The Champagne and Silk Wrap is a graceful wrap which brings together the elements that we associate with an evening of celebration! Inspiration for the design comes from the glitter of crystal stemware, bubbles rising in cold champagne, the soft whisper of luxurious silk as it moves over the body, and the sparkle of precious jewels against bare skin. Lace, cables and twisted stitches create a sumptuous fabric that is a party all on its own!

The wrap is a rectangle worked from the short side up. The border is worked first, followed by the Body. The second Border is worked separately and grafted to the Body over a plain Stocking stitch row.

One size

Finished Measurements
Length: 179 cm / 70 1⁄2”
Width: 43 cm / 17”

Gauge
20 sts / 32 rows = 10 cm / 4” in twisted rib (RS: k1 tbl, p1; WS: k1, p1 tbl), after blocking and relaxing. Gauge is not critical for this project but a difference in gauge will affect finished size and yarn requirement.

Materials
Yarn: Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts Nettle Soft DK
68% SW Fine Merino, 32% Nettle, 100g/3.5oz 240m/263yd.

Sample shown in Roaring Twenties.

Yardage: 3 skeins

Yardage Estimate: Approx 677 m / 742 yds.

Needle sizes: 3.75 mm / US 5 straight or circular needles (to accommodate a maximum of 139 sts), or size needed to achieve gauge.

Notions: Cable needle, stitch holders or waste yarn to hold stitches, 13 stitch markers,
tapestry needle.