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KNITTING PATTERNS FROM FEED THE CHILDREN

Take a basic jumper or cardigan ...hat ...or mittens... Add a flower or bright motif Or try one of our exclusive designs

Spindrift, by Heather Cawte Sugar Plum, by Mary-Louise Quick

A stitch in time can save a life

Every purchase of Best Yard Forward supports children in desperate need; children who are orphaned, homeless, or suffering the effects of conflict, poverty or HIV/Aids. Knit these colourful and fun patterns for your family, and make a difference to some of the poorest children on earth at the same time. From time to time, FTC accepts donations of knitted items to send to needy children in places like Uganda, Kenya, Angola, eastern Europe and Asia. Please call us on 0118 932 0095 to find out about our current needs, or see www.feedthechildren.org.uk

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Why support Feed The Children?

A child like Elias depends on the generosity of Feed The Children donors for his life. When Feed The Children staff first met him, Elias was an orphan, living in the Te Tegu camp for internally displaced people, in northern Uganda. Elias was only five years old; he had no parents and no resources. He was under-nourished, and had worms. Te Tegu camp has a school; but it had no desks, books or basic classroom stationery until Feed The Children arrived. Now that Elias is being supported by FTC, he is getting a good meal everyday; he has clothes to wear, and paper and pencils to use in school. Every six months, a simple tablet keeps him free of worms. His school now has basic stationery, pens, pencils and chalk. Feed The Children supports children who are homeless, abandoned, orphaned, or affected by poverty, conflict or HIV/Aids, in places like Uganda, Kenya, Angola and Liberia. Every purchase of this book helps a child like Elias to have a meal, simple medications and help to go to school. Elias has a futurethanks to you!

Motifs for colour and fun

Children will love these bright motifs, adding fun touches to a plain sleeve, hat, jumper or mitten. Its easy to design your own, using squared paper. Or try one of these, from Feed The Children volunteer Margaret McConkey. Use oddments of yarn in the same weight as the main garment, or experiment with different kinds of yarn for a more tactile effect.

Educationkey to the future

Give the children food and the opportunity to learn and theres no stopping them. Feed The Children doesnt just feed bodies. We also feed minds, because education is key to helping poor communities to t r a n s f o r m themselves. Literacy and numeracy raise aspirations and boost confidence. We provide schools like this one in Uganda with basic materials such as paper, pens, chalk and exercise books. Older children benefit from vocational training; skills like bicycle repair, bakery, tailoring, agriculture and animal husbandry help young people to provide for themselves. Children who have lived on the street, at risk of exploitation, substance abuse and violence, now have better alternatives, with knock-on effects for their community and for future generations.

A textured yarn would give this sheep a strokeable body.

A tail for this elephant could be embroidered or tasselledor a plait in a textured yarn for a flourish.

Embroider features and legs on a bright yellow duck for a cheerful effect.

Creative touches! Try This fun spider is an easy way to liven up a sleeve or mitten. Embroider the legs and features, and add a web, too, if you like! one of Margaret McConkeys cheerful motifs

It all starts with food...

Education is vital, if communities are to rise above poverty. But children who are hungry all the time cant learn; they easily get tired and irritable in school. And if their drinking water is dirty, they are often ill. Thats why, at schools supported by Feed The Children, a few simple measures make such a difference; a nourishing mid-day meal; training in good hygiene; provision of latrine and washing facilities. For many children like these in Kibera, Kenya, a meal at school is the only meal of the dayand can make the difference between succeeding and failing in school. Thats why the most important task of all is to FEED

Embroider the small features on this bright ladybirdadd antennae if you like.

How to centre a motif Count the number of stitches in the garment piece. Subtract the number of stitches in the motif. Divide this number by twothe result is how many stitches in from the edge to start. Use the same basic shape to make a back and front of this rabbitembroider features on the front, and add a pompom tail to the back.

Make this cheeky monkey in shades of soft orange and brown. Embroider small features.

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and work all increases ssk) 3 times, k1(2,2) *. and decreases 2 stitches Rep from * to * to last st, in from the edge. k1 (0,0). Back 9th row: s1, * (k2tog, yf) 3 times, k9 (9,10), (yf, ssk) On smaller size needles, 3 times, k0 (1,1) *. Rep cast on 86 (89, 93) sts by from * to * to last st, k1 e-wrap method (0,0). Commence with 4 rows g 11th row: s1, * k1, (k2tog, st as follows yf) 2 times, k11 (11,12), (yf, ssk) 2 times, k1 (2,2) 1st row: k to end *. Rep from * to * to last 2nd row: s1, k to end st, k1 (0,0). Change to larger 13th row: s1, * (k2tog, yf) needles. 2 times, k13 (13,14), (yf, Lace border pattern ssk) 2 times, k0 (1,1)*. Rep from * to * to last st, 1st row (RS): s1, * (k2tog, k1 (0,0) yf) 5 times, k1 (1,2), (yf, ssk) 5 times, K0 (1,1) *. 15th row: s1, * k1, (k2tog, Rep from * to * to last st, yf) 1 times, k15 (15,16), (yf, ssk) 1 times, k1 (2,2) k1 (0,0). *. Rep from * to * to last 2nd row and all following st, k1 (0,0). WS rows: s1, p to end 17th row: s1, * (k2tog, yf) 3rd row: s1, * k1, (k2tog, 1 times, k17, (yf, ssk) 1 yf) 4 times, k3 (3,4), (yf, times k0 (1,1) *. Rep ssk) 4 times, k1, (2,2) *. from * to * to last st, k1 Rep from * to * to last st, (0,0) k1, (0,0). 18th row: Purl 1 row. 5th row: s1, * (k2tog, yf) 4 times, k5 (5,6), (yf, ssk) 4 Shape skirt times, k0 (1,1) *. Rep st 1 size only - Next row from * to * to last st, k1 (1st dec row) s1, * k2 (0,0). tog, k 17, ssk, K1* rep 7th row: s1, * k1, (k2tog, from * to * to last st, k1 (Continued on page 9) yf) 3 times, k7 (7,8), (yf,

16, (17, 19) sts from stitch-holder for back neck, pick up and knit 4, (4, 4) sts from left hand neck 66, (68, 72) sts in total. Commencing with a p row, work 9 rows ss. Cast off very loosely. Assembly (part 2)

Using mattress stitch, join remaining shoulder seam and collar seam. Allow collar to roll over to right side (use a couple of stitches at shoulder seams to secure it, if necessary). Set in sleeves. Join side and underarm seams. Darn in ends. Wet block by hand, though it shouldnt be necessary to pin it out to shape. Thread narrow ribbon through eyelet holes and tie in front with a bow. Trim the ribbon ends to prevent fraying.

Recommended sequence of sewing up: Shoulders and neck first. Next, sew the top of the sleeves to the main body of the jumper. Lastly, sew up the side seams of the jumper and underside of the sleeves in one go. Catch down the turtleneck at several points around the neck.

cast-on edge, finishing after a WS row, and cast off. Making up It is very important to use a technique such as mattress stitch to sew up these pieces, as the seams will otherwise be very bulky. Whatever type of stitch you use, make sure that the cuffs and neck do not have obvious seams on either side of the work. Standard Abbreviations

Mary-Louise Quicks beautifully feminine top, in Sirdar Blur, will delight a young girl.

You need: 2 (3, 3) balls Sirdar Blur 1.5 metres of narrow ribbon 5mm & 5.5 mm needles To fit: 24, (26, 28) chest - approx ages 6-7, (8-9, 10-11 years). Actual size 26, (28, 30) chest; 10, (11, 12) underarm seam. Instructions are given for the smallest size; variations for larger sizes are given in brackets stitch-holders knitwise; pw purlwise; dec decrease; rh right-hand; lh left-hand; yf yarn forward; up 1 insert lh needle under bar between stitches, and k into the back of it; ssk slip next 2 sts onto rh needle as if to knit, then insert lh needle into front of the 2 sts, and knit them together.

Tension: 16 sts and 20 rows to 4 inches on Note to get a neat edge 5.5mm needles. for seaming up, slip the Abbreviations: kw first stitch in every row,

A Mushrooming Business
Roselidias husband died, leaving her and her five children to fend for themselves. FTC offered two of her children sponsored places in school, and Roselidia the loan of 100 chicks. From there on, there was no stopping her. She and a group of women in her village, near Kampala, Uganda, began rearing pigs as well as chickens, and their latest cash cropmushrooms. The women had to prove their commitment to the project by providing adequate shelter for the animals, and in return, they get ongoing support and training from FTC. Business is mushrooming; most importantly, Roselidia can feed her five childrenwhich is what Feed The Children is all about. Help people to help themselves. Support Feed The Children.

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Spindrift
Sizes row. To fit 6 7 years or 65cm Continue in slip stitch chest (8 9 years or 70cm p a t t e r n until work chest) measures 42 (46) cm from cast-on edge, finishing Figures in brackets refer to after a WS row. larger size; where there is only one set of figures this The first 4cm of the applies to both sizes. turtleneck are worked within the body of the Tension jumper thus: Yarn used knits to this tension: 18 sts x 24 rows Row 1 (RS) (k1, sl1 pwise) to measure 10 x 10 cm in for 16 (18) sts, K1, (k2, P2) pattern using 6.5mm for 32 (34) sts, (sl1 pwise, needles. Use larger or K1) to end of row smaller needles if Row 2 (WS) P 16 (18) sts, necessary to obtain correct (K2, P2) for 32 (34) sts, P tension. to end Slip stitch pattern When work measures 46 Row 1 (RS) (K1, sl1 pwise) (50) cm from CO edge, to last st, K1 decrease thus: Row 2 WS) P whole row Row 1 (RS) CO 17 (19) sts, Front and back (make 2 (K2, P2) for 32 (34) sts, alike) (sl1 pwise, K1) to end of row On 5 mm needles, cast on 66 (74) sts. Work in 2x2 Row 2 (WS) CO 16 (18) rib thus: sts, (K2, P2) to end Row 1 (RS) (K2, P2) to last Continue working (K2, P2) 2 sts, K2 on these 32 (34) sts until work measures 54 (58) cm Row 2 (WS) (P2, K2) to last from CO edge, and cast 2 sts, P2 off. until you have completed Sleeves (make 2 10cm, ending after a WS. alike) Swap to 6.5mm needles, On 5 mm needles, cast on and cast on an extra stitch 52 sts. Work in 2x2 rib at the beginning of the next thus:

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78 sts. Work r rows ss, beginning with a p row. 2nd & 3rd sizes - Next row (1st dec row) s1, * k2 tog, k (17, 18), ssk, K1* rep from * to * to end - (81, 85) sts. Work 5 (7) rows ss, beginning with a p row. All sizes - Repeat these 6, (6, 8) rows a further 3 times, each time working 2 sts fewer each time between decreases - 54, (57, 61) sts Continue straight until work measures 9 (10, 11) inches from cast on edge, ending with a RS row. Ribbon Insertion band (for all sizes) Next row: (ws), s1, k to end Eyelet row: s1, *yf, k2tog* rep from * to * to last st, k1 (0, 0). Next row: s1, k to end Continue in ss, commencing with a K row, till work measures 10.5 (11.5, 13) ins, ending with a p row. Shape armholes Cast off 4 sts at beginning of next 2 rows - 46 (49, 53) sts remaining), then dec 1 stitch at each end of every RS row until you

Heather Cawtes design for a boy is comfortable enough to play in, and easy to wash.The slip stitch pattern adds thickness as well as looking good, and the extra-long cuffs will keep them covered even after sudden growth spurts. The yarn is machine washable, although it cannot be dried in a tumble drier. You will need: Sirdar Denim Sport Aran (60% acrylic, 25% cotton, 15% wool), 100g = 237m 2 (3) 100g balls of Classic Denim - shade 566 One pair each of 5mm and 6.5mm needles Note: Yarn amounts are based requirements and are approximate. on average

Row 1 (RS) (K2, P2) to last Swap to 6.5mm needles, 2 sts, K2 and cast on an extra stitch at the beginning of the next Row 2 (WS) (P2, K2) to last row. 2 sts, P2 Continue in slip stitch until you have completed pattern until work 8cm, ending after a WS. measures 33 (35) cm from

A healthy start to the day

Even in the UK, children do not always get enough to eat; about 28% do not get the benefits of a nutritious breakfast. Feed The Childrens Club AM breakfast clubs operate in inner city schools in places like Bristol and Birmingham, where 50% or more of the children are in receipt of free school lunches. A good breakfast has positive effects for the rest of the day. Children can concentrate in school, and are happier if they are not hungry improving the school day for everyone. Help children in the UK start the day with breakfast support Feed The Children
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have 42, (45, 49) sts Final row: Cast off given for Back. remaining 4, (4, 5) sts remaining**. Purl one row. Continue in ss, until work Front Next row: dec 12 sts measures 6, (6.5, 6.75) Work as for back to **. evenly across row 32, inches from start of Continue in ss until work (33, 35) sts remaining. armhole, ending with WS measures 3, (3.5, 3.75) row Wor k 3 r o ws ss, inches from start of beginning with a purl row. Shape shoulders and armhole. back neck Shape sleeves Knit 16, (17, 18) sts and Cast off 4, (4, 4) sts at place on stitch-holder for Next row (RS): s1, k1, up beginning of next row. left shoulder. Knit 10, 1, k to last 2 stitches, Inc Knit till you have 9, (10, (11, 13) sts and place on 1, k2. 11) sts on right needle stitch-holder for front Work 3 (3, 5) rows ss, Knit across and place on stitch-holder neck. starting with a purl row. for right shoulder. Knit a remaining 16, (17, 18) sts further 16, (17,19) sts for right shoulder. Repeat these 4, (4, 6) and place on stitch-holder rows, until you have 44, Continue on these sts for back neck. Knit (45, 47) stitches. only, and at the same across remaining 13, (14, time, dec 1 st at neck Work straight until sleeve 15) sts. edge on every row, till 11, measures 10, (11, 12) Continuing on these 13, (12, 13) sts remain. inches from cast on edge, (14, 15) sts only: Work straight until front ending with a WS row. commence shaping for armhole is same length as for back to shoulder, Shape sleeve top left shoulder: ending with RS row. Cast Cast off 4 sts at beginning Next row: cast off 4 sts off 4 sts at beg of next 2 of next 2 rows - 36, (37, pw, purl to last 4 sts, WS rows, and cast off the 39) sts p2tog, p2 - 8, (9, 10) sts remaining 3, (4, 5) sts on remaining), Dec 1 st at each end of the final WS row each RS row until 20, (21, Next row: s1, k1, k2tog, k With WS facing, pick up 19) sts remain, ending to end 7, (8, 9 sts sts for left shoulder, with a WS row; dec 1 st remaining); continue in ss as set, dec each end of every row, Next row: cast off 3, (4, 1 stitch on every row at until 10, (9, 9) sts remain. 4) sts pw, purl to end 4, neck edge, till 11, (12, Cast off remaining 10, (9, 13) sts remain. Work 9) sts (4, 5) sts remaining) straight until armhole Next row: knit measures same as back, Assembly (part I), and Roll Collar Final row: cast off ending with WS row. Cast off 4 sts at beg of Join right shoulder seam remaining 4, (4, 5) sts next 2 RS rows, and cast With WS facing, pick up off the remaining 3, (4, 5) Roll collar sts for right shoulder from sts on the final RS row. With RS facing, and stitch-holder, and larger size needles, pick continue on these sts only. Sleeves (both alike) up and knit 16, (16, 16) Next row: s1, p1, p2tog, Using smaller size sts along left hand front p to end 8, (9, 10) sts needles, cast on 44, (45, neck; knit 10, (11, 13) sts 47) sts, using e-wrap from stitch-holder for front remaining) method, and work the first neck; pick up and knit 16, Next row: Cast off 4 sts 4 rows in g st as given for (16, 16) sts along right kw, k to end.4, (4, 5) sts back. hand front neck; pick up remaining) Change to larger size and knit 4, (4, 4) sts from Next row: purl needles. Work lace right-hand back neck; knit border, using pattern as
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Basic mitts
In this way, continue to decrease 4 sts on next Make 2 the same. and every alternative Materials: approx row until 20 (24) sts 50g of double knitting remain. for either sizebaby or Work 1 row straight. toddler. Cast off Needles: 1 pair 3 Thumb: 1/4 (10) needles Using a flat seam, fold CO 36 (44) stitches mitten in half and join and work 13 (17) rows the seam to the start of in K1, P1 rib. the stocking stitch. Basic Mittens Work 12 (14) more rows. S h a p e top: 1st row: K0 (1), (K2tog, K1) 3 (4) times, K2 (0) tog

Cardigan for a baby or toddler

Using 3 1/4 needles, cast on 6 sts. Work in K1 P1 rib until the band, slightly stretched, fits each front. Work buttonholes at even intervals on one side, remembering that the top buttonhole is worked on the neckband.

Neckband
The late Judith Whincups pattern for a simple drop shoulder cardigan is a classic shape. Knit it as it is, or see the colourful motifs on page 11 to add your own creative touches. You will need: Needles: 1 pair 3 1/4 mm (10), 1 pair 4mm (8) Double Knitting Yarn (see ball band for tension): 150 180 200 250 250 Size: 18 20 22 24 26 (right side facing) Shape neck: cast off 3 (4, 4, 4, 4), K to end. Decrease 1 st at neck edge on next 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) rows. Cast off remaining 20 (22,25, 27, 28) sts. Join shoulders. With right side facing, knit across 6 sts from the right front band, then pick up 8 (8, 10, 10, 10) sts up the right front, the 20 (22, 22, 24, 24) sts across the back neck, and pick up and knit 8 (8, 10, 10, 10) sts from the left front band. (48 (50, 56, 60, 60)) sts. Work 3 rows in K1 P1 rib.

2nd row: K1, P5 (7), Next row: Rib 2, M1, rib With wrong side facing, K1 to last 2 sts, M1, rib 2. slip 2 sts from safety 3rd row: Knit plain mittens, or add a colourful motifsee page 10 pins onto needle and P (K1, K2tog) Slip 1st and last st onto these 2 sts. 2 (3) times safety pins for thumb. K1 (0) Continue in stocking 1st row: K1, M1, K1 Break yarn and thread stitch (1 row knit, 1 row 2nd row: K1, P1, K1 through remaining sts. purl) until work 3rd row: (K1, M1) Draw up and fasten off measures 14 (18) cms securely. Using a flat from the lower edge, twice, K1 ending with a purl row. 4th row: K1, P to last st, seam, join sides of thumb finished at the K1 Shape top: markers. Stitch thumb 1st row: (K2tog, K14 5th row: K1, M1, K to into position, then join last st, M1, K1 (18), K2tog) twice. side and top seams. Repeat last 2 rows until there are 11 (13) sts. 3rd row: (K2 tog, K12 Work 3 rows straight. (16), K2tog) twice Place a marker at each 4th row: K1, P to end. end of the last row. 2nd row: K1, P to end.

Left Front

Back
Using 3 1/4 (10) needles, cast on 60 (66, 72, 78,80) Work 22 rows in K1 P1 rib Change to 4mm needles and work in st st for 38 (40, 46, 54, 56) rows. Mark each end of the last row with stitch markers or pieces of yarn. Continue in st st to 70 (76, 86, 96, 102) rows. Shape neck: Cast off 20

Using 3 1/4 needles, cast on 27 (30, 33, 36, 37) sts. (22, 25, 27, 27) sts. Knit Work 22 rows in K1 P1 rib. Buttonhole: rib 2, yf, K2tog, rib to end. Rib 2 next 20 (22, 22, 24, 24), Change to 4mm needles more rows. Cast off. and cast off remaining 20 and work in st st for 31 (22, 25, 27, 28) sts. Leave Sleeves (2 alike) (31, 37, 45, 47) rows. remaining centre stitches on a stitch holder. (wrong side facing) Shape Using 3 1/4 mm needles, neck: cast off 3 (4, 4, 4, cast on 28 (30, 34, 36, Right Front 40) sts. Rib for 22 rows. 4), knit to end. Using 3 1/4 needles, cast on 27 (30, 33, 36, 37) sts. Decrease 1 st at neck edge Change to 4mm needles. Work 22 rows in K1 P1 rib. on next 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) rows. Work in st st, increasing 1 Cast off remaining 20 st at the end of every 3rd Change to 4mm needles row, to 50 (56, 62, 66, (22,25, 27, 28) sts. and work in st st for 32 72) sts. Continue without Rib bands (32, 38, 46, 48) rows. shaping to 36 (42, 50, 56,

Theres no shortage of labour in FTCs programme countries, and no shortage of work to be done. Wherever possible, Feed The Children employs local people and local materials. In Uganda, local skills are used for building projects such as classrooms and latrines, giving much needed work to men and boys. Help develop sustainable communities; support Feed The Children.

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Drop Shoulder jumper

Note : Figures in brackets refer to larger sizes. BACK & FRONT (ALIKE) Using 3 1/4mm (10) needles CO 60 (66;72;78;80) sts, work in 1x1 rib for 22 (22;22;24;24) rows. Change to 4mm (8) needles and proceed in st st, K 38(40;46;54;56) rows, place a marker at each end of row. Continue knitting st st to 55 (61;70;80;84) rows. SHAPE NECK Knit 24(26;29;32;33) sts turn, proceed as follows ** knit 1 row, working on these stitches dec 1 stitch at neck edge on next and every following alternate row to 20(22;25;27;28) sts continue without further shaping to 70 (76;86;96;102) rows, right side facing cast off. ** Right side facing slip first 12(14;14;14;14;) sts onto a thread or st holder. Rejoin yarn and work ** to ** on remaining 24 (26;29;31;33) sts. Change to 4mm (8) needles. Proceed in st st, inc 1 st at each end of every 3rd row to 50 (56;62;66;72) sts, continue without shaping to 36 (42;50;56;64) rows ending on WS. Cast off loosely. NECKBAND Join right shoulder seam. With right side facing using 3 (10) needles pick up and K evenly along left side of front neck 14 (15;15;15;15) sts, K 12 (14;14;14;14) sts from yarn or st holder, pick up and K 14(15;15;15;15) sts along right front pick up and K 14(14;14; 14;14) sts along right side of back, knit 12 (14;14;14;14) sts from yarn or st holder, pick up and K 14 (15; 15; 15; 15) sts along left side of back. 80(86;86;86;86) sts. Work 1x1 rib for 26 (26;26;30;30) rows. Cast off in rib. TO MAKE UP The late Judith Whincups drop shoulder jumper pattern is a favourite among FTC knitting supporters. Knit as it is, or see the motifs on page 11 to add some creative touches.

Basic hat
Using 3 1/4mm needles, cast on 90 (102, 114) sts and work 24 (26, 30) rows of K1 P1 rib. Change to 4mm needles and work in stocking stitch ( K 1 row, P 1 row) until work measures 17.5 (21, 24) cms from beginning, ending with a P row. Shape Crown: Change to 3 1/4 needles 1st row: K 1 (2, 3), K2tog *K3, K2tog, rep from * to last 2 (3, 4) sts, K2 (3, 4) 72 (82, 92) sts. 2nd and each alternate row:P 3rd row: K2, K2tog *K3, K2tog, repeat from * to last 3 sts, K358 (66, 4) sts. 5th row: K5 (4, 3) K2tog *K3, K2tog, repeat from * to last 6 (5, 4) sts, K6 (5, 4) - 48 (54, 60) sts. 7th row: K3 (3, 1) K2tog *K3, K2tog, repeat from * to last 3 (4, 3) sts, K3 (4, 3) - 39 (44, 48) sts. *Transfer last of the 3 sts to the left needle, then pass the next 4 sts over and off the needle. P last of the 3 again. P2* 13th row: K0 (1, 1) Repeat from * to *, to last *K2tog. Repeat from * to st. P1. end13 (15, 16) sts. Row 3: K2tog, K1 to end. Break off yarn, leaving a length long enough to sew Row 4: P2tog, rep to end. the seam. Thread end Break yarn, thread through through the remaining the remaining sts and stitches and fasten off. finish off. To make up: join the Make pairs of flowers in seam with a backstitch contrasting shades, and reversing the seam on the fasten to the hat as lower part of the ribbing, illustrated. so that the wrong side is underneath when the brim is folded back. 11th row: K2 (2, 1) K2tog. *K3, K2tog. Repeat from * to last 3 (2, 1) sts. K3 (2, 1) - 26 (29, 31) sts.

9th row: *K3, K2tog. Add a pom-pom or other Repeat from * to last 4 trimming if you wish; or (4, 3) sts. K4 (4, 3) - 32 use oddments of double (36, 39) sts. knitting to make the flower decoration illustrated. This basic hat is really sweet, and easily Flower decoration adaptable for a boy, girl or unisex style. Materials: approx 50g DK will fit 16, 18, 20 size. Needles: 1 pair 3 1/4mm (10), and 1 pair 4mm (8) Figures in brackets refer to larger sizes Cast on 39 sts. Row 1: K Row 2: Purl 3.

Join left shoulder and neck band seams; fold neck in half onto WS and slip stitch loosely into position; attach SLEEVES (ALIKE) sleeves between markers Using 3 1/4mm (10) and sew in position; join You will need: Needles: 1 pair 3 1/4 mm (10), 1 pair 4mm (8) needles CO 2 8 side and sleeve seams. Double Knitting Yarn: (30;34;36;40) sts, work in 1x1 rib for 22 150 180 200 230 250 (22;22;24;24) rows. Size:

Abandoned babies
Like our jumper pattern models above, these little ones are in the care of FTCs Abandoned Baby Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. Tragically, babies are abandoned every day in the slums of African citiesbut many can return to their families with our social workers support. Others are fostered or adopted within the local community. Those who are ill may need longer term care, and our hospice facilities are available for babies who, sadly, come to us too late. Help an abandoned baby; support Feed The Children.

An alternative to life on the street

Life for Ugandas street children is tough, and often short. They are vulnerable to violence, exploitation and substance abuse. At this workshop, girls between 15 and 18 are learning marketable tailoring skills. At the end of their six month course, they take away a sewing kit and their own hand sewing machine so that they can provide for themselves. Help provide the skills and confidence that give a young person an alternative to life on the street

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