the Openwork Capelet

This capelet is an easy modification to the Openwork Bolero and has been added to the bolero pattern.

A quick and easy pattern for at least an intermediate knitter this capelet uses 1 skein of Cascade's Magnum, #19 needles for the openwork portion and #17 for the garter stitch neckline.

A great gift to make for the Holidays... speaking of which, Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you all enjoy!

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an easy modification

I'm currently making a lot of small quick projects like this capelet (an easy modification of my Openwork Bolero pattern) for an upcoming Holiday sale. I really like the way this turned out so I think I'll add the modification to the pattern.

Not quite sure the date for the sale yet, but I'll keep you posted!

the crocheted Canadian

I'm currently working on a crocheted version of the Misti Brioche Honeycomb Sweater and as I was making swatches of different crocheted stitches, namely the Back Loop Single Crochet I thought this would make a nice cowl.

I was going to make a short cowl not another infinity scarf but when I started playing around with the stitch pattern directionally, déjà vu! This looked too familiar and as that rarely seems to happen between knitting & crochet I couldn't resist.
So... the crocheted Canadian:

1 skein of Magnum by Cascade (@112.5m/123yds)
25mm or U hook
Gauge: 1sc & 1row = 2.5cm (1")

This can be worked over any number of stitches.

Start:
Chain 62 on the tight side. This will pull the scarf in and make it lay nicely when finished.
Row 1: 1 SC in 2nd ch from hook, 1 SC in each ch to end, turn.
Row 2: 1 CH, skip first sc, 1 SC in back loop of each sc, ending 1 SC in 1 ch, turn.
Repeat Row 2 (7 times) or until piece measures 14cm/5.5".
Sew ends together. 

Weave in ends, wear & enjoy!

Finished measurements measured flat: @14cm X 61-137cm or 5.5" x 24-60" 
Cowl pictured was @152cm/60".
Work pattern for at least 61cm(24") for a shorter cowl.
If making a shorter cowl you can get 2 cowls out of 1 skein of Magnum.

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