Shinshiro Cape by Alex Capshaw-Taylor

Shinshiro Cape

Knitting
October 2015
Aran (8 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
in herringbone patt.
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
2295 - 2601 yards (2099 - 2378 m)
About 92 (95½, 99)" (233.5 [242.5, 251.5] cm) circumference at lower edge.
English

Worked in a lofty herringbone pattern, this A-line cape is knitted in four pieces that are seamed together for a raglan fit across the shoulders. Special features include zippered pockets and a high funnel-neck opening for a wrap that’s both warm and practical.

Finished Size About 92 (95½, 99)“ (233.5 242.5, 251.5 cm) circumference at lower edge. Cape shown measures 92” (233.5 cm) at lower edge.

Yarn Berroco Elements (51% wool, 49% nylon; 153 yd 141m/50 g): #4905 Nickel, 15 (16, 17) balls. Worsted weight (#4 Medium)

Needles Size U.S. 10½ (6.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) or longer circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Stitch holder; tapestry needle; piece of fabric measuring 17½“ by 15½” (44.5 by 39.5 cm) for pockets; sharp-point sewing needle; sewing thread to match yarn and pocket fabric; two 7” (18 cm) nonseparating zippers.

Gauge 26 sts and 18 rows = 4” (10 cm) in herringbone patt.

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