What you'll need
| One size only: | Length- 68.5” (174cm)- Width- 21” (53.5 cm) |
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Knit Picks Galileo - Luminous
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6 |
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YML003
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3 |
Product Description
This knitted stole features both cables and lace, with lace eyelets forming both the borders between cable panels and the background behind the main cable panel. The interplay between dense cables and airy eyelets is highlighted by the lovely drape and shine of Galileo.
Pattern is charted.
As written, the full six balls of yarn will get used up; if you think you would like a larger shawl, do buy more. The stretchiness of the bamboo allows for a fair bit of growth to the shawl while blocking, so keep this in mind, particularly if you are substituting yarns.
Suggested substitute yarn for Knit Picks Galielo is Madelinetosh Pashmina. You will only need one or the other of these yarns to complete the project.
Starlet Stole by Jessie McKitrick
What is Being Made
The Starlet Stole is an elegant knitted wrap designed as an advanced-level shawl project. This luxurious accessory measures 68.5 inches in length and 21 inches in width when blocked, making it a versatile piece suitable for draping over shoulders or wearing as a decorative wrap. Before blocking, the stole measures approximately 50 inches by 17 inches, allowing for significant blocking and shaping to achieve the final dimensions.
Design and Construction Techniques
This stole showcases a sophisticated interplay between two contrasting knitting techniques: dense cable panels and delicate lace eyelets. The design features lace eyelets that serve a dual purpose—they form both the borders between individual cable panels and create an airy background behind the main cable panel. This combination of textural elements is intentionally designed to highlight the beautiful drape and lustrous shine of the yarn used.
The eyelet sections are worked using the classic k2tog, yo (knit two together, yarn over) decrease and increase combination on both the right side and wrong side rows. The pattern is charted to accurately reflect this two-directional eyelet work, ensuring consistent stitch definition throughout the lace sections. To maintain clarity while working the intricate combination of lace and cable sections, stitch markers are placed between each distinct section during the set-up row, providing essential reference points as you progress through the pattern.
Stitches Used
- Cable stitches: Form the dense, textured panels that create visual interest and structure
- Lace eyelets: Created through k2tog and yarn over combinations for an open, airy effect
- Garter stitch: Used as the gauge measurement basis (22 stitches over 40 rows equals 4 inches)
Materials and Specifications
Yarn: Knit Picks Galileo in Pearl colorway. This yarn is a luxurious blend of 50% Merino Wool and 50% Viscose from Bamboo, providing both warmth and a silky drape. The yarn is supplied in sport weight and requires 6 balls to complete the project, with each ball containing 131 yards per 50 grams.
Needles and Notions: US 7 (4.5 mm) needles in either straight or circular configuration. Additional notions include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, a cable needle for manipulating cable stitches, and 6 stitch markers for tracking the different lace and cable sections throughout the pattern.
Difficulty Level and Gauge
This project is rated as advanced, reflecting the complexity of managing multiple stitch techniques simultaneously—specifically the coordination of cables and lace eyelets. The gauge is 22 stitches and 40 rows per 4 inches when measured in garter stitch without blocking. Checking gauge before beginning is essential, as accurate gauge directly impacts the final blocked dimensions of the finished stole.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Designer: | Jessie McKitrick |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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