Gelt Bag and Dreidel by Yarnspirations Design Studio

Gelt Bag and Dreidel

Knitting
October 2022
Aran (8 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stocking stitch with larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
English
This pattern is available for free.

Create a new tradition around this handmade knit dreidel and gelt bag. Stitched in our durable Red Heart Super Saver, you can make your dreidel and gelt bag using any colors you want as you practice stocking stitch, duplicate stitch, and icord techniques. Finish off your items using embroidery for the detail. It’s a great way to surprise kids of all ages with a meaningful keepsake to help make every Hanukah special.

Gelt Bag: Approx 4” 10 cm tall x 4” 10 cm wide.
Dreidel: Approx 2” 5 cm wide x 4” 10 cm long (excluding handle).

Yarns for model:
Red Heart® Super Saver™ (7 oz/198 g; 364 yds/333 m)
Contrast A Soft White (0316) 1 ball
Contrast B Royal (0385) 1 ball

Materials:
Size U.S. 6 4 mm knitting needles. Sets of 4 sizes U.S. 2 2.75 mm and U.S. 6 4 mm double-pointed knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Safety pin. Stuffing.