Chess Pie Pumpkins by Amanda Tozzi

Chess Pie Pumpkins

Knitting
August 2023
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
9 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in Chess Pie stitch pattern
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
25 - 45 yards (23 - 41 m)
Small, Large
English
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Is there anything cozier than a hand knit pumpkin? These little trinkets will put you in the mood for sweater weather and a pumpkin spice latte - I guarantee it! They will add the sweetest accents to your living room or make lovely housewarming gifts. And they are fun (and quick!) projects for knitters of all experience levels! This pattern includes instructions for 2 different pumpkin sizes - Small and Large.

What you will need:
25 (45) yds (23, 41 m) in any super bulky (category 6) yarn (like Lion Brand Thick & Quick)
4 Size 10.5 US (6.5 mm) double pointed knitting needles (DPNs) OR
Size 10.5 US (6.5 mm) circular knitting needles with a 16 in cable
1 stitch marker
Tapestry yarn needle
Scissors
Cinnamon stick
Polyfil OR
Leftover yarn tails and scraps
Glue gun (optional)
Pumpkin tea sachet (optional)

Skills needed: Casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, knitting in the round.

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