A Verb for Keeping Warm
Bread & Butter x Cocoknits 2026 KAL: Tracy
Join us for our annual Cocoknits Knit-a-long!
In 2026, we are knitting Tracy.
HOW TO JOIN
1. Purchase at least 10 skeins of Pretzel yarn.
2. Sign up for the Knit-a-Long by adding it to your cart.
By joining, you receive a FREE Tracy pattern.
Once you have completed your order, you will receive an email with us with a coupon code to download your Tracy pattern via Ravelry.
If you have previously purchased Pretzel for this project, add just the KAL to your cart and check out. And then, you will receive the free pattern.
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Tracy is a classic hoodie with handknit charm. The hood is worked from the top down with a neat I-cord edging (and room for an optional drawstring) and is then knit seamlessly into the signature Cocoknits Method. The cozy front pocket is picked up from the body and incorporated with a three-needle join. Two short sections of the pocket lining are whip stitched to the inside of the sweater. The split ribbed hem provides extra movement and comfort at the hips.
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About choosing a size: Choose your current, favorite comfy sweatshirt from your wardrobe and measure. The sweater is modeled with approximately 5-7" of ease.
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TRACY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 36.5 (40, 43.5, 45.25)(49.75, 54.25, 57.75)(62.25, 65.75, 70.25)"
Length: 21.5 (22.75, 23.5, 24)(26, 26, 26.5)(28.5, 29.25, 29.5)"
TRACY YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS
1190 (1320, 1425, 1510)(1730, 1835, 1960)(2185, 2360, 2515) yds
10 (11, 11, 12)(14, 15, 15)(17, 19, 20) skeins of Pretzel
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GAUGE
18 sts x 28 rows = 4" [10 cm] on largest needle
YARN
Pretzel by Bread & Butter, 100% U.S. Merino wool; 230 yd per 50g skein
10 (11, 11, 12)(14, 15, 15)(17, 19, 20) skeins
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Additional necessary and recommended tools:
Knitting Needles
US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle, 32" / 80 cm or longer for body (length should be shorter than bust circumference, see page 19 for information on needle length)
US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle, 24" / 60 cm for working yoke
US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle 40" / 100 cm for working cast-on and magic loop on sleeves (or use dpns)
US 6 / 4 mm circular needle, 24-32" / 60-80 cm (optional) for working ribbing
US 3-4 / 3.25-3.5 mm needle for working bind-off
US 0-3 / 2-3.25 mm dpn or any length circular needle (for picking up stitches)
US 1 / 2.25 mm any length circular needle (for picking up pocket stitches)
Tools
+ 6 stitch markers in different colors
+ Leather Stitch Holders or scrap yarn to hold sleeve stsitches
+ Row counter (optional)
+ Tapestry needle
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Why participate?
Knit-a-longs are a great way to learn new skills, learn from others who are also participating, and are very motivating, which means that there is a good chance you will complete your project, and you can win gift cards to Verb!
This is a free, self-guided event.
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TIMELINE
Starting now - acquire your yarn, needles, and tools
Jan 30 - sign-up for the Cocoknits KAL email. Over the next 8 weeks, Cocoknits will send an email with helpful tips and videos on how-to knit a Beatriz using the Cocoknits method.
Feb 6 - Cast-on and complete the upper back and shoulders.
Mid February - Complete the Cocoknits worksheet.
Late February / early March - Knit and complete the body of the Tracy.
Mid-late March - Knit and complete the sleeves and front pocket.
Voila! Done! Proudly wear your sweater!
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HOW TO WIN PRIZES
1. Complete your Tracy by the end of March.
2. Post completed photos to IG and / or to our Ravelry thread.
3. Tag your photos on IG with @avfkw and @breadandbutteryarn
You will be entered to win gift cards at Verb! Gift cards will be distributed in early April.
Please email us with any questions!
This item is a final sale. Once purchased, there are no cancellations, exchanges, store credits, or returns.
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Curbside Pick-Up
To pick up your order at our shop, when checking out, under shipping method, choose Pick up at our Oakland store - 6328 San Pablo Ave.
You will receive an email when your order is ready. Orders placed Tuesday-Saturday are typically ready within 24 hours. To pick up your order, come to the shop between 11am - 3pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Knock on the front door and give us your name.
Pre-orders
Pre-orders will ship on the date listed on the product’s webpage. If you ordered additional items, all items will be shipped with your pre-order. If you would like those items shipped separately, please place two separate orders.
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