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*This pattern is available in the Challah Cover Bundle*

Add elegance and artistry to your Shabbat table with this knit challah cover. Worked in stranded colorwork, the Hebrew word “Shabbat” is interspersed with wheat motifs. The pattern includes both charts and written instructions for the colorwork design. Create a family heirloom that will be treasured for years to come.

Technique: Knit

Skill Level: Easy

Finished Measurements: 19.5 inches wide x 17.75 inches long

Materials:

Fingering weight cotton yarn

320 yards MC

35 yards CC1

35 yards CC2

25 yards CC3

Sample made in Scheepjes Catona 100% mercerized cotton (1.75 oz [50 g], 137 yd [125 m]) per skein: 3 skeins #404 english tea (MC), 1 skein each #157 root beer (CC1), #383 ginger gold (CC2), and #395 willow (CC3)

US Size 3 (3.25mm) knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge

Tapestry needle