Faux Fun Fur Stole

Faux Fun Fur Stole by madmonkeyknits

What is Being Made

The Faux Fun Fur Stole is a luxurious knitted accessory designed as a versatile wrap or shoulder piece. This pattern, designated as madmonkeyknits Pattern No. 918, offers three size options to fit children, teens, and women. The finished stole measures between 56 to 76 centimeters (22 to 30 inches) in length depending on the selected size, making it an elegant layering piece perfect for adding warmth and texture to any outfit.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs fundamental knitting techniques accessible to crafters with some experience. The construction method is straightforward and efficient: the stole is created by casting on stitches, working in a single stitch pattern throughout the entire piece, and then casting off to complete the garment. The simplicity of the construction allows the luxurious texture of the faux fur yarn to become the focal point of the design.

Stitches Used

The Faux Fun Fur Stole is worked entirely in Stocking Stitch (abbreviated as St.st), which is the most fundamental stitch pattern in knitting. Stocking Stitch is created by alternating knit rows and purl rows, producing a smooth, classic fabric with a distinctive V-pattern on the right side. This stitch choice is ideal for showcasing the textural qualities of faux fur yarn, as it creates an even canvas that allows the yarn's fuzzy characteristics to shine.

Materials Required

This pattern calls for Kuka Jungle faux fur yarn in the Camel colorway, or any similar faux fur yarn of comparable weight. The yardage requirements vary by size: the small size requires 3 balls of 50-gram yarn, the medium size requires 3 balls, and the large size requires 4 balls of 50-gram yarn. The yarn is worked on 4.00 mm knitting needles. The working tension is established at 22 stitches and 28 rows per 10 centimeters (4 inches) when working Stocking Stitch on 4.00 mm needles, ensuring proper fit and drape of the finished stole.

Pattern Details by Size

• Small (Child): Cast on 130 stitches and work Stocking Stitch for 7 inches (18 centimeters), resulting in an actual length of 56 centimeters (22 inches)
• Medium (Teen): Cast on 150 stitches and work Stocking Stitch for 8 inches (20 centimeters), resulting in an actual length of 66 centimeters (26 inches)
• Large (Woman): Cast on 170 stitches and work Stocking Stitch for 9 inches (23 centimeters), resulting in an actual length of 76 centimeters (30 inches)

Finishing

The finishing process is minimal and straightforward, consisting of sewing in any loose ends to complete the garment. This simple finishing approach keeps the focus on the beautiful faux fur texture of the completed stole.