Dockside Caplet by Amy LaRoux

Dockside Caplet

Knitting
August 2015
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in pattern stitch on larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
490 yards (448 m)
one size
English
This pattern is available from etsy.me for $6.00.

The Dockside Caplet combines two geometric patterns with two lightweight DK yarns, and is trimmed on the top and bottom edges with a simple rib stitch. A casual, yet refined look. Preppy perfection.

Finished measurements:
Circumference at top hem: 28”
Circumference at bottom hem” 48”
Width: 12” from top to bottom hem

Note: Model is a women’s size 6/34B.

Skill level: advanced beginner

Material List:
#3 DK weight yarn in neutral/main color, approximately 275 yards (C1)
#3 DK weight yarn in contrasting/complimentary color, approximately 215 yards (C2)
Shown: 1 skein of Malabrigo Rastita Yarn, color: 063 Natural (C1) and 1 skein of Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece Yarn, color: CW-385 Deep Sea Fog (C2)
US size 6 24” circular needles
US size 8 24-32” circular needles
One stitch marker
Darning needle

Additional gauge information:
20 stitches and 32 rows = 4” on US size 8 needles in pattern stitch
24 stitches and 34 rows = 4” on US size 6 needles in garter stitch