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CHECKMATE


Use it as an afghan or put it on the floor and play the game.


Chess is one of the oldest and best-known games in the world. It is not inherently mathematical but is a game of strategy which helps to develop logical thinking, planning and reasoning.

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KNITTING INFORMATION


For hand-knitting or machine-knitting using a garter carriage.


The ‘chessmen’ are hand-knitted, with doubled yarn. The pattern includes instructions for a cushion to hold the playing pieces.

RELATED DESIGNS


AFGHAN GAMES

Backgammon

Granny’s Ludo

Granny’s Draughtboard

Noughts and Crosses

Snakes and Ladders


CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION


Knitted in eight strips which are stitched together.




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