Braid Detail Cape by Patons

Braid Detail Cape

by Patons
Knitting
January 2010
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 9 - 5.5 mm
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
960 - 1200 yards (878 - 1097 m)
S, XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL, 3/5XL
English

Skill Level: Easy

Warm cape with an exciting appliqued braid detail. Shown in Patons Classic Wool Roving. (Patons Yarns)

SIZES
to fit bust measurement
Extra-Small / Small 28-34 ins / 71-86.5 cm
Medium / Large 36-42 ins / 91.5-106.5 cm
Extra-Large / 2 Extra-Large 44-50 ins / 112-127 cm
3/5 Extra-Large 52-62 ins / 132-157.5 cm

Patons® Classic Wool Roving
(100 g/3.5 oz; 109 m/120 yds)
Size S XS/S M/L XL/2XL 3/5XL
77040 (Dark Grey) 8 9 9 10 balls

Sizes 5.5 mm (U.S. 9) and 6.5 mm (U.S. 10½) knitting needles.
Size 5.5 mm (U.S. 9) circular knitting needle 36 ins (90 cm) long for lower edging.
Pair of size 5.5 mm (U.S. 9) doublepointed needles for i-cord ties or size needed to obtain tension.
4 stitch holders.

Cape design features triangles on the sides, i-cord ties with tassels, collar and braided applique in the front.

Construction schematics and tassel diagram are provided in pdf download (modified September 2010).