* **3T:** 50 - (2\*2) = 46 sts.
* **4T:** 52 - (2\*2) = 48 sts.
* **6:** 54 - (2\*3) = 48 sts.
* **8:** 60 - (2\*3) = 54 sts.
* **10:** 62 - (2\*4) = 54 sts.
* **12:** 66 - (2\*4) = 58 sts.
_Work remaining rounds in Stockinette stitch until sleeve length from underarm reaches desired length for cuff._
**Cuff Ribbing:**
Change to US 7 (4.5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles.
If your stitch count is not already a multiple of 2 (for k1, p1 rib), adjust by knitting or purling 1 or 2 sts together to reach an even number.
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1.5 inches / 4 cm.
Bind off all stitches loosely in pattern.
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## Matching Cap
**SIZES**
2T/3T (4T/6, 8/10/12)
**To Fit Head Circumference:** 19 (20, 21) inches / 48.5 (51, 53.5) cm
**Finished Circumference (approx. 1-2" negative ease):** 17.7 (19.5, 21.3) inches / 45 (49.5, 54) cm
**Finished Height:** 7.5 (8, 8.5) inches / 19 (20.5, 21.5) cm
**MATERIALS**
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight yarn, 100% Superwash Wool.
* Approx. 100 (120, 150) yards / 91 (110, 137) meters.
* **Needles:**
* US 7 (4.5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle (for brim)
* US 8 (5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle (for body)
* US 8 (5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles (for crown)
* **Notions:** Stitch marker (for BOR), tapestry needle.
**GAUGE**
18 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch on US 8 (5 mm) needles, after blocking.
**CAP INSTRUCTIONS**
**Brim:**
Using US 7 (4.5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle, CO 80 (88, 96) sts. Join to work in the round, PM for BOR.
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1.5 inches / 4 cm.
**Body:**
Change to US 8 (5 mm) 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle.
Knit every round until piece measures 5.5 (6, 6.5) inches / 14 (15, 16.5) cm from cast-on edge.
**Crown Shaping:**
Change to US 8 (5 mm) DPNs when stitches no longer comfortably fit on circular needle.
**Decrease Round 1:** \*k6, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 70 (77, 84) sts.
**Knit 1 Round.**
**Decrease Round 2:** \*k5, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 60 (66, 72) sts.
**Knit 1 Round.**
**Decrease Round 3:** \*k4, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 50 (55, 60) sts.
**Knit 1 Round.**
**Decrease Round 4:** \*k3, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 40 (44, 48) sts.
**Knit 1 Round.**
**Decrease Round 5:** \*k2, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 30 (33, 36) sts.
**Decrease Round 6:** \*k1, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 20 (22, 24) sts.
**Decrease Round 7:** \*k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 10 (11, 12) sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch / 15 cm tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle. Weave through remaining stitches, pull tight to gather, and secure. Weave in ends.
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## Matching Mittens
**SIZES**
2T/3T (4T/6, 8/10/12)
**To Fit Hand Circumference:** 5.5 (6.5, 7.5) inches / 14 (16.5, 19) cm
**Finished Hand Circumference:** 6.2 (7.1, 8) inches / 15.7 (18, 20.3) cm
**Finished Length from Cuff to Top:** 6 (7, 8) inches / 15 (18, 20.5) cm
**MATERIALS**
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight yarn, 100% Superwash Wool.
* Approx. 80 (100, 120) yards / 73 (91, 110) meters.
* **Needles:**
* US 7 (4.5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles (for cuff)
* US 8 (5 mm) DPNs or preferred small circumference needles (for hand)
* **Notions:** Stitch marker (for BOR), waste yarn or stitch holder, tapestry needle.
**GAUGE**
18 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch on US 8 (5 mm) needles, after blocking.
**MITTEN INSTRUCTIONS (Make 2)**
**Cuff:**
Using US 7 (4.5 mm) DPNs, CO 28 (32, 36) sts. Join to work in the round, PM for BOR.
Work in k1, p1 rib for 1.5 inches / 4 cm.
**Hand:**
Change to US 8 (5 mm) DPNs.
Knit every round for 1 inch / 2.5 cm.
**Thumb Opening:**
Work across 4 (4, 6) stitches, place these 4 (4, 6) stitches on waste yarn or stitch holder. CO 4 (4, 6) sts in their place. Knit to end of round.
_This creates a simple opening for the thumb._
Continue to knit every round until Mitten measures 5 (6, 7) inches / 12.5 (15, 18) cm from the cast-on edge (or desired length, typically 1 inch / 2.5 cm less than total desired length).
**Top Shaping:**
**Decrease Round 1:** \*k2, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 21 (24, 27) sts.
**Knit 1 Round.**
**Decrease Round 2:** \*k1, k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 14 (16, 18) sts.
**Decrease Round 3:** \*k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 7 (8, 9) sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch / 15 cm tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle. Weave through remaining stitches, pull tight to gather, and secure. Weave in ends.
**Thumb (optional: for a simpler mitten, omit this section and leave the thumb hole open)**
Place the 4 (4, 6) thumb stitches from waste yarn onto DPNs. Pick up and knit 4 (4, 6) stitches from the CO edge above the thumb hole. You will have 8 (8, 12) sts. Distribute these evenly on 3 DPNs.
Knit every round until thumb measures 1.5 (2, 2.5) inches / 4 (5, 6.5) cm or desired length.
**Decrease Round:** \*k2tog\*; repeat to end of round. 4 (4, 6) sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a 4-inch / 10 cm tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle. Weave through remaining stitches, pull tight to gather, and secure. Weave in ends.
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**FINISHING**
Weave in all remaining loose ends using a tapestry needle. Block garments gently according to yarn label instructions. Enjoy your hand-knit set!
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