On March 11, 2011, Japan suffered a historic earthquake and tsunami that left extreme destruction in their wake. It was a tragedy with effects that will last for decades. Japanese people believe that handmade items are very valuable and special.

Yumiko Alexander has created this pattern as a way to connect with her homeland and to help the Japanese people in their time of trouble. With our knitting, we can build a bridge connecting people around the world.

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FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
5” wide x 28” long

MATERIALS - choice of 2 different weights of yarn
Sock weight:
200 Yards of Sock weight yarn. Shown in Fibra Natura Yummy.
Size G/6 (4.0mm) crochet hook

Worsted weight:
150 yards of Worsted Weight yarn. Shown in Universal Yarn Classic Shades.
Size H/8 (5.0mm) crochet hook

GAUGE
Approx 6 dc =1” with Sock Weight Yarn
Approx 4 dc =1” with Worsted Weight Yarn