Japanese Weave Crescent Wrap by Pam Powers

Japanese Weave Crescent Wrap

Knitting
January 2017
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in 1x1 Rib
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
680 yards (622 m)
Length at top: 44" / 112 cm Length at bottom: 55" / 140 cm Width: 14" / 36 cm
English

This version of the Japanese Weave Wrap is exclusive to the Wrap Trio eBook and is shaped with short rows to form a shoulder-hugging wrap. This version also differs from the original with the plaited sections being of different widths to provide even more interesting texture. The original rectangular version of this pattern is available as an individual download.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Length at top: 44” / 112 cm
Length at bottom: 55” / 140 cm
Width: 14” / 36 cm
YARN
Bulky-weight yarn in 3 colors:
Color A: 280 yds / 256 m
Color B: 215 yds / 197 m
Color C: 185 yds / 169 m
Yarn used: Cascade Baby Alpaca Chunky
(100% baby alpaca; 108 yds / 100 m per 100 g skein): 3 skeins Storm Twist (A) and 2 skeins each Black (B) and Charcoal (C)
NEEDLES
US size 10 1/2 / 6.5 mm: 24” / 60 cm or longer
circular needle (to accommodate large number of stitches)
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge
NOTIONS
Double-pointed needle (same size as circular or smaller) OR cable needle used to move stitches only
Tapestry needle
(Optional) Jul Designs Lock Toggle Leather Closure - removable (attaches with screws)
GAUGE
22 sts and 24 rows = 4” / 10 cm in 1x1 Rib