Sometimes you just want to cover your shoulders….
Well, this is the “Dilly topper” and it does just that, covering your shoulders in a fun and textured way. Knitted in the round starting with a casual rolled neckline and from there, it keeps increasing right to the bottom ribbed portion.
The pattern is fully written.
The neckline measures 24” around, the bottom edge is 66” around and 8.5” in height.
Yarn
C1- A skein of Bamboo+. 272 yards/100 grams in a 60% bamboo/40% cotton yarn in a DK weight.
C2- A skein of Trinklet 435 yards/50 grams in a lace weight yarn sprinkled with colorful nubs.
The yarns are held together throughout to create the great textures.
Knit kits/yarn available HERE.
Notions
US size 6 (4 mm) circular needles.
One 16” (42 cm) and one 36” (92 cm) long.
Stitch marker.
Tapestry needle or crochet hook for finishing.
Gauge: 15 sts and 23 rows in 4” of stockinette stitch.
Techniques applied
Knitting and purling in the round with two yarns held together, increasing, binding off, weaving in ends and optional blocking.
Level of Expertise: Easy