NOTES ABOUT THE PATTERN:

Yarns used in photos: Misti Alpaca Tonos Carnaval “Hand Paint Tone on Tone”
(50% Alpaca, 30% Merino Wool, 10% Silk, 10%Nylon, 100g/437 yds per skein)
CC1 – TF42 Maracuya 1 skein
CC2 – TF09 Surf Blue 1 skein
CC3 – TF10 Desert Sunset 1 skein
CC4 – TF02 Cerise 1 skein
CC5 – TF50 Spa 1 skein
TC – TF25 Truffle 1 skein
The pattern is worked starting with Part I, Section A, that is knitted in 2 halves, the same color. Then knitting one garter ridge of trim. That is followed by Section B, which is also knitted in 2 halves of different color. This process is repeated until there are 5 of Section A and 4 of Section B, that are joined by a garter ridge of trim. To finish Part I, pick up stitched from the selvage of Section B, and knit Section C.
Part II a is joining Section D, E, F, Eyelet Spoke #1 with trim to the matching color of Section A. Using the wyif, sl1+slf on RS then K2tog on WS (shown on page 3.) Part II b, the joining of Eyelet Spoke #2, Section G and H. Uses SSK on WS, then on RS, wyif, sl1, wyib on RS. These two different steps are very important. When working the s1f, it seems awkward, but the end result gives a very nice chain stitch edge.
It is also helpful to place a removable stitch marker in the selvage edge of Part 1, when working Part 2. Moving the marker to next selvage, as you work a crossed the selvage edge of Part 1. This helps you keep track of the next joining point.
While working Eyelet spoke, G and H of Part 2, the yarn ends will be on the right side of work. Which is strange, just use darning needle to bring to the wrong side and weave in as usual.
Total Yardage needed 1700 yards (uses approximately 300yds of each CC1 - CC5 and 200 yds of TC)
Gauge: 24 stitches and 24 rows =4 inches (10cm)
Gauge 6 stitches per inch
Finished Size (Approximate depending on yarn/needles used)
Finished measurements: 24” at widest point / 80 ½” long
Needles :
60” circular US 4 (3.50mm) or size to give gauge
Spare 60” circular needle or interchangeable cable with stops to use as a stitch holder
Straight needle US 4 (3.50mm) or size to give gauge
Aluminum crochet hook Size F (US)
Removable stitch makers

I have found it best to weave the ends as you go. The coloring book sheet on page 7, has been included to help you with the designing your project. Feel free to make copies of the coloring book page.***