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Tubman Cuff

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General Information 

Tubman Cuff is inspired by Harriet Tubman, a former enslaved woman who helped to free many other enslaved people in the American south during the 1850s. This knitted cuff was inspired by Harriet and designed to represent her struggle, her determination, her courage and her strength.

Construction Info

This cuff is knitted in the round using circular needles or DPNs if preferred. The twisted stitch ribbing gives the cuff a firm fit, while the cable pattern adorns the top section.

Yarn & Quantity

Fingering / 4ply weight Example: Superwash Fingering (Single Ply) by Lady Dye Yarns (100% Merino) 200 yds (185m), 50g.
There is enough yarn here to make 2 to 3 cuffs.

Tools

3mm (US 3) 60cm (24”) circular needles or DPNs; cable needle; 1 or 2 stitch markers and a yarn needle for weaving in ends

Sizing & Fitting 

To fit wrist circumference: Small: 6.25” (16 cm) / Medium: 7.5” (19 cm) / Large: 9” (23 cm). The finished cuff length is 5.75” (14.5 cm). The cuff is designed to be worn with negative ease of about -0.5” to -0.75” (-1cm to -2 cm) around the wrist. A reasonably firm hold that is designed to prevent the cuff from sliding around the wrist.