Bear

**Welcome to Clue #1 of the Into the Woodlands MKAL 2026!** Meet the **Bear**, the first friend in our forest adventure. This square features a bold, architectural bear silhouette created using only knit and purl stitches. It’s a rhythmic, meditative knit that results in a beautiful, squishy texture—perfect for blankets, washcloths, or home decor. **Pattern Details:** **Skill Level:** Beginner. This pattern is a "knit and purl" design (no complex stitches required!). It’s perfect for practicing chart reading or for a relaxing project where the texture does all the work. **Size:** Approx. 8.5" x 8.5" (depending on yarn/tension). **Instructions:** Includes both a full chart and row-by-row written instructions. **Note on Borders:** The main pattern instructions (35 stitches) do not include the garter stitch borders. General instructions for adding a 4-stitch garter border are included in the PDF. ✨ Join the Adventure: This pattern is part of the Into the Woodlands MKAL. You can find all the information, the master hub page, and future clues at [Oh La Lana! Into de Woodlands page.][1] Share your bear on Instagram using #IntoTheWoodlandsMKAL and tag @ohlalana.designs! [1]: https://ohlalana.com/woodlands-blanket-mkal/