The pattern that inspired this handspun sontag was originally published in Godey’s Lady’s Book in January 1860. Godey’s was a popular magazine for women published in Philadelphia from 1830 to 1898. This wrap keeps the modern handspinner warm and her hands free to play with fiber. Make it in Merino as shown or your favorite rare-breed wool for an extra-special project.

Materials
Fiber 91/2 oz Merino wool.
Yarn 2-ply; 580 yd MC, 25 yd CC; 1,230 ypp; 18 wpi; sportweight.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 24” circular (cir).
Crochet hook size US H/5mm for edging
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 26 rows = 4” in Blocks patt.
Finished Size 28-1/4” shoulder width, -/2” back length, 17-1/2” front length, excluding ties.