Florence by Elsebeth Lavold

Florence

Knitting
January 2012
Aran (8 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
4.5 mm
728 - 832 yards (666 - 761 m)
SM (LXL)
English

Romantic hooded capelet, inspired by 19th century outerwear, features cables and flowers on a reverse stockinette ground. Cape may be closed at the neck with a pretty brooch or shawl pin, or a crocheted button loop and button can be added.

Level of Difficulty: Experienced

Length 13¾ (15¾) in / 35 (40) cm

Materials:

  • Silky Wool XL 7 (8) balls
  • 1 decorative button in desired size (optional)

Needles:

  • 32 in / 80 cm circulars US sizes 6 and 7 / 4 and 4.5 mm
  • Crochet hook US size 7 / 4.5 mm (optional)
  • Cable needle