![]() Use an Ewrap Knit (instead of U-wrap knit) when binding off to give your bind off more stretch. Use the 1×1 rib pattern as you bind off alternating K1, P1. Do not use a yarnover that wraps only the front of the peg.īind off: Bind off in pattern as follows. They are not interchangeable in this pattern.Įwrap Yarnover: – Peg must be Ewrapped to set up the stitch correctly. Knit stitches: Please note that K denotes the U-wrap knit stitch and EK denotes E-wrap knit stitches. ![]() See detailed notes in pattern instructions. Pay close attention during this portion and follow the chart. Indian Cross Stitch section: In the center section of Indian Cross Stitch some rounds do not begin on Peg 1. 11.5” high & 26” wide (36.5” wide, 47” wide) NOTESĬast on: I recommend the long tail or the chain cast on for this pattern. Sl = slip stitch skip peg with working yarn at the backįor a refresher on loom knitting basics see the blog posts below to get started: It’s got the same distinctive stitch pattern, but offers the warmth of Bulky or Super Bulky yarn. It’s perfect! But eventually the cold winds will blow and you can keep the same style, but with a bulky flair using the Chunky Retreat Cowl. I made mine out of mercerized cotton to keep it lightweight for the season. You can keep that light, airy look that’s perfect for Spring. The Skinny Retreat cowl uses a medium (#4) weight yarn. ![]() This allows you loads more versatility in the pattern. While I kept this gauge option for the Skinny version of the cowl, I also added a Chunky style loom knit on a 5/8″ large gauge loom. The original was only available for a 3/8″ small gauge loom. One of the other requests I had for the new pattern was to offer it in another gauge. I kept the stunning Indian Cross Stitch in the middle and the Diamond Lace stitch section because I still love both of those stitch patterns. Not only is it much easier to work on the loom it gives the cowl a bit more body as well. The all new Retreat Cowl replaces the tricky Chain Lace stitch with the Seagrass stitch. So, I decided to bring this one out of the vault and give it a modern update. I also know that when you use a variegated or color changing yarn the unique stitch patterns can get lost. For example, I know that dark yarn doesn’t show up well on camera.
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