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Lesedi
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Product Description
This shrug is knit using chunky yarn and knits up quickly. It’s a very simple, easy project which results in a gorgeous wearable garment.
Materials:
4(5, 6)100g Balls (each approx. 120m/131yards African Expressions – Adore [chunky – 80% Merino Wool, 20% Kid mohair] 480(600, 720)m/524(656, 787)yards
US 10 (6.0 mm) circular needles (32”) 80cm long
Scrap yarn
Yarn needle
Gauge: 16 stitches and 18 rows in stockinette = 4 inch
Finished Size: S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL
S/M - 30”(76cm) long and 28”(71cm) wide
L/XL – 32”(81cm) long and 32”(81cm wide)
2XL/3XL – 34”(86.5cm) long and 36”(91.5cm) wide
Yarn Weight: chunky
Skills Required:
§ Basic lace
Skill Level: Advanced beginner
Lesedi Knit Shrug by BiggerthanlifeKnits
What is Being Made
The Lesedi is a knitted shrug designed by Noma Ndlovu of BiggerthanlifeKnits. This garment is a versatile layering piece that works as both a shrug and bolero-style wrap. The pattern is available in three size ranges: S/M, L/XL, and 2XL/3XL, making it accessible for various body types. The finished dimensions range from 30 inches long and 28 inches wide for the smallest size, up to 34 inches long and 36 inches wide for the largest size.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
The Lesedi shrug is specifically designed as a quick-knit project using chunky yarn, which allows the garment to be completed efficiently without sacrificing style or wearability. The pattern employs straightforward knitting methods suitable for intermediate-level crafters. The shrug is constructed using circular needles, which enables seamless or nearly seamless construction for a polished finished garment. The use of scrap yarn during construction suggests the pattern may incorporate techniques such as provisional casting on or stitch markers for shaping.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch used throughout the Lesedi is stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a recognizable V-pattern on the right side. This fundamental knitting stitch is ideal for showcasing the texture and color of the yarn while maintaining an elegant, wearable appearance.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Lesedi pattern calls for African Expressions – Adore yarn in a chunky weight. The yardage requirements vary by size: the S/M size requires 480 yards (4 balls of 120 meters each), the L/XL size requires 600 yards (5 balls), and the 2XL/3XL size requires 720 yards (6 balls). The African Expressions – Adore yarn is composed of 80% Merino Wool and 20% Kid Mohair, providing a luxurious blend that offers warmth, softness, and a subtle sheen.
Knitting needles required are US 10 (6.0 mm) circular needles measuring 32 inches (80 centimeters) long, which are appropriately sized for working with chunky yarn and accommodate the width of the shrug. Additional materials include a yarn needle for weaving in ends and scrap yarn for construction purposes.
Gauge
The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 18 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for ensuring the finished shrug matches the intended dimensions and drapes properly as a wearable garment.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Chunky |
| Featured Products: | Rowan Cocoon |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | BiggerthanlifeKnits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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