#12 Cocoon Coat by Linda Medina

#12 Cocoon Coat

Knitting
August 2006
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
11 stitches and 19 rows = 4 inches
in stripe pattern using size 11 (8mm) needle
US 11 - 8.0 mm
US 10 - 6.0 mm
926 yards (847 m)
Bust 42"/106.5cm
English

Pattern description from Knit Simple, Fall 2006: “A virtual rectangle with a bit f shaping for the neck transforms into a unique jacket with some creative folding. The sleeve bands are knit and attached at the same time.”

Knit Tip: “Alternate garter-stitch rows of both yarns to achieve the furrowed look.”

Materials:

  • Remix by Skacel Collection, 1¾oz/50g balls, each approx 49yd/45m (acrylic/polymide)
  • 10 balls in #1474 fire (MC)
  • Loft Classic by Skacel, 1¾oz/50g balls, each approx 109yd/100m (wool)
  • 4 balls in #1220 black (CC)
  • Size 11 (8mm) circular needle, 36”/91cm long or size to obtain gauge
  • One pair size 10 (6mm) knitting needles
  • Small amount of contrasting color yarn for markers.

Measurements:

  • Bust 42”/106.5cm
  • Length 21½“/54.5cm
  • Upper arm 43”/109cm

Note: Coat is made in one piece.