Chinchilla Capelet and Scarf Knitting Pattern Download

Description

The cape is knitted in one piece – from the top down – like a giant yoke. Although the increases are worked with simple yarnovers, the texture of the chenille yarn hides the resulting eyelets. The capelet can be worn with the opening in front, back, or on the side. You can order the buttons used here from Veronik’s favorite button shop in Montreal or seek out something vintage. The scarf is separate – wear it or not.

Finished Size: Capelet: 13″ (33 cm) long at center front and back, and about 54″ (137 cm) circumference (buttoned). Scarf: about 7″ (18 cm) wide and 42″ (106.5 cm) long.
Yarn: Berroco Chinchilla Bulky (100% rayon; 41 yd [38 m]/ 50 g): #7538 tan, 7 balls for capelet; 3 balls for scarf.
Yarn weight: #6 – Super Bulky
Gauge: 15 ½ sts and 26 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in St st.
Needles: Size 9 (5.5 mm): 32″ (80-cm) circular (cir) for capelet; straight for scarf. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle; size I/9 (5.5-mm) crochet hook; four ?” (2.2-cm) buttons. Buttons shown are Antique Finish Italian Ball buttons from Rix Rax.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Fall 2003