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This collar uses 4 ply yarn with only one skein needed.

This collar uses one skein of 4 ply yarn

A detachable knit collar inspired by my daily walks along the ocean. The delicate picot edging was designed to mimic the tiny ripples and foamy waves that form where the tide meets the shore.

This quick, versatile accessory adds just the right touch of texture to any outfit, and it’s perfect for anyone who loves simple, timeless knits that they can take anywhere.

MATERIALS

I used 4 ply sport, West Yorkshire Spinners Solstice in colourway Breeze.70% Falkland Island Wool, 20% Lyocell, 10% Cashmere. 100g | 3.5 ounces and 400 metres | 437 yards
3.25 mm | US 3 knitting needles. I used circular needles. (Or whichever sizes needed to obtain gauge)
4 x stitch markers
Stitch holder/scrap yarn
Scissors
Tapestry needle

GAUGE

Knit flat in stockinette stitch after wash and block:

28 stitches x 37 rows = 4 x 4 IN | 10 x 10 CM

SIZING

1 (2, 3)

The collar is designed to be approximately 2 IN | 5 CM larger than your cross back measurement. Select a cross back size that most closely matches that for you.

Across back: 16 (18, 20) IN | 40.5 (45.5, 50) CM

YARN ESTIMATES

186 (220, 250) metres | 204 (240, 274) yards

47 (55, 63) grams | 1.7 (2, 2.3) ounces .

LEVEL

Advanced beginner.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and tested prior to publishing.