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POW: The Courageous Caftan

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I can say with utmost certainty, I have never been so excited about an issue of Love of Crochet as I am about the Fall 2017 issue. There are so many beautiful projects packed in it that I lost count. One project did not just stand out to me, it jumped out of the magazine and slapped me up-side my head. I’m talking about Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby’s Courageous Caftan.

This is a refreshing take on the traditional cardigan. It is a drapey sweater that is constructed from four rectangular patterns. With an appeal that I can only describe as “luscious”, the look is not just fashion forward; it is inviting. To maintain that appeal, I would stick with using the Malabrigo Sock yarn that is recommended in the pattern. The yarn is 100% super wash merino wool.

So many of the patterns in the fall issue of Love of Crochet deserve a second and third look. This is not just due to the finished appeal, but the diversity in sizing. The Courageous Caftan covers a variety of sizes, to include plus sizes. That is a thoughtful detail on the part of the designer that I can appreciate.

Remember, I could only choose one pattern of the week in order to meet the deadline for this post. I could have easily chosen five from this issue alone! Sadly, it’s not called Patterns of the Week. I highly advise you get your own copy of Love of Crochet Fall 2017. There are so many inspiring projects, you may not know where to begin!


Pattern Details

 

FINISHED SIZE 30¾ (34, 38¼ , 41¾ , 46, 49½ , 53, 57¼ )” hip circumference to fit 28 (32, 36, 40, 42, 46, 52, 56)” bust. Sample shown measures 38¼ ” hip, modeled with 2¼ ” ease.

YARN Malabrigo Yarn Sock ( 100% super wash merino wool; 440 yd [402 m]/3½ oz [100 g]; ):  SW800 Tiziano red, 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) hanks.

HOOK Sizes C/2 (2.75 mm). Adjust hook size if needed to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS Yarn needle.

GAUGE 28 sts and 13½ rows = 4″ in patt.


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