Description
The humble single crochet stitch is shaped into a chic hip-length cape from the top down, with arm slits and a double-breasted button-front closure. Designed to be worn over other garments for both warmth and style, it is surprisingly lightweight.
Finished Size:30 (34, 38, 42, 46)” bust circumference and 26 (27, 27, 28, 28)” in length (not including collar). Garment shown measures 34″.
Yarn:Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino (100% superwash merino; 306 yd [280 m]/3½ oz [100 g]; ): #486 “114 cayenne, 6 (6, 7, 8, 8) balls.
Yarn Weight:#3 – Light
Hook:Sizes I/9 (5.5 mm) and K/10 ½ (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions:St markers (m); yarn needle; twelve 13/8″ buttons; small piece of ½” wide grosgrain ribbon; one size 4 sew-on snap; sewing needle and matching thread.
Gauge:19 sts and 18 rows = 4″ in st patt with larger hook after blocking.
Originally Published:Interweave Crochet, Winter 2010
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