Shimmery Wrap
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For a holiday party wrap, try a wool yarn with metallic thread.
By Kirstie McLeod
YARN
Nashua GRAND OPERA, 1¾oz/50g balls each approx 128yd/117m (86% wool, 9% viscose, 5% metallized polyester)
8 balls in #NGO .5793 Faded Lavender
KNITTING NEEDLES
1 pair size 6 (4mm) knitting needles or any size to obtain correct gauge
NOTIONS
Yarn needle
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
16"/40.5cm wide by 47 (58½, 70½)"/119.5 (148.5, 179)cm long
GAUGE
20 sts and 28 rows= 4"/10cm in Stockinette st.
Remember to check gauge for best results!
HOW TO MAKE A GAUGE SWATCH
Cast on 20 sts.
Work in Stockinette st for 4"/10cm from beginning.
Bind off.
Resulting gauge swatch should measure 4"/10cm square. If necessary, adjust needle size to obtain gauge.
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is a pattern preview only. It is provided so that readers can see the photos and check that they have the necessary supplies. The pattern for this project appears in our November/December '10 issue, available in hard copy only. To get just the issue with the pattern, call 800-865-7240 for the individual issue. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW.
NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS
This is only a preview of the pattern available in Your Knitting Life magazine, so you can see the yarn and ensure you have the necessary supplies. If you have specific questions about this pattern, please email the editorial staff.
The pattern for this project is available in hard copy only. To get only the print-version of the issue with this pattern, go here. Don't miss any of our patterns in the future: SUBSCRIBE NOW!