This gnome-style balaclava is the perfect accessory for those cold weather months. The all-over-texture basketweave allows for a warm material without being too thick and bulky. Ideal for outside play, ears are covered, neck is protected, and your sweet kiddos stay snug. Sized for baby, toddler, child, and adult, the big kids can have one to match, too!

Materials

• 1 (1,1,2) skeins/ 130 (146, 172, 236) yds. Malabrigo Rios, Peachy colorway
• US 5 (3.75 mm) straight or 16”
  circular needles
• US 5 (3.75 mm) DPNs
• US 8 (5.0 mm) straight or 16” circular needles
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge

28 sts x 25 rows = 4” / 10 cm over basketweave st on US 8 / 5.0 mm needles.

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