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Sleek and Soft by Fatema Habibur-Rahman, Khadija Habibur-Rahman, and Hajera Habibur-Rahman

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Sleek and Soft

by Fatema Habibur-Rahman, Khadija Habibur-Rahman, and Hajera Habibur-Rahman

Published in

Gorgeous Knitted Afghans

Craft

Knitting

Category

Blanket → Throw

Published

January 2004

Suggested yarn

Trendsetter Yarns Dune

Trendsetter Yarns Sunshine

Yarn weight

Aran (8 wpi) ?

Gauge

20 stitches = 4 inches
in st st using Yarn A

Needle size

US 8 - 5.0 mm

Yardage

1395 yards (1276 m)

Sizes available

One size - 40 x 51" (102 x 130cm)

Languages

English

Skill level: Beginner

Description from book:

This afghan begins with a shiny ribbed panel that blends into a soft mohair center. The pattern is suitable for beginners, and will deliver stunning results.

Suggested Yarn

Yarn A: Approx total: 855yd/782m of rayon/nylon blend, lightweight yarn
Yarn B: Approx total: 540yd/494m of mohair/acrylic/viscose/nylon/metal blend, bulky weight yarn

Additional Materials
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Large crochet hook for attaching fringe
Cardboard strip, 5”/12.7cm wide, for making fringe

Additional Gauge notes
20 sts = 4”/10cm over St st using Yarn A
16 sts = 4”/10cm over St st using Yarn B