A basic shell with an elegant self-finish at the armhole, worked as the armhole is shaped. While sometimes thought of a fashion item to be worn with palazzo pants at a cocktail party, a sleeveless mock turtleneck is great layered under a cardigan or jacket for day and acts as a temperature regulator for those of us of a certain age. Remember, of course, that the neck ribbing can be extended to make a full turtleneck, or stop at 1” for a crew neckline.

Yarn:
Blue Sky Fibers Eco-Cashmere (approx 164 yards): 5 (5, 6, 7, 8)(8, 9, 10, 11) hanks in Gold Rush

Needles:
One pair straight needles, size 4
One pair straight needles, size 6
One 16” long circular needle, size 4
(Change needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.)

Notions:
Stitch markers
Removable stitch marker

Gauge:
23 sts and 32 rows = 4” in Blackwork, using larger needles