12 Days of Winter - 2021 A Kit Collection from Universal Yarn
12 Days of Winter The fifth edition of our annual themed series of kits is here! These kits are offered exclusively to LYSes through the beginning of the new year, with the associated patterns becoming available for sale online to consumers in early 2022. As always, they are packaged in attractive clear bags that let you see exactly what you’re getting, featuring a color image of pattern, and tied with festive ribbons. This year, we’re offering some new goodies with purchase. The exclusive project bag and stitch marker are shown on the next page!
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Color copy of pattern Yarn to make project Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles/Hooks and notions
Crystalline Cowl The Crystalline Cowl combines three of our yarns into a textured, shimmering, and fully lined accessory you can wear loose or doubled up for the chilliest days.
Circumference: 46” Height: 8½” Provisional Cast On Knit in the round Graft lining to body
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Universal Yarn Minou (40% baby alpaca, 52% nylon, 8% merino wool; 50g/158 yds) • 101 Borzoi (A) – 3 skeins Fibra Natura Dona (100% extrafine superwash merino wool; 50g/126 yds) • 101 Vanilla (B) – 3 skeins Universal Yarn Universe (41% cotton, 42% linen, 8% polyamide, 9% glitter; 50g/246 yards) • 10-03 Crystal (C) – 2 skeins Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles & Notions (Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, waste yarn, crochet hook for provisional cast-on)
Day 1
Sleigh Ride Set Worked in our lovely, nonsuperwash Deluxe Worsted yarn, this woolly hat and mitten set will ward off the cold to keep you comfortable. Creative cabled tree motifs decorate the hat, topped with a cute pom pom for fun. The mitts also feature the trees and mirror one another – a special touch to be sure! Size: Adult Medium Cabled Charted and Written In the Round
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Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted (100% wool; 100g/220 yds) • 12282 Hunter Green – 1 skein • 40002 Millet – 2 skeins Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 8 (5 mm) set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size for gauge US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, stitch holder, cable needle, 2½” pompom maker
Day 2
Polar Nights The glimmering Polar Nights cowl is inspired by the long, starry nights of the arctic. It features colorwork in sparkling Ricorumi Lamé DK on a background of deep blue, holding a strand of extra fine merino Donnina and mohair/silk Super Kid Mohair Loves Silk together. The combination creates a decadent, soft halo that’s a treat to wear. In the Round Circumference: 24” Height: 9¾”
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Fibra Natura Donnina (100% superwash extra fine merino wool; 50g/180 yds) • 224 Navy (A) – 1 ball Rico Design Essentials Super Kid Mohair h Silk (70% mohair, 30% silk; 25g/218 yds) • 024 Navy (B) – 1 ball Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK (62% polyester, 38% nylon; 10g/55 yds) • 102 Gold (C) – 2 balls Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 4 (3.5 mm) 16” circular or size needed for gauge US Size 3 (3.25 mm) 16” circular Notions: Tapestry needle, additnl stitch markers
Day 3
By the Fire Slippers Snuggling up to watch a movie by the fireplace is a favorite winter pastime, made even better with a pair of handmade slippers to keep your feet toasty warm! These slippers are knit with our Deluxe Worsted Superwash yarn. Sophisticated colors make this pair of slippers a perfect handmade gift for anyone on your list.
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Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash (100% superwash wool; 100g/218 yds) • 748 Oatmeal Heather (MC) – 1 ball (all sizes) • 751 Pomegranate Heather (CC) – 1 ball (all sizes) Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 6 (4 mm) straight and set of DPNs US Size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” circ Notions: Tapestry needle, additnl stitch markers, crochet hook (suggested US G/6 (4 mm), spare US Size 5 (3.75) mm 16” circ (for three-needle bind-off)
Day 4
Cinnamon Swirl (Knit Version) The Cinnamon Swirl Stole (knit version) echoes the spirit of the holidays. Nymph has fuzzy nylon fibers blown through the cotton chainette base of the yarn, which gives the entire project an ethereal and snowy-looking halo. With a bold candy-stripe color block and lots of texture from the stitch patterns and bobbles, this is a statement accessory you’ll want to wear all winter long. Intermediate Length (without Fringe): 64½” Width: 22” Written and Charted
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Rozetti Yarns Nymph (84% cotton, 16% polyamide; 50g/125 yds) • 113 Swan (A) – 6 skeins • 103 Velvet (B) – 6 skeins Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 6 (4.5 mm) straight or size for gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, crochet hook (for attaching Fringe)
Day 5
Cinnamon Swirl (Crochet Version) Sweet color blocking and gorgeous textures come together to create the breathtaking Cinnamon Swirl Stole. This crochet piece is full of diamonds and bobbles, and is finished off with fringe for an extra special touch.
Intermediate Written and Charted Size: 18” x 62”(excluding Fringe)
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Rozetti Yarns Nymph (84% cotton, 16% polyamide; 50g/125 yds) • 113 Swan (A) – 9 skeins • 103 Velvet (B) – 8 skeins Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Hook: US Size H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge Notions: Tapestry needle
Day 5
Marshmallow Cuddly and sweet, Marshmallow is such a treat! This adorable stuffed friend is plump and soft as his namesake. At nearly 20” tall, he’s the ideal snuggle buddy and would make a great gift for any little one in your life
Easy Bear Height: 19” Circumference (at widest point): 22” Removable sweater
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Universal Yarn Bella Chenille Big Glimmer (94% polyester, 6% metallized polyester; 200g/87 yds) • 601 Drift (A) – 1 ball Universal Yarn Bella Chenille (100% polyester; 100g/131 yds) • 121 Indigo (B) – 1 ball • 125 Oatmeal (C) – 1 ball Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles: US Size 11 (8 mm) set of DPNs & straight US Size 10 (6 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNs US Size 9 (5.5 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNs Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, poly-fill stuffing, scrap black yarn (to embroider face)
Day 6
Enchanted Scarf The Enchanted Scarf was inspired by holiday decorations. A cabled pattern reminiscent of a garland decorates each end, while a lattice-like twisted stitch pattern reminds us of lovely lights.
Intermediate Written and Charted Length (Without Fringe): 74” Width: 10½”
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Fibra Natura Kingston Tweed (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% mixed fiber; 50g/194 yds) • 115 Garnet – 4 hanks Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles: US Size 5 (3.75 mm) straight or your preferred needle for knitting flat or size needed for gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, cable needle
Day 7
Trio of Trees Equal parts whimsical and sophisticated, the Trio of Trees plays with a subtle color palette inspired by the season. Superwash extrafine merino wool Dona is pleasant to work with. Held with sequined Cotton Gold, it suggests holiday lights and ornaments.
Easy Worked in the Round Stuffed, on styrofoam bases Fibra Natura Dona (100% extrafine superwash merino wool; 50g / 126 yds) • 133 Blue Hint (A) – 1 ball • 128 Balsam (B) – 1 ball • 132 Alabaster (C) – 1 ball Rozetti Yarns Cotton Gold (65% cotton, 27% payette, 8% metallic; 25g /200 yds) • 1091 Cream with Gold Sequins (D) – 1 ball Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles: US Size 6 (4 mm) set of DPNS or size for gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, US Size G-6 crochet hook (for picot edging), two small 6” and one large 10” floral Styrofoam cones (at most local craft stores in floral department), poly-fill stuffing
Day 8
Winterworld Bring the magic of the Holiday Season into your home with this glistening Table Runner. Our sparkling yarn Universe held with our soft yet sturdy Bella Cash makes for a classic addition to your seasonal décor. Winterworld can double as an elegant stole.
Width: approx. 19½” Length: approx. 88” Snowflakes made separately, then joined
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Universal Yarn Bella Cash (60% superwash fine merino, 30% nylon, 10% cashmere; 50 g/ 230 yds) • 111 Cream (A) – 2 balls • 116 Sage (B) - 2 balls Universal Yarn Universe (42% linen, 41% cotton, 8% polyamide, 9% glitter; 50g/246 yds) • 10-03 Crystal (A) - 2 balls • 10-06 Candy (B) - 2 balls Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Hook: US Size H/8 (5 mm) Notions: Tapestry needle, sewing needle, sewing thread or embroidery floss (in color that matches Snowflakes)
Day 9
Evergreen Shawl The Evergreen Shawl is like a beautiful forest in the wintertime, with a lace pattern on the main fabric that resembles trees dotting a landscape. Deluxe Worsted 100% wool will keep you warm and toasty, but the lace edging makes this piece easy to dress up or down as you wish.
Intermediate Width at widest edge: 35” Length: 88¼”
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Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted (100% wool; 100g/220 yds) •12296 Green Leaf – 5 skeins Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 8 (5 mm) 32” circular or longer (to accommodate large number of sts) or size for gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers
Day 10
Ginger Snap Hats The Ginger Snap Hats are a trio of patterns rolled into one! Perfect to make as holiday gifts for loved ones, or a special treat for yourself, these festive hats combine a variety of stitch patterns and techniques into one kit that you’ll love making and wearing.
Easy to Intermediate Size: Adult Medium Great stitch sampler kit!
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Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Tweed Superwash (90% superwash wool, 7% acrylic, 3% viscose; 100g / 218 yds) • 910 Porcelain (A) – 1 ball • 920 Camel (B) – 1 ball • 913 Smoke (C) – 1 ball Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needles: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNS US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” circular US Size 8 (5 mm) 16” circular Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, cable needle, 3” pom pom maker
Day 11
Snowfall Shawl Knit in shimmering, soft Noelle, this shawl is decorated with a flurry of lacy snowflakes. The unique shape makes it simple to wear around your neck and shoulders without slipping off. This modestly sized shawl is the perfect, luxurious gift for someone special in your life.
Intermediate Wingspan: 45½” Depth at Center: 17½”
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Universal Yarn Noelle (29% polyester, 26% baby alpaca, 26% merino wool, 19% nylon; 50g/208 yds) • 301 Elida – 3 balls Project Bag Universal Yarn Stitch Marker
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Needle: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 32” circular or longer (to accommodate large number of sts) or size needed to obtain gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, add’l stitch markers, 5½” tall piece of cardboard (for tassels)
Day 12
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