The Eleanor Portal Capelet and Scarf by Robin Hunter

The Eleanor Portal Capelet and Scarf

Knitting
October 2012
Aran (8 wpi) ?
17 stitches and 25 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
700 yards (640 m)
English
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The capelet/poncho is worked in the round, from the bottom up, with no seaming required. It utilizes a stretchy, rib-based stitch pattern, that allows the garment to mold to multiple body sizes in just one simple version. It is as comfortable and easy to wear as any shawl, and makes an invaluable accessory piece suitable for year round wear. It’s a simple knit, yet it creates a seemingly complex textured fabric. The stitch pattern is written and charted for ease of use. The scarf pattern coordinates with the capelet and adds an elegant finish around your neck.

Finished Measurements - Capelet/Poncho
One size only:
Circumference at lower edge: measured above the ruffle, un-stretched 35 inches (89 cm), fully stretched 60 inches (152 cm). Will fit from 34 to 50 inch bust measurements, (86 to 127 cm).
Length: 14 inches (35.5 cm).

Finished Measurements - Scarf
Width: 9.5 inches, (24 cm).
Length: 66 inches, (168 cm).

Yarn for Capelet/Poncho:
3 balls of Noro Taiyo, in colour 18: 40% cotton, 30% silk, 15% wool, 15% nylon,
approx. 218 yds (200 m) to 3.5 oz (100 g).
or
6 balls of Knitca Woolly Warmth, in colour 7664 Eggplant: 100% wool,
110 yds (100 m) to 1.7 oz (50 g).

Yarn for Scarf:
3 balls of Noro Taiyo, in colour 18: 40% cotton, 30% silk, 15% wool, 15% nylon,
approx. 218 yds (200 m) to 3.5 oz (100 g).
or
5 balls of Knitca Woolly Warmth, in colour 7664 Eggplant: 100% wool,
110 yds (100 m) to 1.7 oz (50 g).