The Ky Tie is a cute little accessory that can be added to any outfit for some extra fun. If you’re up for a challenge, knit the seamless version which uses Judy’s magic cast-on and kitchener stitch. Alternatively, you can knit the seamed version which has two small seams at the cast-on and bind-off edges. For both versions, short rows are worked to create a triangle. The tie is then knit in the round to create a tube with purl stitches on each side to form a ribbon-like fabric. Once the tie is long enough, short rows are then worked again to form the other triangular end. This stash-busting project is perfect for any knitter who knows the basics!

Materials:

• 115 yards / 105 meters of lace weight yarn (sample shown used Amano Yarns Uma - 37% baby suri alpaca / 37% super kid mohair / 26% mulberry silk; 25g / 230 yards / 210 meters; colorway 1904 Imperial Blue)
• Size US 3 (3.25mm) 32” (80cm) circular needles or longer
• 2 stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:
34 sts & 30 rows = 4” (10cm) in stockinette stitch on US 3 (3.25mm) needles, after gentle blocking.
Note: reaching exact gauge is not as important for this project. Feel free to play around with different yarns and needle sizes, keeping in mind that it may change the finished measurements.

Finished Measurements:
Length (easily adjustable): 48” / 120 cm.
Width: 1.25” / 3 cm.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited.