DETAILS

— » For this pattern I used a long-tail cast on with a doubled tail (doubled yarn/strand). I also cast on using two needles together to ensure that my stitches are not too tight. I then split my stitches symmetrically, back-and-forth, over 2 dpns; see photos.

— » You can view a video of the doubled tail, long-tail cast on here: http://youtu.be/1itkz_TOyo4

— » Also feel free to use Judy’s Magic Cast On © 2006 Judy Becker: http://knitty.com/ISSUEspring06/FEATmagiccaston.html

— » Increases: The left and right lifted increases can be swapped for any type of increase you prefer, simply note that out of 1 stitch you will need to make 3 stitches, every time.

MATERIALS

Worsted weight, 100% cotton yarn (50-100g) in desired color
(Examples include «Peaches & Creme» or «Lily Sugar ‘n Cream»)
5 Double pointed needles, size 2 (2.75 mm), or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle / crochet hook to weave in ends

Materials can be swapped as long as gauge is met.

Finished size: Approx. width = 4 inches (10.2 cm) X height = 4 inches (10.2 cm)
Gauge: Approx. 22 sts and 36 rows = 4 inches (10.2 cm)

ABBREVIATIONS

CO–cast on
dec–decrease; decreased
dpn(s)–double pointed needle(s)
k–knit
k1b–knit 1 stitch in the row below
ktog–knit together
k2tog–knit 2 stiches together
lli–left-lifted increase
p–purl
rep–repeat
rli–right-lifted increase
rnd(s)–round(s)
skp–slip one, knit one, pass slip stitch over
s2kp–slip two tog, knit one, pass two slip stitches over
st(s)–stitch(es)
ytb–yarn to back
ytf–yarn to front