Kaleidoscope by Pat Menchini

Kaleidoscope

Knitting
January 2016
King Cole Shine DK
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in over main pattern
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
924 - 1540 yards (845 - 1408 m)
To fit bust: 32-34, 35-37, 38-40, 41-43, 44-46, 47-49 inches
English
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I was inspired by some beautiful African printed fabics I saw to try and come up with a simplified version for an easy fair-isle design. Combining a random dyed main shade in vibrant colours with the simplicity of the black gives a really striking effect. This makes the design look complicated - but it isn’t! In addition the subtle sparkle of the main shade adds a lovely touch.

Please note: The chart for this pattern is a copy of my original hand written chart.

King Cole Shine DK (Festive)
3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5 100g balls
King Cole Glitz DK (Jet)
3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4 100g balls