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Balaclava is worked flat from the top down in Fisherman’s rib. After the hood, work is joined in the round for the neck ribbing. Choose the size with 0” ease, the stitch pattern is very stretchy.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

11.5 (12.5)“ / 29 (31.5) cm tall
14 (16.5)” / 35.5 (42) cm neck circumference
Shown in size 1 and 2

YARN
Woolfolk Fleck Bulky
90% Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino®, 10% Donegal 109 yds per 100 g skein (Bulky weight)
2 skeins in color no. FKB4 or FKB6

SAMPLES
Sample 1 (size 1, color no. FKB4).
Sample 2 (size 2, color no. FKB6).

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
Two US 13 (9 mm) 14” / 35 cm circular needles US 15 (10 mm) 14” / 35 mm circular needle
Tapestry needle, marker, holders

GAUGE
12 sts and 24 rows = 4” in Fisherman’s rib on US 13 (9 mm) needles, blocked
13 sts and 18 rnds = 4” in 1x1 rib on US 13 (9 mm) needles, blocked