For young and old alike, checkers is a classic. Bring this traditional game to a new level with this easy-to-work worsted weight pattern. The double-yarn checker pieces are a squishy delight to play with. Utilizing simple block intarsia and a two-piece double thickness board, this game set has everything you need to start playing, including it’s own striped piece bag!
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Required:
155 yds yellow worsted weight yarn
135 yds pale yellow worsted weight yarn
145 yds turquoise worsted weight yarn
110 yds pale turquoise worsted weight yarn
215 yds white worsted weight yarn
US 7 (4.5 mm) straight needles
US 6 (4 mm) straight needles
Tapestry needleShown Here:
5 skeins Ella Rae Classic Wool (100% Wool; 219 yds); 1 each in colors #01 White, #25 Aquamarine, #88 Lemon Pie, #306 Jade and #338 Sunflower
Finished Dimensions:
Checkerboard: 16 inches x 16 inches
Checker Pieces: (Diameter) 11⁄4 inches
Piece Bag: 8 inches x 5 inches