Named for my daughter, Anna, who is the world traveller in our Irish family, Celtic Traveller features an attractive pairing of two popular cable stitch patterns nestled closely together in a half-drop style. The proximity of the patterns to one another create a composition of work that looks both intricate and visually appealing.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knit to reduce the potential for error.

SIZES/YARN REQUIREMENTS

• SMALL/BABY - Measures approx 29” (73.5 cm) wide by 44” (112 cm) long. Allow approx 976 yds (893 m) aran weight yarn.
• MEDIUM - Measures approx 35.5” (90 cm) wide by 57” (145 cm) long. Allow approx 1,553 (1,420 m) aran weight yarn.
• LARGE - Measures approx 41.5” (105.5 cm) wide by 70” (178 cm) long. Allow approx 2,261 yds (2,067 m) aran weight yarn.

Pattern size is adjustable by simply working more/fewer Pattern Panel Repeats and/or Pattern Row Repeats.

The sample pictured is the LARGE throw.

Keep in mind that altering the size, differing tensions and even fiber content will change the amount of yarn needed. Please purchase sufficient yarn for your project. Better to have leftover for another small project than not enough for this one!

CONSTRUCTION

Throw is cast on and worked flat in one piece.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knit and purl stitches
• Cable cast-on
• Cable stitches - 2/1LPC, 2/2LC, 2/2LPC, 2/1RPC, 2/2RC, 2/2RPC
• Increase and decrease stitches - PFB, SSK, SSP

INSTRUCTIONS

The pattern is fully charted, but also includes complete written directions so the ability to read a chart is not necessary to work this pattern.

YARN NOTES

Look for yarn with a good twist for excellent stitch definition. Avoid highly variegated and/or excessively fuzzy yarn as it will obscure the cable pattern.

ADDITIONAL NOTIONS

You will also need:
Tapestry/blunt yarn needle
T-pins for blocking