Becalm

Knitting
March 2013
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch on larger needle
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1876 - 2144 yards (1715 - 1960 m)
30/34, 38/42, 46/50
English
This pattern is available for free.

A perfect layering piece for warmer weather, this cropped coverup is trimmed with bright stripes.

The garment is worked in one piece from right to left. The neckband is picked up and worked in the round. Instructions are written and include schematics.

Skill level: Easy

Finished Measurements
Width – 36 (38-40)”
Length – 16 (17-18)”

Materials

  • 3 (3-4) Hanks Berroco Weekend DK (100 grs/268 yards), #2976 Dark Denim (MC) and 1 hank each #2926 Clothesline (A), #2923 Tomatillo (B), #2964 Curry (C) and #2971 Squash (D)
  • 29” (80cm) Length circular knitting needles, sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4.00 mm) or size to obtain gauge
  • 16” Length circular knitting needle, size 5 (3.75 mm)
  • 1 Stitch marker

Gauge
22 sts = 4”; 30 rows = 4” in St st on larger needle