When knit of #10 crochet cotton on size 0 needles, the Diamond 47 series creates a miniature symbol, suitable for use as an ornament. Finished size is 3 1/2” x 3 1/2” (9 cm x 9 cm) measured as a square; 5” x 5” (12.5 cm x 12.5 cm) tip to tip, measured as a diamond. Stay posted for other gauge options!

Design is presented both in chart and written instruction format.

The Dharma Wheel is the oldest universal symbol for Buddhism. Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) in India more than 2,500 years ago. The Buddha taught that suffering is inevitable in life, but relief can be found by following the Eightfold Path, represented by the eight spokes of the Dharma Wheel. Buddhists believe that nothing is fixed or permanent and that change is always possible. Buddhism is primarily an oral tradition, passed directly from teacher to student. Buddhist practice involves meditation and studying koans, paradoxical stories and riddles meant to lead to greater enlightenment.

The knitting itself is not complicated, but it is important to count and follow chart (or written instructions) accurately. The knitting is basic; the chart following is basic (for a given row, all stitches are on one chart); and the chart management is basic (entire design is on one chart).

Charts and written instructions were created using Stitchmastery software.