Year of the Ram

**Knit Your Own Year of the Ram: A Charming Knitting Pattern for Celebration** 2015 marks the Year of the Horned Ruminant, often affectionately referred to as the Year of the Goat, Year of the Sheep, or Year of the Ram. Celebrate the Lunar New Year on February 19th by creating your very own adorable ram with this delightful knitting pattern! Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, this design combines creativity and charm, making it an ideal project to bring in good luck for the year ahead. This charming ram is a bit sheepish with its long face, yet it also exhibits the stubbornness of a goat through its thin neck and belligerent ram-like stance, complete with impressive horns. Knitting this cuddly companion is a breeze, thanks to a pattern that uses minimal seams. You’ll discover how different increases and decreases can beautifully transform your work, showcasing the importance of shaping in achieving the finished look. Incredibly versatile, this pattern allows for the use of any weight of yarn—gauge is not crucial! This makes it a fantastic stash-busting project or an excellent opportunity to utilize leftover scraps from previous knitting endeavors. The featured rams were crafted using the following yarn quantities: - **Red Ram:** 81 yards of main color (MC) and 14 yards of contrasting color (CC) in worsted weight yarn, knitted on 2.75 mm double-pointed needles (DPNs). - **White Ram:** 206 yards of MC and 84 yards of CC in worsted weight yarn held double, knitted on 5 mm DPNs. With a finished size of approximately 6 inches, this cuddly ram is the perfect size for snuggling or as a charming decorative piece. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or just starting out, this pattern is designed to ensure that you can create a delightful and meaningful project to welcome the Year of the Ram. Don’t miss your chance to knit something special this Lunar New Year—grab your needles and get started today! Happy knitting!