INFO ‘Rope Knots’ has a bit of a nautical flair, with a design inspired by the twisted lines of boat riggings and moorings. Shown here in a neutral, light beige fiber by the Dutch hand-dyer ‘Wol met Verve,’ this triangular shawl starts with bands of garter and eyelet rows before changing to a broad, dramatic cabled panel. Although the cables look complex, they are actually easy to knit using the charts and written instructions provided. Neatly finished and ship-shape edges complete the look. Cast on for your own version of ‘Rope Knots,’ and away you go with favorable winds and smooth sailing! YARN Wol met Verve Vigorous DK (100% SW merino, 115 gr-252yds/230m). Sample yardage, 727yds/665m in color Incense, 3 skeins. Consider purchasing 1 skein extra if your gauge is off. Or any DK weight yarn: approx. 727-820yds (665-750m). MATERIALS 32-40” (minimum 80-100 cm) circular or straight needles. US 5 (3.75 mm) US 7 (4.5 mm) Stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle. GAUGE - BLOCKED 4” (10 cm) In garter stitch pattern, 17 stitches x 28 rows. In cable pattern, 25 stitches x 28 rows. Gauge is not crucial at all, but will affect final size and yardage. FINISHED DIMENSIONS Approx. 75” (190 cm) wingspan along top edge 23” (58 cm) width. ADJUSTMENTS Different sizes and fits can also be achieved by altering yarn weight and/or needle size(s).
