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Black and White Hat by Carolyn Vance

This simple hat, designed by Carolyn Vance, is the perfect match to the Black and White Mittens in this issue and can be worked from the same 100g hanks. A single line of red, topped by a black and white herringbone braid adds visual interest to the edge of the hat and discourages curling

Wheat Chain Socks by Heather Storta

These socks designed by Heather Storta are worked toe-up with a reverse heel-flap heel and a center-sole gusset. The gusset placement allows the sock to fit more snugly at the arch than traditionally constructed socks. To ensure a good fit, accurate measurement is needed before starting the gusset increase section.

Bubbles Tunic By Arenda Holladay

This tunic features an A-line shape and a turtleneck. After the back and front are worked and blocked, the duplicate stitch is added. It is much easier to embroider a flat piece! The sleeves are worked top-down using short rows.

Celtic Night Cowl by Michael Harrigan

This cowl, designed by Michael Harrigan, uses many different stitch patterns. Eyelet, lace, slip stitch and Fair Isle are all used. The contrasting colors used in this cowl are very close to those that can be seen when the Aurora Borealis illuminates the northern sky.