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Get thrown for a loop with more than 40 dazzling designs for cowls, gaiters, snoods, bandannas, collars, necklaces and more. COWL GIRLS takes the hottest new accessory from the runway to your knitting needles!
“Cathy Carron, who never seems to run out of wonderful ideas, has come up with one juicy neck ring after another. I want to make them all!” —Pam Allen, owner/creative director, Quince and Company yarns
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“COWL GIRLS is another hit for Cathy Carron. She’s doing for cowls what she did for hats in her blockbuster HIP KNIT HATS and our current shop favorite, HATTITUDE.” —Pearl Chin, owner, KnittyCity
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popular and prolific knitwear designers today. Her designs have appeared in VOGUE KNITTING, KNIT SIMPLE, INTERWEAVE KNITS and
other magazines. Cathy has written numerous knitting books, including HATTITUDE. She lives in New York
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City with her husband and two daughters, one of whom, Lydia, modeled for this book.
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CATHY CARRON Up to your neck in boring old scarves? Following the success of her book HATTITUDE, designer Cathy Carron is here to bring life to your knitting repertoire with her fashion-forward and funky take on the hippest accessory out there: the cowl. COWL GIRLS features 40 patterns for knitters of every skill level, and there’s sure to be at least a few that are just so you. Options include: ■ A preppy polo-style collar ■ A breezy summer-weight cowl ■ A crafty gaiter with a hidden pocket ■ A striking infinity scarf (with just as many ways to wear it) ■ A chic British-inspired ponchette And dozens more designs that are as fun to knit as they are to wear.
Photography by Rose Callahan
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Acknowledgments
Managing Editor WENDY WILLIAMS Senior Editor MICHELLE BREDESON
A finished book is the culmination of efforts by a team of motivated, hardworking and talented
Instructions Editor JONI CONIGLIO Instructions Proofreaders BONNIE ARNOLD CONNIE BELLOWS MARY LOU EASTMAN KELLY ROKKE Yarn Editor RENEE LORION Copy Editor KRISTINA SIGLER Technical Illustrations JANE FAY JONI CONIGLIO SARAH DE VITA Photography ROSE CALLAHAN Fashion Stylist SARAH LIEBOWITZ Hair and Makeup INGEBORG K.
people. To this end, many thanks go out to Trisha Malcolm (Publisher), Joe Vior (Creative Director), Wendy Williams (Managing Editor), Michelle Bredeson (Senior Editor), Sarah Liebowitz (Stylist) and Joni Coniglio (Instructions Editor). I also want to give a special shout-out to Renee Lorion, Sixth&Spring’s newly hired fiber guru.
To say that Renee had a quick baptism is an understatement. I don’t think she had been at the company for more than a couple of weeks before she was set the task of choosing yarns
Vice President, Publisher TRISHA MALCOLM Creative Director JOE VIOR Production Manager DAVID JOINNIDES President ART JOINNIDES Copyright © 2010 by Cathy Carron All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means— graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storageand-retrieval systems—without written permission of the publisher. The written instructions, photographs, designs, projects and patterns are intended for the personal, noncommercial use of the retail purchaser and are under federal copyright laws; they are not to be reproduced in any form for commercial use. Permission is granted to photocopy patterns for the personal use of the retail purchaser. Library of Congress Control Number: 2010926069 ISBN: 978-1-936096-04-6 Manufactured in China 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 First Edition
for this book. She gathered and piled the many yarn catalogs on the conference table and, along with me and Michelle, began several long afternoons spent choosing yarns for this book. Renee brought to the table professionalism, pragmatism, persistence, patience and good taste. In the end, what I thought would be an arduous task was anything but, and for this I have Renee to thank.
Book production can discombobulate the best of households. Thanks for their forbearance goes to Andrew, my husband, and Lydia, my youngest daughter, fit model and muse extraordinaire. They both were and are supportive to the utmost.
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introduction the basics:
Cowl Questions and Gaiter Aid
honeycomb
Bee-Stitch Cowl
put a ring on it wrapture
Ringed Gaiter
Welt-Pattern Cowl
need for tweed fit to be tied
Three-Gauges Cowl
Tied Mohair Cowl
mohair is better
Trinity-Stitch Cowl
wrapsody in blue polo match
Cashmere Polo Collar
candy wrapper
Cabled Cowl
queen of hearts buttoned up
Ruffled Cowl
Bulky Ribbed Gaiter
in the limelight layer cake
Three-Piece Ensemble
Seed-Stitch Cowl
Ruffled Collar
faux fabulous
Faux Fur Donut
haute cowl-ture zig and zag
Lattice Donut
Chevron Cowl
wrapper’s delight strictly business
MP3 Player Gaiter
Shawl Collar
cowl of many colors school ties
Striped Balaclava
Striped Neck Wrap
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Colorblock Cowl
chain reaction world’s fair
Chain-Link Cowl
Fair Isle Gaiter
do the twist true brit
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Aran Gaiter
Two-Tone Ponchette
in the snood
Eyelet Snood
spheres of influence good investment silver streak
Vest Gaiter
Lace Bandanna
loop of luxury net assets
Ball Necklaces
Twisted-Rib Cowl
Black-and-White Mesh Gaiter
aran-go-braid
Braided Aran Cowl
hidden treasure on the edge
Ruffled Necklet
petal pusher
Metallic Mohair Collar
high contrast just bead it
Pocket Gaiter
Striped Fair Isle Gaiter
Gaiter and Necklace Combo
neverending story fringe benefits all that glitters forget-me-knot
Striped Infinity Scarf
Felted Cowl Ruffled Necklace Knotted Gaiter
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buttoned up What could be warmer than a close-fitting gaiter with a turtleneck? It’s double the toastiness!
WHAT YOU NEED Yarn Montana by Tahki/Tahki•Stacy Charles, Inc., 31⁄2 oz/100g skeins, each approx 130yd/120m (wool) • 2 skeins in #016 black and white Needles • One size 101⁄2 (6.5mm) circular needle, 24"/60cm long or size to obtain gauge • One size 101⁄2 (6.5mm) doublepointed needle (dpn) Notions • 2 stitch markers • Tapestry needle • Three 3⁄4"/20mm buttons
BULKY RIBBED GAITER This fun-loving neck warmer can be tucked inside your coat like a dickey or worn on the outside. Play around with button color and size—choose ones that coordinate for a subtle look or ones that contrast for extra pop. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Shoulder circumference 343⁄4 "/88cm Neck circumference 201⁄2 "/52cm Height 121⁄2"/32cm GAUGE 16 sts and 20 rows = 4"/10cm over k2, p2 rib using size 101⁄2 (6.5mm) needle. Take time to check gauge. NOTE First 6"/15cm of cowl (folded portion of neckband) is worked back and forth in rows, then piece is joined and worked circularly. The RS of this portion will face WS of remainder of cowl so that RS of neckband will face out when band is folded over. K2, P2 RIB (over a multiple of 4 sts plus 2) Row 1 (RS) *K2, p2; rep from *, end k2. Row 2 *P2, k2; rep from *, end p2. Rep rows 1 and 2 for k2, p2 rib GAITER Neckband Cast on 90 sts. Do not join.
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Work back and forth in rows as foll: Row 1 (RS) K4, pm, work in k2, p2 rib to last 4 sts, pm, k4. Row 2 K4, rib to last 4 sts, k4. Rep rows 1 and 2 once more. Buttonhole row (RS) K2, SKP, yo, sm, work in pat as established to end. Work 9 rows even. Work last 10 rows once more. Work buttonhole row on next row. Work 4 rows even. Work 1 more row, removing markers and working until 4 sts rem on LH needle, sl rem 4 sts to dpn. Piece measures approx 6"/15cm from beg. Do not turn work. Beg working circularly as foll: Next rnd Pm on RH needle for beg of rnd, hold 4 sts on dpn behind first 4 sts on LH needle, [k1 st from LH needle tog with 1 st from dpn] 4 times, [p2, k2] 20 times, p2—86 sts. Next rnd [K2tog] twice, [p2tog, k2] 20 times, p2tog—63 sts. Next rnd *K2, p1; rep from * around. Rep last rnd until piece measures 10"/25.5cm from beg. Shape shoulder Rnd 1 *K1, M1, k1, p1; rep from * around—84 sts. Rnds 2–6 *K3, p1; rep from * around. Rnd 7 *[K1, M1] twice, k1, p1; rep from * around—126 sts. Rnds 8–12 *K5, p1; rep from * around. Bind off in pat. FINISHING Weave in ends.✤
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do the twist Whether you’re strolling across an Irish moor or down Fifth Avenue, you’ll be warm and stylish in this cuddly gaiter.
WHAT YOU NEED Yarn Presto by Tahki/Tahki•Stacy Charles Inc., 13⁄4 oz/50g hanks, each approx 60yd/55m (wool/acrylic/mohair/nylon) • 3 hanks in #002 curry Needles • One size 101⁄2 6.5mm) circular needle, 16"/40cm long or size to obtain gauge • 2 cable needles (cn) Notions • Stitch marker
ARAN GAITER Both the rigidity of the wool and vertical ribbed texture help this gaiter stand upright—perfect for protecting your neck from the elements. The Aran pattern and heather-hued yarn give it a Celtic feel. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Shoulder circumference 241⁄2"/62cm Neck circumference 191⁄2"/49.5cm Height 7"/18cm GAUGES 16 sts and 23 rnds = 4"/10cm over cable pat (rep chart rnds 1–6) using size 101⁄2 (6.5mm) needle. 17 sts and 19 rnds = 4"/10cm over twisted-rib pat (rep chart rnd 34) using size 101⁄2 (6.5mm) needle. Take time to check gauge. CHART PATTERN (SEE PAGE 130) (beg over a multiple of 6 sts) 4-st RC Sl 2 sts to cn and hold to back, k2, k2 from cn. 4-st LPC Sl 1 st to first cn and hold to front, sl 2 sts to 2nd cn and hold to back, k1 tbl; p2 from 2nd cn; k1 tbl from first cn. MB (Make bobble) [K into front and back of a st] 3 times—6 sts, then with LH needle, pass 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th sts, one at a time, over first st. MM (Move marker) Remove rnd marker,
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sl 1 purlwise wyib, replace rnd marker. Marker moved 1 st to the left. Rnds 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 *K4, p2; rep from * around. Rnd 3 *4-st RC, p2; rep from * around. Rnds 7–24 Rep rnds 1–6 three times more. Rnd 25 *K2, M1, k2, p2; rep from * around—91 sts. Rnd 26 *K2, MB, k2, p2; rep from * around. Rnd 27 *K1, M1, k1, p1, k1, M1, k1, p2; rep from * around—117 sts. Rnd 28 *K1, MB, k1, p1, k1, MB, k1, p2; rep from * around. Rnds 29–31 *[K1, p1] 3 times, k1, p2; rep from * around. Rnd 32 MM, *[p1, k1 tbl] twice, p1, 4-st LPC; rep from * around. Rnd 33 *[P1, k1 tbl] 3 times, p2tog, k1 tbl; rep from * around—104 sts. Rnds 34–39 *P1, k1 tbl; rep from* around. GAITER Cast on 78 sts. Pm and join, being careful not to twist. Beg chart (see page 130) Rnd 1 Work 6-st rep of chart 13 times. Cont in pat as established through chart rnd 39. Cowl measures 7"/18cm from beg. Bind off in rib pat. FINISHING Weave in ends.✤
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silver streak Lovely lace covers the head then cascades down the neck. Tuck it into your coat or wrap it around and secure it with a brooch for a different look.
WHAT YOU NEED Yarn Elsie by Tilli Tomas, 13⁄4 oz/50g hanks, each approx 135yd/123m (wool/silk/milk protein) • 3 hanks in atmosphere Needles • One size 6 (4mm) circular needle, 16"/40cm long or size to obtain gauge Notions • 7 stitch markers • Tapestry needle
LACE BANDANNA I love accessories that do double- or tripleduty. This convertible snood can be worn with the hood up or down, tucked in or wrapped and pinned, or some combination of the above! FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Circumference 211⁄2"/54.5cm Length 28"/71cm GAUGE 22 sts and 28 rnds = 4"/10cm over chart pat using size 6 (4mm) needle. Take time to check gauge. CHART PATTERN (SEE PAGE 130) (over a multiple of 17 sts) Row 1 (RS) *P1, k1 tbl, k4tog, [yo, k1] 5 times, yo, k4tog, k1 tbl, p1; rep from * around. Rows 2 and 4 (WS) *K1, p15, k1; rep from * around. Row 3 (RS) *P1, k1 tbl, k13, k1 tbl, p1; rep from * around. Rep rows 1–4 for chart pat. (Note: When working chart circularly, work rows 2 and 4 as foll: (RS) *P1, k15, p1; rep from * around.)
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BANDANNA Section I: Create garter st tip Cast on 3 sts. Row 1 (WS) Knit. Row 2 Kfb, k1, kfb—5 sts. Row 3 Knit. Row 4 K1, M1, k to last st, M1, k1—7 sts. Rows 5–14 Rep rows 3 and 4 five times—17 sts. Row 15 Knit. Section II: Beg chart pat (see page 130) Row 1 (RS) Work row 1 of chart pat over 17 sts, pm, cast on 1 st—18 sts. Row 2 K1, sm, work row 2 of chart pat over 17 sts, pm, cast on 1 st—19 sts. Row 3 K1, sm, work row 3 of chart pat, sm, M1, k1—20 sts. Row 4 K2, sm, work row 4 of chart pat, sm, M1, k1—21 sts.
Row 5 K to marker, sm, work chart pat as established over 17 sts, sm, k to last st, M1, k1—22 sts. Rows 6–34 Rep row 5—51 sts. Last chart row worked was chart row 2. Section III: Add a chart rep on either side of original one Row 1 (RS) [Work row 3 of chart pat over 17 sts] 3 times, pm, cast on 1 st—52 sts. Row 2 K1, [sm, work row 4 of chart pat over 17 sts] 3 times, pm, cast on 1 st—53 sts. Row 3 K1, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, M1, k1—54 sts. Row 4 K2, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, M1, k1—55 sts. Row 5 K to marker, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, k to last st, M1, k1—56 sts. Rows 6–34 Rep row 5—85 sts. Last chart row worked was chart row 4. Section IV: Add another chart rep on either side Row 1 (RS) [Work row 1 of chart pat over 17 sts] 5 times, pm, cast on 1 st—86 sts. Row 2 K1, [sm, work row 2 of chart pat over 17 sts] 5 times, pm, cast on 1 st—87 sts. Row 3 K1, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, M1, k1—88 sts. Row 4 K2, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, M1, k1—89 sts. Row 5 K to marker, sm, work chart pat as established to last marker, sm, k to last st, M1, k1— 90 sts. Rows 6–34 Rep row 5—119 sts. Last chart row worked was chart row 2. Section V: Join to work rem of bandanna circularly (see diagrams on page 130) Next row (RS) Pm for beg of rnd, [work row 3 of chart pat over 17 sts] 7 times, do not turn, join and cont working circularly as foll: Next rnd [Work row 4 of chart pat (circular version) over 17 sts] 7 times. Cont in pats as established until bandanna measures 28"/71cm from beg. Bind off. FINISHING Weave in ends.✤
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petal pusher Deliciously soft mohair yarn, glimmers of metallic threads and shimmering crystal pearls make this romantic neckpiece a sentimental favorite.
WHAT YOU NEED Yarn Kidsilk Aura by Rowan/ Westminster Fibers, .88oz/25g skeins, each approx 82yd/75m (mohair/silk) • 5 skeins in #757 vintage (MC) Wool Cotton by Rowan/ Westminster Fibers, 13⁄4oz/50g skeins, each approx 123yd/113m (wool/cotton) • 2 skeins in #954 grand (A) Shimmer by Rowan/Westminster Fibers, .88oz/25g skeins, each approx 191yd/175m (cupro/ polyester) • 1 skein in #092 silver (B) Needles • One each sizes 8 and 9 (5 and 5.5mm) circular needles, 16"/40cm long or size to obtain gauge • One set (4) each sizes 5 and 7 (3.75 and 4.5mm) double-pointed needles (dpns) Notions • Stitch marker and holders • 36 pearls, Swarovski crystal, dark gray, 12mm round with large hole, H20-1625GP • Sewing needle and matching thread • Spare circular needle for holding sts when grafting • Tapestry needle
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METALLIC MOHAIR COLLAR The wonderful British Regency clothes in Jane Campion’s movie Bright Star, on the life (and death) of the poet Keats, were the inspiration for this poetic collar. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Length (excluding ties) 23"/58.5cm Height 9"/23cm GAUGES 18 sts and 23 rnds = 4"/10cm over chart pat using size 9 (5.5mm) needle. 22 sts and 30 rnds = 4"/10cm over St st using A and size 5 (3.75mm) needles. Take time to check gauges. COLLAR (SIDE 1) Petal ties (make 3) With smaller dpns and A, cast on 1 st. Rnd 1 K into front and back of st (kf b)—2 sts. Do not turn, slide sts to other end of needle. Rnd 2 K2. Do not turn, slide sts. Rnd 3 [Kfb in next st] twice—4 sts. Do not turn, slide sts. Rnd 4 K4. Do not turn, slide sts. Rnd 5 With first dpn, kfb in first st; with 2nd dpn, [kfb in next st] twice; with 3rd dpn, kf b in last st—8 sts (dpn #1: 2 sts; dpn #2: 4 sts; dpn #3: 2 sts). Join, and work in rnds. Rnd 6 and all even rnds Knit. Rnd 7 Dpn #1: K1, kf b; dpn #2: Kfb, k2, kf b; dpn #3: Kf b, k1—3/6/3 sts. Rnds 9–23 (odd rnds) Dpn #1: K to last st, kfb; dpn #2: Kfb, k to last st, kf b; dpn #3: Kfb, k to end. After rnd 23, there are 11/22/11 sts. Rnd 25 Dpn #1: K4, [SKP] 3 times, kfb; dpn #2: Kf b, [k2tog] 3 times, k8, [SKP] 3 times, kfb; dpn #3: Kf b, [k2tog] 3 times, k4—9/18/9 sts. Rnd 27 Dpn #1: K2, [SKP] 3 times, kfb; dpn #2: Kf b, [k2tog] 3 times, k4, [SKP] 3 times, kf b; dpn #3: Kfb, [k2tog] 3 times, k2—7/14/7 sts. Rnd 29 Dpn #1: K2, [SKP] twice, kfb;
dpn #2: Kfb, [k2tog] twice, k4, [SKP] twice, kfb; dpn #3: Kfb, [k2tog] twice, k2—6/12/6 sts. Rnd 31 Dpn #1: [K2tog] 3 times; dpn #2: [K2tog] 6 times; dpn #3: [K2tog] 3 times— 3/6/3 sts. Rnd 33 Using only one dpn, [k2tog] 6 times—6 sts. Do not turn, slide sts to other end of needle. Rnds 34 and 35 K6. Do not turn, slide sts. For 2 of the petals, cut yarn and place sts on a holder. For 3rd leaf, do not cut yarn, leave sts on dpn. Join petals Slip 2 petals from holder onto 2 separate dpns. Then, with dpn holding 3rd leaf, k6 from one dpn, then k6 from next dpn—18 sts on 1 dpn. Divide sts evenly over 3 dpns and join to work circularly as foll: Rnds 1 and 2 Knit. Rnd 3 [K2tog] 9 times—9 sts. K 30 rnds, then p 3 rnds. Cut yarn. Leave sts on needles. Change to larger dpns and MC. Rnd 1 [Kfb, M1] 9 times—27 sts. Rnd 2 Work rnd 3 of chart pat (see page 131). Rnd 3 With MC, knit. Rnd 4 [Kfb, M1] 27 times—81 sts. Work rnds 1–5 of chart pat twice. Change to size 8 (5mm) needle. Work chart rnds 1–5 five times. Change to size 9 (5.5mm) needle. Work chart rnds 1–5 six times. Place sts on spare circular needle. Cut yarn, leaving an 8"/20.5cm tail. COLLAR (SIDE 2) Make as for first side, but leave sts on size 9 (5.5mm) needle. Cut yarn, leaving a 54"/137cm tail for grafting. FINISHING With tapestry needle and long tail, use Kitchener st (see page 134) to graft pieces. Using sewing needle and thread, attach 3 pearls to each side of each petal.✤
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approx beg CC ch cm cn cont dec dpn(s) foll g inc k kfb k2tog LH lp(s) m MB MC mm M1
Yarn Overs
oz p pat(s) pm psso p2tog rem rep RH rnd(s) RS SKP SK2P sl sl st sm ssk ssp sssk st(s) St st S2KP tbl tog WS wyib wyif yd yo * []
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approximately begin(ning) contrasting color chain centimeter(s) cable needle continu(e)(ing) decreas(e)(ing) double-pointed needle(s) follow(s)(ing) gram(s) increas(e)(ing) knit knit into front and back of stitch knit 2 stitches together left-hand loop(s) meter(s) make bobble main color millimeter(s) make one: with needle tip, lift strand between last stitch knit (purled) and the next stitch on the LH needle and knit (purl) into back of it ounce(s) purl pattern(s) place marker pass slip stitch(es) over purl 2 stitches together remain(s)(ing) repeat right-hand round(s) right side(s) slip 1, knit 1, pass slip stitch over slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over the knit 2 together slip slip stitch slip marker slip, slip, knit slip, slip, purl slip, slip, slip, knit stitch(es) stockinette stitch slip 2 stitches together, knit 1, pass 2 slip stitches over knit 1 through back loop(s) together wrong side(s) with yarn in back with yarn in front yard(s) yarn over needle repeat directions following * as many times as indicated repeat directions inside brackets as many times as indicated
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Between two knit stitches: Bring the yarn from the back of the work to the front between the two needles. Knit the next stitch, bringing the yarn to the back over the right-hand needle, as shown. Between two purl stitches: Leave the yarn at the front of the work. Bring the yarn to the back over the right-hand needle and to the front again, as shown. Purl the next stitch.
Kitchener Stitch 1. Insert tapestry needle purlwise (as shown) through first stitch on front needle. Pull yarn through, leaving that stitch on knitting needle. 2. Insert tapestry needle knitwise (as shown) through first stitch on back needle. Pull yarn through, leaving stitch on knitting needle. 3. Insert tapestry needle knitwise through first stitch on front needle, slip stitch off needle and insert tapestry needle purlwise (as shown) through next stitch on front needle. Pull yarn through, leaving this stitch on needle.
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I-cord Cast on about three to five sitches. *Knit one row. Without turning the work, slip the stitches back to the beginning of the row. Pull the yarn tightly from the end of the row. Repeat from the * as desired. Bind off.
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3-Needle Bind-off 1
1. Make a slip knot on the left needle. Insert the right needle knitwise into the stitch on the left needle. Wrap the yarn around the right needle as if to knit.
1. With the right side of the two pieces facing each other, and the needles parallel, insert a third needle knitwise into the first stitch of each needle. Wrap the yarn around the needle as if to knit. 2. Knit these two stitches together and slip them off the needles. *Knit the next two stitches together in the same way as shown.
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3. Slip the first stitch on the third needle over the second stitch and off the needle. Repeat from the * in step 2 across the row until all the stitches are bound off.
4. Insert the right needle between the two stitches on the left needle. 3 5. Wrap the yarn around the right needle as if to knit and pull the yarn through to make a new stitch. 6. Place the new stitch on the left needle as shown. Repeat steps 4 through 6 to cast on the desired number of stitches.
Tassels Cut yarn twice desired length, plus extra for knotting. On WS, insert hook from front to back through piece and over folded yarn. Pull yarn through. Draw ends through and tighten. Trim yarn.
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resources Bergere de France North America: 100 Boulevard Marie Victorin Boucherville, Quebec J4B 1V6 Canada www.bergeredefrance.com United Kingdom: 11 White Hart Gardens Hartford Northwich, Cheshire CW8 2FA www.bergeredefrance.co.uk
index Paula Lishman International 14341 Old Scugog Road Blackstock, Ontario L0B 1B0 Canada www.paulalishmaninterna tional.com
Plymouth Yarn Co. 500 Lafayette Street Bristol, PA 19007 www.plymouthyarn.com
Berroco, Inc.
Queensland Collection
P.O. Box 367 14 Elmdale Road Uxbridge, MA 05169 www.berroco.com
www.knittingfever.com
Be Sweet
Sublime
1315 Bridgeway Sausalito, CA 94965 www.besweetproducts.com
www.sublimeyarns.com
Rowan www.knitrowan.com
Swarovski Elements
Blue Sky Alpacas
www.swarovski.com/crys tallized
P.O. Box 88 Cedar, MN 55011 www.blueskyalpacas.com
Tahki•Stacy Charles, Inc.
Brown Sheep Company 100662 County Road 16 Mitchell, NE 69357 www.brownsheep.com
Cascade Yarns 1224 Andover Park East Tukwila, WA 98188 www.cascadeyarns.com
Classic Elite Yarns 122 Western Avenue Lowell, MA 01851 www.classiceliteyarns.com
Debbie Bliss Distributed by KFI www.debbieblissonline.com
Filatura di Crosa Distributed by Tahki• Stacy Charles, Inc.
Lion Brand Yarn Co. 34 West 15th Street New York, NY 10011 www.lionbrand.com
Louet North America 808 Commerce Park Drive Ogdensburg, NY 13669 www.louet.com Misti Alpaca P.O. Box 2532 Glen Ellyn, IL 60138 www.mistialpaca.com
Muench Yarns 1323 Scott Street Petaluma, CA 94954 www.muenchyarns.com
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70-30 80th Street, Building 36 Ridgewood, NY 11385 www.tahkistacycharles.com
Tanglewood Fiber Creations www.tanglewoodfibercre ations.com
Tilli Tomas 72 Woodland Road Boston, MA 02130 www.tillitomas.com
Trendsetter Yarns 16745 Saticoy Street, #101 Van Nuys, CA 91406 www.trendsetteryarns.com
A abbreviations 134 Aran gaiter 82–83, 130 B balaclavas 11, 66–69 ball necklaces 90–91 bandanna, lace 94–95, 130 bee-stitch cowl 14–17 bind-off, 3-needle 135 black-and-white mesh gaiter 98–101 braided aran cowl 102–105 bulky ribbed gaiter 44–45 C cable and seed stitch pattern 133 cable cast-on 135 cabled cowl 38–39, 130 cashmere polo collar 34–37 chain-link cowl 76–77 chevron cowl 58–61 collars cashmere polo 34–37 metallic mohair 112–113, 131 ruffled 50–51 shawl 64–65 colorblock cowl 72–75 cowls about 10–13 bee-stitch 14–17 braided aran 102–105 cabled 38–39, 130 chain-link 76–77 chevron 58–61 colorblock 72–75 felted 122–123 ruffled 40–43 seed-stitch 46–49 three-gauges 22–25 tied mohair 26–27 trinity-stitch 28–29 twisted-rib 96–97 welt-pattern 20–21 crochet chain stitch 135 D dickies 10 donuts about 11 faux fur 52–55 lattice 56–57 E eyelet snood 88–89 F Fair Isle gaiter 78–81 faux fur donut 52–55 felted cowl 122–123 fibers 13 G gaiter & necklace combo 116–117, 131 gaiters about 10, 12–13 Aran 82–83, 130 black–and–white mesh 98–101 bulky ribbed 44–45 Fair Isle 78–81 gaiter & necklace combo 116–117, 131 knotted 126–129, 131 MP3 player 62–63 pocket 106–107 ringed 18–19
striped Fair Isle 114–115 three-piece ensemble 30–33 vest 92–93 garter stitch 132 gloves, fingerless 30–33 H hat 30–33 I I-cord 134 infinity scarves 11, 118–121 K Kitchener stitch 134 knotted gaiter 126–129, 131 L lace bandanna 94–95, 130 lattice donut 56–57 M metallic mohair collar 112–113, 131 MP3 player gaiter 62–63 N neck wrap, striped 70–71 necklaces about 11 ball 90–91 gaiter & necklace combo 116–117, 131 ruffled 124–125 necklet, ruffled 108–111 P pocket gaiter 106–107 ponchette, two-tone 84–87 R resources 136 ringed gaiter 18–19 ruffled collar 50–51 ruffled cowl 40–43 ruffled necklace 124–125 ruffled necklet 108–111 S seed stitch 132 seed-stitch cowl 46–49 shawl collar 64–65 snoods 11, 88–89 stockinette stitch 132 striped balaclava 66–69 striped Fair Isle gaiter 114–115 striped infinity scarf 118–121 striped neck wrap 70–71 T tassels 135 techniques 12–13, 132–135 three-gauges cowl 22–25 three-piece ensemble 30–33 tied mohair cowl 26–27 trinity-stitch cowl 28–29 twisted-rib cowl 96–97 two-tone ponchette 84–87 V vest gaiter 92–93 W welt-pattern cowl 20–21 Y yarn overs 134