Irish Wonderland by Julie Knits in Paris

Irish Wonderland

Knitting
November 2024
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in colourwork
US 6 - 4.0 mm
416 yards (380 m)
English
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Irish Wonderland is a tribute to Irish culture: the colourwork of the cowl features the Irish shamrock, the crown and heart of the claddagh ring, and the celtic tree of life.
These symbols of faith, hope, love, loyalty and strength are encased in an infinity cowl for best lucky charm results!

YARN

Townhouse Yarns Christmas Cracker, Sparkle DK, 75% merino 20% nylon 5% stellina, 212 m / 232 yds / 100 g.
Col. A: Solas (variegated pastels with a touch of warm gold) 1 skein / 190 m / 208 yds
Col. B: Shadowmire (dark burgundy purple with black and brown undertones) 1 skein / 190 m / 208 yds
High contrast between colours A and B is crucial for motifs to appear clearly.

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

4 mm / US 6 circular needles (recommended length: 55 cm / 22”)
Spare yarn
Tapestry needle
1 marker
Optional: 4 markers, flexible stitch holder

GAUGE

24 sts x 24 rnds = 10 cm / 4” over colourwork
Gauge is not crucial but will affect yarn quantity requirements.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Tube circumference: 38 cm / 15”
Tube length from cast-on to bind-off: 74 cm / 29”
Finished moebius cowl: 19 cm x 36 cm / 7”½ x 14”