What you'll need
| One size only: | 8" length x 20" circumference (20cm x 51cm) |
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Malabrigo Worsted
Natural (63)
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1 |
Malabrigo Worsted - sweet grape (184)
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1 |
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MJ Yarns Kuan Ya - azurite
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1 |
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MJ Yarns Kuan Ya - Pearl
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1 |
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Product Description
Watching the fluttering delight of butterflies and moths in my backyard is the inspiration behind Mariposa Magic
Pattern Details
- knit in the round; bottom up - easy fair isle, using only 2 colors - written and chart instructions are provided
- total yardage needed for cowl is 140yds/128m
Measurement: 8" length x 20" circumference (20cm x 51cm)- blocked
Needles and Gauge
- needles: 5mm (US8) 16' circular - gauge: 18sts x 22 rows = 4' (10cm)
Skills Needed
- knit, purl, cast on/cast off - knowledge with working in-the-round is helpful but this is a great first time project for skill building
Techniques used ( but not required)
- cable cast-on - 2 stitch i-cord bind off - directions for both techniques are included in pattern
Mariposa Magic Knit Cowl by MaDonna Marie
What is Being Made
Mariposa Magic is a knitted cowl designed by MaDonna Marie, inspired by the natural beauty of butterflies and moths. This intermediate-level project creates a finished cowl measuring 8 inches in length by 20 inches in circumference when blocked, making it a versatile neckwear piece suitable for layering and seasonal wear.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This cowl is knit in the round from the bottom up using circular needles, a fundamental technique for creating seamless tubular garments. The construction method eliminates the need for seaming and creates a smooth, professional finish. The design incorporates colorwork using two contrasting colors throughout the pattern, adding visual interest and complexity to the finished piece.
Stitches and Pattern Details
The pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches including knit and purl stitches, which form the basis of the colorwork design. Both written instructions and chart directions are provided, allowing knitters to choose their preferred method of following the pattern. The design features a two-color motif inspired by butterfly and moth imagery, creating an intricate visual pattern across the cowl's surface.
Materials and Specifications
- Needles: 5mm (US 8) circular needles, 16 inches in length
- Yarn Weight: Aran weight yarn
- Gauge: 18 stitches by 22 rows over 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch
- Total Yardage: 140 yards combined
- Color Option One: 2 skeins MJ Yarns Kuan Ya (180 yards/150 meters each) in Azurite (main color) and Pearl (contrast color)
- Color Option Two: 2 skeins Malabrigo Worsted (210 yards/192 meters each) in Natural 063 (main color) and Sweet Grape 184 (contrast color)
- Notions: 1 stitch marker, scissors, and needle for weaving in ends
Pattern Format
Mariposa Magic is provided as a downloadable PDF pattern, making it accessible for immediate use once purchased. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and notes to guide knitters through the construction process.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Featured Products: | Malabrigo Worsted |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | MaDonna Marie |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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