Product Description
This pattern was originally published as [Twisted's][1] contribution to the 2013 [Rose City Yarn Crawl][2]. It is available either as a single pattern or as part of the 2013 Rose City Yarn Crawl Pattern Collection Ebook.
Inspired by the Sellwood Bridge, the twisted ribbing on this pattern set mimics the meandering nature of the Willamette River, which flows under the beautiful and historic Sellwood Bridge.
Yarn - 300-325 yards sport-weight yarn for arm/legwarmers, 300 yards for cowl. Shown in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Victoria (100% South American Polwarth; 661 yards/226 grams), colorway Kapow Patina.
Needles - US #5/3.75mm (or size to get gauge) for your preferred method of knitting a small item in the round (either two circulars, or one long circular for magic loop, or a set of double-pointed needles) AND needles one size smaller for ribbing.
Notions - Tapestry needle.
Skill level - Advanced beginner (knitting in the round, twisted stitches).
Sizes
- Leg/Armwarmers - U
Sellwood Set by Shannon Squire
Overview
The Sellwood Set is a knitted collection of three coordinating accessories designed by Shannon Squire: a cowl, leg warmers, and boot cuffs. This beginner-friendly pattern set draws inspiration from the Sellwood Bridge and the Willamette River, featuring distinctive twisted ribbing that mimics the meandering nature of the waterway. The set is available as a downloadable PDF pattern and can be customized across multiple sizes.
What Is Being Made
- Cowl – A neck warmer with a circumference of 25 inches and a height of 8 inches
- Leg Warmers (Arm/Leg Warmers) – Available in four sizes with unstretched ankle circumferences of 5.5 inches, 6.5 inches, 7.5 inches, and 8.5 inches; unstretched under-knee circumferences of 7.5 inches, 8.5 inches, 9.5 inches, and 10.5 inches; and heights of 14.75 inches, 15 inches, 15.25 inches, and 16 inches (all measurements taken after blocking)
- Boot Cuffs – Smaller coordinating accessories that complete the set
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
This pattern employs twisted ribbing as its signature design element, a technique that creates visual interest while remaining accessible to beginner knitters. The twisted ribbing is worked using fundamental knitting stitches adapted with slight modifications to create the twisted effect.
- K (Knit) – The foundational knit stitch used throughout the pattern
- K1 tbl (Knit 1 through the back of the loop) – A modified knit stitch that creates the twisted appearance characteristic of this pattern set
- P (Purl) – The purl stitch, used in combination with knit stitches to create ribbed texture
- K2tog (Knit 2 stitches together) – A basic decrease stitch for shaping
- M1l (Make one, left leaning) – An increase stitch that leans to the left
- M1r (Make one, right leaning) – An increase stitch that leans to the right
- Pm (Place marker) – Used to mark sections of the pattern
- Sm (Slip marker) – Used to move markers as you work
The pattern is worked in the round, utilizing circular knitting techniques that allow for seamless construction of these tubular accessories.
Materials and Yarn
This pattern is designed for sport-weight yarn, a lightweight yarn category that creates fabric with excellent drape and breathability—ideal for layering pieces like cowls, leg warmers, and boot cuffs.
- Yarn quantity – 300 to 325 yards of sport-weight yarn for the arm and leg warmers; 300 yards for the cowl. The sample shown was knitted in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Victoria, a 100% South American Polwarth yarn (661 yards per 226 grams) in the colorway ka-POW! pa-TINA!
- Needles – US #5 (3.75mm) circular needle, 32 inches or longer for magic loop method, or alternatively two 24-inch needles for two circular needle method; double-pointed needles (dpns) are also suitable for working the smaller circumferences
Difficulty Level
Rated as a beginner pattern, the Sellwood Set is accessible to knitters new to the craft. While it incorporates twisted ribbing and basic shaping techniques, these elements are presented in a straightforward manner that builds foundational skills without overwhelming complexity.
Pattern Format
The Sellwood Set is provided as a downloadable PDF, making it convenient for digital access and printing for reference while working on your project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Shannon Squire |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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