Graduates by Lorraine Pistorio

Graduates

Knitting
April 2019
DK (11 wpi) ?
US 3 - 3.25 mm
250 yards (229 m)
English
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Graduates are knit in the round, using Magic Loop or double pointed needles. The base/body, feet, arms and head are all knit on as you work along, and are approx. 7 ¾”. The clothing is not removable. Graduates are created using #3-light wt. (DK wt.) yarn. These darling graduates stand freely, proudly wearing honor cords and holding diploma! Perfect for someone who has worked hard to achieve the goal!
NOTE: #4-Worsted Wt. (Aran/10-ply) yarn may be substituted for all, but a larger finished item will result.
Main Color (Gown, Cap & Shoes): 130 yds. (Red Heart Babyhugs- Frosting & Ink)
Body Color: 70 yds. (Robin DK– 49)
Hair Color: 40 yds. (To create wavy hair, yarn must be Acrylic)
(King Cole Pricewise DK- Gold) (Scheepjes Colour Crafter- Vlissingen-1723)
Diploma: 10 yds. (Red Heart Babyhugs- Frosting)
Tassel & Honor Cord(s): small amounts
• Size 3 (3.25mm) 32” Circular Knitting Needles (if using Magic Loop) or Double Pointed Needles
• Safety Eyes: 8mm or embroidery thread/yarn
• Embroidery thread or yarn for mouth & nose
• 2” diameter Plastic Canvas Circle
(For base: could be cut from rectangle piece)
• 2 ½” diameter Plastic Canvas Square (For cap)
• Crochet Hook (for attaching hair)
• Access to Iron & Board (for creating wavy hair)
• Ring Stitch Markers & Removable Stitch Markers
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needle & Long Straight Pins
• Polyester Fiberfill Stuffing