I originally designed this as a cape for bridal wear, with the image of it being very useful in the spring and fall to keep a chill off the shoulders. However, it has also worked out to be a wonderful everyday outerwear piece to fill in the gap when a full jacket isn’t needed. Knit out of the super bulky Malabrigo Rasta, this piece is a fast knit that will satisfy the “I want a new knitwear garment now” urge.

This cape is knit flat, and is one-size fits most, with the finished measurements being 54” (137.2cm) around. It is shaped like a raglan sweater so that it sits easily on your shoulders. The petals and collar are shaped with short rows, and this project uses a special bind off to ensure the bind off edge allows the curved edge.

Materials:
4 Skeins Malabrigo Rasta (100% Merino, 90 yd (82m)/150g. Super Bulky) - Sample knit in colourway 150, Azul Profondes
US 15/10mm circular needle (or needle to obtain gauge), 32” (80 cm) or longer.

Finishing:
Sewing needle
Sewing Thread
Frog Closure (or closure of your choice)

Gauge: In stockinette, knit flat: 8 st and 14 rows = 4” (10cm)