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 Hanukiah is a candleholder used during Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, to honor the struggle of the ancient Maccabees for religious freedom. Their victory allowed them to reclaim the Jerusalem Temple. They had just enough oil to light the temple for one day, but miraculously their lantern burned for eight days and nights. The hanukiah holds nine candles, one for each of the eight days and one used to light the others. During Hanukkah, one new candle is lit at each sunset. The hanukiah symbolizes the miracle of the oil, and the power of religious faith.

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.