Unexpected Red Capelet Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Whimsical and daring, this capelet is worked in an alpaca yarn that has a gold thread running through it – a bit of unexpected glam. A dashing velvet ribbon ties at the throat like a man’s tie . . . or in a bow if you’re in a gentler mood.

Finished Size: 87 (98)” circumference at lower edge and 11 ½ (13)” high
Yarn: Nashua Handknits Ivy (50% alpaca, 45% merino, 5% estellina; 137 yd [125 m]/50 g): #2070 red, 3 (4) balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Yarn weight: #4 – Medium
Gauge: 18 sts and 26 rows = 4″ in St st on larger needle
Needles: Size 8 (5 mm): 29″ circular needle; Size 6 (4 mm): 29″ circular needle
Notions: Markers (m); Yarn needle; Sewing needle; Red thread; ? yd 1 ½” wide dark-brown velvet ribbon
Originally Published: Knitscene, Fall 2007