One of the reasons I started designing was because I wanted to provide more beautiful patterns to those who craft for good causes. The Wrapped in Lace PICC Line Cover speaks specifically to that goal. This pattern calls for cotton thread so it can easily be washed in cold water, making it not only pretty, but convenient for the person receiving it. Since cancer, or other forms of IV therapy know no age limits, this PICC line cover can be adjusted for all ages and sizes. You will need the person’s upper arm measurements before starting this piece, but I have included some averages, should you plan to make these to donate to charity organizations.

Difficulty:
Intermediate/Advanced

Materials Needed:
1.5mm steel hook
150-200 yards #10 crochet thread
scissors
yarn needle
(Optional) 1 yard ¼“ ribbon

Stitches Used:
sl st = slip stitch
ch= chain
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet

Additional Terms:
3dc cluster: YO, insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop, YO, draw through 2 loops (1st stitch of cluster made), YO, insert hook into same st, pull up a loop, YO draw through 2 loops (2nd st of cluster made), YO, insert hook into same st, pull up a loop, YO draw through 2 loops (3rd st of cluster made), YO, draw through all loops on hook.
hdc in the 3rd loop: work all stitches for the round in the 3rd loop of the hdc from previous round. Instructions: Working in the 3rd loop of an hdc: Look at the top of the stitch, and locate the sideways “V”, bend the stitch to look at the back, and you should see another “V” made by the “yarn over”. You’ll be working into the back loop of that “V”, this is the yarn over and is called the 3rd loop.

Gauge:
For the main part or “body” of the cover, 4 rows in an inch, and the piece should be 5” wide, before adding edging. For the edging, it’s 24 stitches to 3”.

Measurements:
Adult size is 7.5” tall, circumference will vary.