Designer: Sarah Solomon
CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW
Wilde features a simple but effective cable pattern, easy to memorize but full of impact in the finished piece. It is knit flat from end to end using straight or circular needles. A slip stitch edge is used for a polished finish. Instructions are both written and charted making this pattern ideal for knitters who are new to working cables.
SIZES
Length: 62"/ 158 cm
Width: 8 ¼"/ 21 cm
YARN
Harrisville Nightshades/Daylights (DK weight) 85% Cormo Wool; 15% wool
250 yards per 100 g skein
2 skeins or 450 yards of DK weight yarn
Sample shown in Nightshades color Talk Radio
NEEDLES
Main Fabric Needle: US 6 [4.00 mm]: 24" circular or straight
Ribbing Needle: US 4 [3.5 mm]: 24" circular or straight
Adjust your needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
GAUGE
24 sts and 28 rows = 4" / 10 cm in cable pattern on Main Fabric Needle, after wet-blocking
Exact gauge is not vital. If you prefer a drapier fabric, increase your needles by one size.
NOTIONS
Stitch markers
Cable needle
Tapestry needle
TECHNIQUES USED
Chart reading (optional)
Cabling