Big Ol’ Hug is an ideal blend of squishy garter stitch and cozy tweedy yarn that wraps you in the softest, warmest embrace. This easy fireside knit features a core-warming bib that can be worn front or back, or flipped up over your head for a quick hood. The perfect accessory for a windy autumn stroll or a chilly office.

Skills
Knitting, working flat.

Size
One.

Yarn
City Tweed Aran/HW 55% Merino Wool/25% Superfine Alpaca/20% Donegal Tweed; 164yd/150m per 100g ball
A Snowshoe 24532, 2 balls
B Orca 24537, 2 balls
C Harbor Seal 28203, 2 balls

Needles
Size US 8/5mm, 1 set straight or 1 24” or longer circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions
Yarn needle, split ring or other removable stitch markers.

Gauge
16 sts/24 rows = 4”/10cm in Garter Ridge pattern, unblocked.