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Traditional Snowflake Knitting Motif for Colorwork Sweaters and Accessories

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The motif is 48 stitches × 48 rows.

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The motif size:
Width: 20.00 cm Height: 16.00 cm
Created by Sara W
This traditional snowflake knitting motif brings the cozy spirit of winter straight to your needles. Crafted in red and white, it’s perfect for colorwork projects like sweaters, hats, scarves, and festive blankets. I love how this pattern captures the timeless beauty of snowflakes, inspiring warmth and joy in every stitch. Whether you’re knitting a gift or your own winter favorite, this chart blends classic charm with creative possibilities. It’s a wonderful way to dive into colorwork knitting and make heartwarming projects for the chilly season.
Examples of the final motif size knitted with different knitting tensions

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Gauge (Tension) Width (cm / in) Height (cm / in)
24 sts × 30 rows 20 cm / 7.9" 16 cm / 6.3"
22 sts × 32 rows 22 cm / 8.6" 15 cm / 5.9"
29 sts × 34 rows 17 cm / 6.5" 14 cm / 5.6"
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