What you'll need
| One size only: | Width 38 cm / 15’’ Circumference 100 cm / 40’’ Measurements are approximate due to stretchy quality of lace. |
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10148417
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4 |
Lang Yarns Mille Colori Baby
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2 |
Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk
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2 |
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10108494
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1 |
Artyarns Merino Cloud
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1 |
Product Description
The Sõel is an intriguing accessory which can be worn as a loop, cowl, capelette or snood. It is very airy and stretchy. The loop is worked in rounds and uses a very simple four-stitch lace repeat. Every other round is knit, so just sit back and relax. The pattern is easily adaptable in width and length. The lace pattern is written out and charted. Just one skein of that beautiful fingering-weight hand-dyed yarn laying in your stash waiting to be knit makes a wonderful infinity loop in no time worked on big needles. The pattern name Sõel comes from Estonian and means a sieve.
Width 38 cm / 15’’, Circumference 100 cm / 40’’ , un-stretched.
Measurements are approximate due to stretchy quality of lace.
Sõel by Arella Seaton Design
What Is Being Made
The Sõel is a versatile knitted accessory designed by Arella Seaton that can be worn in multiple ways: as a loop, cowl, capelette, or snood. The name Sõel comes from Estonian and means "sieve," reflecting the garment's airy, open construction. This project is perfect for using a single skein of fingering-weight yarn from your stash, creating a finished infinity loop quickly and easily.
Knitting Techniques and Stitch Work
The Sõel is worked in the round using a simple four-stitch lace repeat that creates an intriguing, stretchy fabric. The lace pattern is designed to be relaxing to knit, with every other round consisting of plain knit stitches while alternating rounds feature the lace repeat. This straightforward rhythm makes the pattern accessible for beginners while still producing an elegant, visually interesting result. The lace pattern is provided both written out and charted, giving knitters flexibility in how they prefer to follow instructions.
The pattern is easily adaptable in both width and length, allowing knitters to customize the finished dimensions to their preferences. The fabric is notably airy and stretchy, making it comfortable and versatile for various wearing styles.
Materials and Specifications
- Yarn: Fingering weight / 4 ply; one skein of 100 gr / 3.5 oz (approximately 400 m / 436 yards). Hand-dyed yarn works beautifully for this project.
- Needles: Circular needles in 5 mm / US 8, with a minimum length of 60 cm / 24"
- Gauge: 16 stitches and 29 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4" x 4" in lace pattern, laid flat and not blocked. While gauge is not crucial for this pattern, it will affect the finished measurements and the amount of yarn needed.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as beginner friendly, making it an excellent choice for knitters new to lace work or those seeking a quick, satisfying project. The simple four-stitch repeat and alternating plain rounds create a manageable learning curve while producing professional-looking results.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk Lang Yarns Mille Colori Baby |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Designer: | Arella Seaton Design |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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