Magical Math Sticks

This one is for my father, who still uses a slide rule.

William Oughtred invented the slide rule using Napier’s theory.
In 1614, John Napier invented logarithms to simplified complicated multiplication and division calculations.
He used wooden sticks (called Napier’s Bones or Rods) to show the multiplication tables 1 through 9.
These Magical Math Sticks are a crocheted version of Napier’s Bones.

This pattern is fairly easy.
I used paired-stitches to create a clear hole to embroider the numbers on both sides.
And there is a colorful edging around the sticks.
There are 11 Bones (each with 2 sides), so the project can be a bit time consuming.
But sometimes repetition can be soothing.
And in the end, I think it is worth it.
Enjoy!