Cashmere Neckie by Kristen Ashbaugh-Helmreich

Cashmere Neckie

Knitting
February 2015
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
3 stitches = 1 inch
in garter stitch
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
US 11 - 8.0 mm
66 - 132 yards (60 - 121 m)
one size
English
This pattern is available for free.

Say goodbye to scarves and embrace these hip little warmers perfect for icy winter days and staying warm on the ski slopes. They are also perfect for transitioning into spring with lighter layers.

Materials:

  • For a single color Neckie:1 skein of Lotus Cashmere Chunky Yarn (55g/70 yds, 100% Cashmere) - Color Shown #04 Sand

  • For a two color Neckie (makes 2 Neckies): 2 skeins/2 colors of Lotus Cashmere Chunky Yarn (55g/70 yds 100% Cashmere) - Colors Shown #47 Charcoal (MC) and #36 Lime (CC)

  • US size 10.5 / 6.5mm and size 11 / 8mm needles (or size needed to get gauge)

  • One 1”-1.5” button

  • Tapestry Needle for weaving in ends

Finished Measurements:
Blocked - 16” long x 7.5” wide
Unblocked - 14.5” long x 7.5” wide

Gauge:
3 sts = 1” in garter stitch

Please Note: Getting gauge for this project is critical! The yardage using the Lotus Cashmere Chunky is very tight (within just a few feet of yarn) so it’s very important to get stitch gauge. If you are a tight knitter, it is recommended that you go up a needle size. Also, to conserve yarn we’ve used a cable cast on (uses less yarn) and made our tails as short as we dare. If using 2 colors, you can make 2 Neckies by swapping the MC and the CC on the 2nd Neckie.