#01 Medallion Capelet by Nicky Epstein

#01 Medallion Capelet

Knitting
January 2008
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in St st using size 10.5 (6.5mm) needles
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
420 yards (384 m)
Small-Large
English
Out of print. This pattern was available for $5.00.

Pattern description from Vogue Knitting, Winter 2007/08: “Lace swirls from the center out in the three circular medallions Nicky Epstein joined with stockinette stitching to form the body of her winsome capelet. Stitches for the ridged collar are picked up at the neckline and knit upward. Work it in ‘12-Ply Mongolian Cashmere’ fromJade Sapphire Exotic Fibres.”

“Loose-fitting capelet made with three knitted eyelet medallions crocheted together and a ridge pattern collar. Sized for one size Small-Large and shown on pages 68.”

Knitted Measurements:

  • Width across 3 joined medallions at widest point approx 50”/127cm
  • Length 15”/38cm

Notions: stitch marker, tapestry needle

Additional Gauge: One medallion measures approx 15”/38cm in diameter

Notes: “Capelet is made with 3 medallions joined together at top of shoulders. See page 38 for how-to’s.”