Starstruck Capelet by Kristen Stoltzfus

Starstruck Capelet

Crochet
December 2011
DK (11 wpi) ?
4.0 mm (G)
5.5 mm (I)
685 yards (626 m)
Adjustable; 6 1/2 inches in length
English

A classic rib-stitch hem and turtleneck collar provide a striking counterpoint to the sweet star-stitch body of this simple shoulder warmer. A hand-felted flower adds a charming finishing touch.

Skill Level:
Intermediate

Materials:

  • Debbie Macomber Blossom Street Collection Rosebud light (DK) weight superwash extra-fine merino yarn (1 3/4 oz/137 yds/50g per ball): 5 balls #504 petunia
  • Feltable wool: 15 yds black
  • Sizes G/6/4mm and I/9/5.5mm crochet hooks or size needed to obtain gauge
  • 2-inch decorative pin or button

Gauge:
Size G hook: 6 star sts = 2 inches; rnds 1–6 = 2 inches