Fade Into Advent

Advent calendars are an exciting way to build anticipation for the onset of Christmas, and a yarn Advent kit is a thrilling indulgence for any knitter! The hustle and bustle of December requires a relaxing knit. This wrap was designed with both the kit and knitter in mind. It coaxes the daily yarn surprise into stunning results with minimal effort. This large wrap is intended to use every last bit of your yarn and envelop you with joy for many years to come. Uniquely constructed by beginning in the round, the first few steps are the only challenging part to this design. The rest of the days will be filled with relaxing garter stitch, frequent color changes, and simple slipped stitches that highlight the beauty of the yarn and create a magnificent piece of wearable art. Enjoy every stitch… the best is yet to come!

SIZES 
One size 
Wingspan: 108”/274cm 
Depth: 22.5”/57cm at widest point

YARN 
Artemis Yarns SOCK (75% Superwash Merino, 25% Nylon; 92 yards / 20 grams): 
C1-24: 1 Unicorn Advent set of twenty-four 20g mini-skeins OR 92 yds EACH of fingering weight yarn in 24 colors

NEEDLES 
US 6 (4mm), or as required to meet gauge: DPNs (or preferred needles for small circumference knitting), 16”/40cm, and 32”/80cm

GAUGE 
14 sts and 42 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch after blocking 
21.5 sts and 47 rounds = 4”/10cm in garter stitch before blocking 
(NOTE: Gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage)

NOTIONS 
Crochet hook (optional for CO), 1 removable stitch marker, 8 stitch markers in color A, 12 stitch markers in color B, tapestry needle, kitchen scale (optional for tracking weight/yardage)

SKILL LEVEL 
Intermediate