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Ruffle Butterfly Onesie


"The Ruffle Butterfly Knit Onesie Pattern is a favorite! It’s dainty, delicate, and has ruffles. The knit romper is wonderful for a warm summer day in the garden. And it’s precious for a newborn photography shoot. The soft ruffles remind me of butterfly wings and are really soft against a newborn’s skin. Knitting Needles: Knit Picks Needles: 7 (US) / 4.0 mm Straight Needles for body 8 (US) / 5.0 mm Straight Needles for Ruffles Notions: Stitch Marker Row Counter Sewing Needle Scissors Optional ribbon for the middle tie Yarn: Rowan Angora Haze or Knit Picks Chroma Fingering. Note: The Rowan Angora Haze has been discontinued, suggested substitutes: Aloft Super Kid Mohair Rico Essentials Super Kid Mohair Loves Silk Yardage: 140 yards (128 m)"
Knitting Needle Size6 or 4 mm
Yarn Weight(2) Fine (23-26 stitches to 4 inches)
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