Neck Effects: 30 Scarves, Wraps, & Cowls to Knit for Now by Sixth&Spring Books

It’s a Wrap!

About Cascade Yarns® Heritage From its beginning in 1987, Cascade Yarns has retained the single focus of selling high-quality core yarns at a reasonable price. Heritage and Heritage Silk came from that focus: when an ordinary wool would have been acceptable, Cascade Yarns chose to use a merino wool, because it is softer. We are confident that you will enjoy knitting with Heritage and Heritage Silk as much as we do. For a list of available colors, or the location of your nearest retailer, visit www.cascadeyarns.com.

Knitters have a soft spot for neckwear: from that first simple scarf to the latest lacy wrap or colorwork cowl. Neck Effects brings you 30 fresh, original neckwear designs, all in Cascade Yarns’ Heritage line of superwash merino blends. From cozy cables to delicate lace to stunning Fair Isle, you’ll find projects for every skill level that will become modern classics in your wardrobe— and will make great gifts for anyone with a love of knits and a sense of style!

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THE Modern Knit MIX NECK EFFECTS 3O SCARVES, WRAPS, AND COWLS TO KNIT FOR NOW

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Scarves, Wraps, & Cowls

Featuring Cascade Yarns® Heritage

Scarves, Wraps, & Cowls to Knit for Now

Who doesn’t love knitted neckwear? From cozy cowls that keep you warm to lacy wraps that exude elegance, the 30 fashion-forward designs in Neck Effects feature something for every knitter—and everyone you knit for. Created in Cascade Yarns’ Heritage line of luxurious, easy-care superwash merino blends, these projects are the perfect canvas for a variety of styles:

Featuring Cascade Yarns® Heritage

 Cowls ranging from short and snug to long and loopy

 Wraps and shawls that put a modern twist on classic shapes  Scarves to match every outfit

If you think you’ve seen it all when it comes to neckwear knits, think again!

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Neck effects : 30 scarves, wraps, and cowls to knit for now featuring cascade yarns heritage / the editors of Sixth&Spring Books. — 1st [edition]. pages cm ISBN 978-1-936096-90-9 1. Knitting—Patterns. 2. Neckwear. I. Sixth & Spring Books. TT825.N364 2015 746.43’2041—dc23 2015006200

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Contents INTRODUCTION Neck and Neck…and Neck 7 Wilma 10

Frida 51

Harper 12

Helen 54

Victoria 14

Eleanor 57

Elizabeth 16

Betsy 60

Isadora 19

Louisa 67

Joan 22

Simone 70

Florence 24

Clara 73

Amelia 28

Lucille 76

Susan 30

Harriet 78

Nellie 34

Rosa 81

Georgia 37

Coco 86

Dorothea 40

Sojourner 88

Abigail 42

Dolley 91

Cleopatra 45

Marie 96

Gertrude 48

Sally 98

Tools & Techniques 101 Index 112

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INTRODUCTION

Neck and Neck . . . and Neck If you’re a knitter, chances are you like to knit neckwear. Beginners start with a simple rectangular scarf or cowl, and as skills expand, large shawls and complex stitch patterns enter the picture. Neckwear often features simple construction and minimal shaping, making it the perfect canvas for a multitude of techniques—whether you’re learning something new or looking to enjoy your favorite style of knitting. And since fit isn’t an issue, neckwear is the quintessential knitted gift! In these pages you’ll find 30 unique, modern designs for scarves, cowls, and shawls, all knit in Cascade Yarns’ Heritage line: Heritage, Heritage Paints, Heritage Silk, and Heritage Silk Paints. These fingering-weight superwash merino blends are soft and easy to care for, and come in a multitude of vibrant colorways. Heritage is perfect for everything from lace to cables to colorwork—and you’ll find beautiful examples of each, suited to every skill level. Whether you’re a northerner who can’t have too many cozy winter accessories, or live in a warm climate and love lacy scarves and shawls, the designs in this book are an essential addition to your knitting library.

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Elizabeth DesigneD by LiDia Karabinech a garter stitch base adds structure to a versatile, ethereal scarf with an allover zigzag lace pattern. Row 12 *K2, p2tog tbl, yo, k4, rep from * to end. Row 13 *K5, yo, ssk, k1, rep from * to end. Row 14 *P2tog tbl, yo, k6, rep from * to end. Rep rows 1–14 for lace pat.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Approx 12¼ x 64”/31 x 162.5cm after blocking MATERIALS • Two 3½oz/100g hanks (each approx 437yd/400m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage (superwash merino wool/nylon) in #5618 snow • One pair size 5 (3.75mm) needles or size to obtain gauge

NOTES 1) Lace pat can be worked from text OR chart. 2) First and last st of every row are worked in garter st. SCARF Cast on 74 sts. Knit 2 rows.

GAUGE 24 sts and 30 rows to 4”/10cm after blocking over lace pat using size 5 (3.75mm) needles. Take time to check gauge.

Begin lace pat Row 1 (RS) K1, work 8-st rep 9 times across, k1. Row 2 (WS) K1, work 8-st rep 9 times across, k1. Cont in this manner until row 14 of lace pat is complete. Rep rows 1–14 until scarf measures 64”/162.5cm from beg. Knit 2 rows. Bind off loosely.

LACE PATTERN (multiple of 8 sts) Row 1 (RS) *K6, k2tog, yo; rep from * to end. Row 2 (WS) *K1, yo, p2tog, k5; rep from * to end. Row 3 *K4, k2tog, yo, k2, rep from * to end. Row 4 *K3, yo, p2tog, k3, rep from * to end. Row 5 *K2, k2tog, yo, k4, rep from * to end. Row 6 *K5, yo, p2tog, k1, rep from * to end. Row 7 *K2tog, yo, k6, rep from * to end. Row 8 *K6, p2tog tbl, yo, rep from * to end. Row 9 *K1, yo, ssk, k5, rep from * to end. Row 10 *K4, p2tog tbl, yo, k2, rep from * to end. Row 11 *K3, yo, ssk, k3, rep from * to end.

FINISHING Block to maximum size to open lace. ■

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F lorence DesigneD by barb brown Color takes center stage in a Fair isle cowl featuring a floral motif overlayed with stripes and bordered by corrugated ribbing. Begin chart 1 Rnd 1 Work 16-st rep 13 times around. Cont in this manner until rnd 13 of chart 1 is complete. Knit 3 rnds A.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Circumference 26”/66cm Length 8¼”/21cm

Begin chart 2 Rnd 1 Work 16-st rep 13 times around. Cont in this manner until rnd 13 of chart 2 is complete. Knit 3 rnds A.

MATERIALS • One 3½oz/100g hank (each approx 437yd/400m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage (superwash merino wool/ nylon) each in #5627 black (A), #5629 citron (B), #5618 white (C), #5646 pumpkin (D), and #5642 blood orange (E) • Size 3 (3.25mm) circular needle, 24”/60cm long, or size to obtain gauge • Stitch marker

Begin chart 3 Rnd 1 Work 16-st rep 13 times around. Cont in this manner until rnd 14 of chart 3 is complete. Knit 4 rnds A, dec 8 sts evenly on first rnd.

GAUGE 30 sts and 36 rnds to 4”/10cm over chart pat using size 3 (3.25mm) needle. Take time to check gauge.

Next rnd *K1 A, k1 B; rep from * around. Work 9 rnds corrugated rib as for beg. Break B. Knit 4 rnds A. Bind off.

COWL With A, cast on 200 sts. Join, being careful not to twist sts, and place marker for beg of rnds. Knit 4 rnds. Next rnd *K1 A, k1 B; rep from * around. Next rnd *K1 A, p1 B; rep from * around for corrugated rib. Work 8 rnds more in corrugated rib. Break B. Knit 4 rnds A, inc 8 sts evenly on last rnd.

FINISHING Block if necessary, allowing edges to roll. ■

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Helen DesigneD by TabeTha heDrick a long cowl that features an offset ribbed cable pattern works up quickly with two strands of yarn held together. through the “purl bumps” on the back of the chain. To remove scrap chain, when instructed, pull out the tail from the last crochet st. Gently and slowly pull on the tail to unravel the crochet sts, carefully placing each released knit st on a needle.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Circumference 62”/157.5cm Width 4”/10cm MATERIALS • Two 3½oz/100g hanks (each approx 437yd/400m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk (superwash merino wool/mulberry silk) in #5617 raspberry • One pair size 7 (4.5mm) needles or size to obtain gauge • Spare needle for 3-needle bind-off • Size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook for provisional cast-on • Cable needle (cn) • Scrap yarn

3-NEEDLE BIND-OFF 1) Hold right sides of pieces together on 2 needles. Insert 3rd needle into first st of each needle and wrap yarn knitwise. 2) Knit these 2 sts together and slip them off the needles to the RH needle. *Knit the next 2 sts together in the same manner. 3) Pass first st on RH needle over 2nd st on RH needle. Rep from * in step 2 until all sts have been bound off and 1 st rem on RH needle. Break yarn and fasten off.

GAUGE 40 sts and 23 rows to 4”/10cm over pat st using size 7 (4.5mm) needles and 2 strands of yarn held tog. Take time to check gauge.

PATTERN STITCH (multiple of 8 sts plus 6, plus 2 selvedge sts) Row 1 (RS) Sl 1 (selvedge), *6-st RRC, p2; rep from * to last 7 sts, 6-st RRC, k1. Row 2 Sl 1 (selvedge), *p2, k2; rep from * to last 3 sts, p3. Row 3 Sl 1, *k2, p2; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Rows 4–6 Rep rows 2 and 3 once more, then row 2 once. Row 7 Sl 1, k2, *p2, 6-st RRC; rep from * to last 5 sts, p2, k3. Rows 8–12 Rep rows 2–6. Rep rows 1–12 for pat st.

STITCH GLOSSARY 6-st RRC (6-st right ribbed cable) Sl 5 sts to cn and hold to back, k1; k1, p2, k2 from cn. PROVISIONAL CAST-ON Using scrap yarn and crochet hook, chain the number of sts to cast on, plus a few extra. Cut a tail and pull the tail through the last chain. With knitting needle and yarn, pick up and knit the stated number of sts

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Simone DesigneD by Debbie O’neill A pretty repeating eyelet ridge detail lifts a stockinette stitch triangle shawl into another design dimension.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Width across upper edge 64”/162.5cm Length from neck to point 22½”/57cm MATERIALS • Two 3½oz/100g hanks (each approx 437yd/399.5m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage Paints (superwash merino wool/nylon) Note: The color pictured has been discontinued. As an alternative, we suggest #9780 fjord. • Size 3 (3.25mm) circular needle, 47”/120cm long, or size to obtain gauge • Stitch markers GAUGE 32 sts and 36 rows to 4”/10cm over St st using size 3 (3.25mm) needles. Take time to check gauge.

EYELET RIDGE Rows 1, 3, and 7 (RS) K2, [sl marker, yo, k to marker, yo, sl marker, k2] twice. Rows 2, 4, and 6 Knit, slipping markers. Row 5 K2, sl marker, [yo, *k2tog, yo; rep from * to 1 st, before marker, sl marker, k1 yo, sl marker, k2] twice. Row 8 Knit. Work rows 1–8 for an eyelet ridge. NOTE Shawl is worked in back and forth in rows. Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of sts. Do not join. 71

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Coco DesigneD by Christina behnke Daisy stitch and garter stitch alternate in a scarf that’s a tale of texture.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Approx 6½ x 62”/16.5 x 157.5cm MATERIALS • Two 3½oz/100g hanks (each approx 437yd/400m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk (superwash merino wool/mulberry silk) in #5626 turquoise • One pair size 6 (4mm) needles or size to obtain gauge • Stitch markers GAUGE 20 sts and 32 rows to 4”/10cm over daisy pat using size 6 (4mm) needles. Take time to check gauge. STITCH GLOSSARY DS (daisy stitch) P3tog and leave on LH needle, yo RH needle and bring yarn to front between needles, p the same 3 sts tog and let drop from needle. Begin pats Row 1 (RS) K2, [work daisy pat to marker, sl marker, k to marker, sl marker] twice, work daisy pat to last 2 sts, k2. Row 2 K2, [work daisy pat to marker, sl marker, p to marker, sl marker] twice, work daisy pat to last 2 sts, k2. Rows 3 and 4 Rep row 1. Rep rows 1–4 until scarf measures 61½”/156cm from beg, end with a row 2. Knit 4 rows. Bind off.

DAISY PATTERN (multiple of 4 sts plus 3) Row 1 (RS) Knit. Row 2 P1, k1, *DS, k1; rep from * to last st, p1. Row 3 Knit. Row 4 *DS, k1; rep from * to last 3 sts, DS. Rep rows 1–4 for daisy pat. SCARF Cast on 49 sts. Knit 3 rows. Next (set-up) row (WS) K13, place marker (pm), k6, pm, k11, pm, k6, k13.

FINISHING Gently steam block if necessary. ■ 87

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Sojourner DesigneD by HalleH TeHranifar a lace panel, textured rib pattern, and zigzag edges combine with a multicolor yarn to produce a scarf that’s a feast for the eyes. FAGGOTING PANEL (over 7 sts) Row 1 (RS) K3, yo, k2tog, k2. Row 2 K3, yo, k2tog, k1, kfbf. Row 3 SK2P, k2, yo, k2tog, k2. Row 4 K3, yo, k2tog, k2. Rep rows 1–4 for faggoting panel.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Width (at widest point) 9¼”/23.5cm Length 62”/157.5cm MATERIALS • Two 3½oz/100g hanks (each approx 437yd/399.5m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk Paints (superwash merino wool/nylon) in #9801 fall foliage Slight variations in color can occur with handpainted yarns, and can occur between dye lots. • One pair size 4 (3.5mm) needles or size to obtain gauge • Stitch marker

TEXTURE RIB (over an odd number of sts) Row 1 (RS) [K1, p1] 5 times, k1. Row 2 [K1, k1b] 5 times, k1. Rep rows 1–2 for texture rib. LACE PANEL (over 13 sts) Row 1 (RS) K3, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, k4. Row 2 Knit. Row 3 K4, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, k3. Row 4 Knit. Rep rows 1–4 for lace panel.

GAUGE 23 sts and 33 rows to 4”/10cm over St st using size 4 (3.5mm) needles. Take time to check gauge.

LACE EDGING (beg with 18 sts; note that stitch count changes throughout) Row 1 (RS) K9, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, yo, k3. Rows 2, 4, and 6 Sl 1, k to last 7 sts, p7. Row 3 K10, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, yo, k3. Row 5 K11, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, yo, k3. Row 7 P7, k5, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, yo, k3. Rows 8 and 10 Sl 1, k to end. Row 9 P7, k6, [yo, k2tog] 3 times, yo, k3.

STITCH GLOSSARY kfbf Knit into front, back, and front of stitch to increase 2 stitches. k1b K1 in the row below.

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Marie DesigneD by AnnA DAvis A drop stitch pattern pops in rich hues in a long cowl that’s worked flat and seamed.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Circumference 54½”/138.5cm Length 8½”/21.5cm MATERIALS • One 3½oz/100g hank (each approx 437yd/400m) of Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk (superwash merino wool/mulberry silk) each in #5629 citron (A) and #5655 como blue (B) • Size 3 (3.25mm) circular needle, 47”/120cm long, or size to obtain gauge GAUGES 28 sts and 38 rows to 4”/10cm over St st using size 3 (3.25mm) needles. 24 sts and 32 rows to 4”/10cm after blocking over drop st pat using size 3 (3.25mm) needles. Take time to check gauges.

NOTES 1) Piece is worked back and forth in rows. 2) Carry color not in use loosely up the side of work. 3) Piece is worked with selvedge sts.

DROP STITCH PATTERN (multiple of 10 sts plus 1) Row 1 (RS) With A, knit. Row 2 Knit. Row 3 With B, *k6, [yo] twice, k1, [yo] 3 times, k1, [yo] 4 times, k1, [yo] 3 times, k1, [yo] twice; rep from * to last st, k1. Row 4 Knit, dropping yos. Rows 5 and 6 Rep rows 1 and 2. Row 7 With B, k1, *[yo] twice, k1, [yo] 3 times, k1, [yo] 4 times, k1, [yo] 3 times, k1, [yo] twice, k6; rep from * to end. Row 8 Rep row 4. Rep rows 1–8 for drop st pat.

COWL With A, cast on 323 sts. Do not join. Knit 2 rows. Next row (RS) K1 (selvedge), work row 1 of drop st pat to last st, k1 (selvedge). Cont in this way, knitting first and last st of every row, through row 8 of pat. Rep rows 1–8 six times more. With A, k 4 rows. Bind off loosely. FINISHING Block to measurements, extending dropped sts and allowing edges to scallop, if desired. Seam sides. ■ 97

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Tools & Techniques

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NECK EFFECTS

abbreviationS approx beg CC ch cm cn cont dec dpn(s) foll g inc k kfb

k2tog LH lp(s) m mm MC M1 or M1L

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 the front and back of a stitch—one stitch has been increased knit 2 stitches together—one stitch has been decreased left-hand loop(s) meter(s) millimeter(s) main color make one or make one left (see glossary)

M1 p-st M1R oz p pfb

pat(s) pm psso p2tog rem rep RH RS rnd(s) SKP SK2P

make one purl stitch (see glossary) make one right (see glossary) ounce(s) purl purl into front and back of a stitch—one stitch has been increased pattern(s) place marker pass slip stitch(es) over purl two stitches together— one stitch has been decreased remain(s)(ing) repeat right-hand right side(s) round(s) slip 1, knit 1, pass slip stitch over— one stitch has been decreased slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over the k2tog— two stitches decreased

slip 2 stitches together, knit 1, pass 2 slip stitches over knit 1 single crochet slip slip stitch slip, purl, pass sl st over slip 2 sts knitwise one at a time, insert LH needle through fronts of sts and knit (purl) together slip 3 sts one at a time knitwise, insert LH needle through fronts of sts and knit together stitch(es) stockinette stitch through back loop(s) together wrong side(s) with yarn in back with yarn in front yd(s) yarn over needle repeat directions following * as indicated repeat directions inside brackets as indicated

S2KP sc sl sl st spp ssk (ssp)

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st(s) St st tbl tog WS wyib wyif yd(s) yo * []

Skill levelS

Metric converSionS

knittinG needleS U.S.

Metric

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Metric

Beginner

To convert from inches to centimeters, simply multiply by 2.54.

2mm

5.5mm

2.25mm

6mm

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3.25mm

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3.5mm

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4mm

12.75mm

4.5mm

15mm

5mm

19mm

Ideal first project. Easy

GauGe

Basic stitches, minimal shaping, and simple finishing.

Make a test swatch at least 4"/10cm square. If the number of stitches and rows does not correspond to the gauge given, you must change the needle size. An easy rule to follow is: To get fewer stitches to the inch/cm, use a larger needle; to get more stitches to the inch/cm, use a smaller needle. Continue to try different needle sizes until you get the same number of stitches in the gauge.

Intermediate

For knitters with some experience. More intricate stitches, shaping, and finishing. Experienced

For knitters able to work patterns with complicated shaping and finishing.

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TOOLS & TECHNIQUES

GloSSary

Standard yarn weiGhtS table

bind off Used to finish an edge or segment.

Lift the first stitch over the second, the second over the third, etc. (U.K.: cast off) bind off in rib or pat Work in rib or pat as you bind off. (Knit the knit stitches, purl the purl stitches.) cast on Place a foundation row of stitches upon the needle in order to begin knitting. decrease Reduce the stitches in a row (for example, knit two together). increase Add stitches in a row (for example, knit in front and back of stitch). knitwise Insert the needle into the stitch as if you were going to knit it. make one or make one left Insert left-hand needle from front to back under the strand between last st worked and next st on left-hand needle. Knit into the back loop to twist the stitch. make one p-st Insert needle from front to back under the strand between the last stitch worked and the next stitch on the left-hand needle. Purl into the back loop to twist the stitch. make one right Insert left-hand needle from back to front under the strand between the last stitch worked and the next stitch on left-hand needle. Knit into the front loop to twist the stitch. no stitch On some charts, “no stitch” is indicated with shaded spaces where stitches have been decreased or not yet made. In such cases, work the stitches of the chart, skipping over the “no stitch” spaces. place marker Place or attach a loop of contrast yarn or purchased stitch marker as indicated. pick up and knit (purl) Knit (or purl) into the loops along an edge. purlwise Insert the needle into the stitch as if you were going to purl it. selvage stitch Edge stitch that helps make seaming easier. slip, slip, knit Slip next two stitches knitwise, one at a time, to right-hand needle. Insert tip of left-hand needle into fronts of these stitches,

* Guidelines only: The above reflect the most commonly used gauges and needle or hook sizes for specific yarn categories. ** Lace weight yarns are usually knitted or crocheted on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern. *** Steel crochet hooks are sized differently from regular hooks—the higher the number, the smaller the hook, which is the reverse of regular hook sizing.

from left to right. Knit them together. One stitch has been decreased. slip, slip, slip, knit Slip next three stitches knitwise, one at a time, to right-hand needle. Insert tip of left-hand needle into fronts of these stitches, from left to right. Knit them together. Two stitches have been decreased.

slip stitch An unworked stitch made by passing

a stitch from the left-hand to the right-hand needle as if to purl. work even Continue in pattern without increasing or decreasing. (U.K.: work straight) yarn over Make a new stitch by wrapping the yarn over the right-hand needle. (U.K.: yfwd, yon, yrn)

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NECK EFFECTS

baSic StitcheS Garter stitch Knit every row.

Circular knitting Knit one round, then purl one round

Stockinette stitch Knit right-side rows and purl wrong-side rows.

Circular knitting

2. Insert tapestry needle knitwise (as shown)

Knit every round.

through first stitch on back needle. Pull yarn through, leaving stitch on knitting needle.

Reverse stockinette stitch Purl right-side rows and knit wrong-side rows.

Circular knitting Purl every round.

Seed stitch Row 1 (RS) *Knit 1, purl 1, repeat from * to end. Row 2 Knit the purl stitches and purl the knit stitches. Rep row 2 for seed stitch. 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.

kitchener Stitch (GraFtinG)

1. Insert tapestry needle purlwise (as shown) through first stitch on front needle. Pull yarn through, leaving that stitch on knitting needle. 4. Insert tapestry needle purlwise through first stitch

on back needle. Slip stitch off needle and insert tapestry needle knitwise (as shown) through next stitch on back needle. Pull yarn through, leaving this stitch on needle. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all stitches on both front and back needles have been grafted. Fasten off and weave in end.

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NECK EFFECTS

PickinG uP StitcheS along a horizontal edge

2. Draw the yarn through. You have picked up

one stitch. Continue to pick up stitches along the edge. Occasionally skip one row to keep the edge from flaring. 1. Insert the knitting needle into the center of the first stitch in the row below the bound-off edge. Wrap the yarn knitwise around the needle.

with a crochet hook

2. Draw the yarn through. You have picked up one

1. Insert the crochet hook from front to back into the center of the first stitch one row below the boundoff edge. Catch the yarn and pull a loop through.

stitch. Continue to pick up one stitch in each stitch along the bound-off edge.

along a vertical edge

2. Slip the loop onto the knitting needle, being sure it

is not twisted. Continue to pick up one stitch in each stitch along the bound-off edge. 1. Insert the knitting needle into the corner stitch of the first row, one stitch in from the side edge. Wrap the yarn around the needle knitwise.

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TOOLS & TECHNIQUES

Short row ShaPinG: â&#x20AC;&#x153;wraP & turnâ&#x20AC;?

4. When you have completed all the short rows,

you must hide the wraps. Work to just before the wrapped stitch. Insert the right needles under the wrap and knitwise into the wrapped stitch. Knit them together.

1. To prevent holes in the piece and create a smooth

transition, wrap a knit stitch as follows: With the yarn in back, slip the next stitch purlwise.

chain Stitch (crochet)

2. Move the yarn between the needle to the front of

the work. 1. Draw the yarn through the loop on the hook by catching it with the hook and pulling it toward you.

3. Slip the same stitch back to the left needle. Turn the work, bringing the yarn to the purl side between the needles. One stitch is wrapped.

2. One chain stitch is complete. Lightly tug on the

yarn to tighten the loop if it is very loose, or wiggle the hook to loosen the loop if it is very tight. Repeat from step 1 to make as many chain stitches as required for your pattern.

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Index A abbreviations 102 Abigail 42–44 Amelia 28–29 B Betsy 60–66 C cables 107 casting on 105 chain stitch (crochet) 111 circular needles 106 Cleopatra 45–47 Coco 86–87 colorwork Florence 24–27 Harper 12–13 Isadora 19–21 Marie 96–97 Sally 98–100 Susan 30–33

G gauge 102 Georgia 37–39 Gertrude 48–50 glossary 103

P picking up stitches 110

H Harper 12–13 Harriet 78–80

S Sally 98–100 short row shaping 111 skill levels key 102 Sojourner 88–90 standard yarn weights 102 stitches, basic 104 Susan 30–33

I Isadora 19–21 J Joan 22–23 K Kitchener stitch (grafting) 104 knitting needle sizes 102

D Dolley 91–95 Dorothea 40–41 double-pointed needles (dpns) 106 E Elizabeth 16–18

L lace Betsy 60–66 Dorothea 40–41 Elizabeth 16–18 Georgia 37–39 Joan 22–23 Sojourner 88–90 Victoria 14–15 Louisa 67–69 Lucille 76–77

R Rosa 81–85

V Victoria 14–15 W Wilma 10–11 Y yarn overs 108

M Marie 96–97 metric conversions 102

F Fair Isle stranding 109 Florence 24–27 Frida 51–53

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