Somoni by Lynn Di Cristina

Somoni

Knitting
August 2015
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in pattern after blocking
US 8 - 5.0 mm
400 yards (366 m)
One size (easily adjustable) Approximately 9-1/2” x 50” (24 cm x 127 cm)
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Finished Measurements: Approximately 9-1/2” x 50” (24 cm x 127 cm)

Yarn: 400 yds/365 m of worsted weight yarn. Shown using Kismet Fiber Works Pamiri Worsted Weight (140 yds/450 m per 100g skein), 100% Goat - Cashgora. Color: Natural Brown, 2 skeins.
As each Tajiki woman spins a different thickness, the Pamiri skeins are created by measuring 100 grams. Skeins can vary with more yardage making them more of a heavy DK through Aran weight. As each Tajiki woman spins a different thickness, the Pamiri skeins are created by measuring 100 grams. Skeins can vary with more yardage making them more of a heavy DK through Aran weight. Thus, it is important to check your gauge.

Needles: US#8/5.0 mm 32”/80 cm circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge: 16 sts/20 rows = 4”/10 cm in pattern after blocking.

Notions: 1 stitch marker and a tapestry needle.

Charted and written instructions.

This pattern has been tech edited and test knit.

The Somoni is the currency of Tajikistan. I applaud Kismet Fiber Works for supporting Tajik women. Pamiri is a yarn with a story. Please take the time to read about it on the Kismet Fiber Works website.