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I am quite fond of geometric motifs and I was excited to find this motif combination of circles and scalloped ovals. The gold and green really complement each other here – giving just the right contrast to make this pattern stand out effectively. The overall look made me think of chain maille links, so I called this Hlenca which is Old English for “a link, a chain of links, a coat of maille formed with rings”.

Difficulty - Advanced Beginner

Skills used - Knitting in the round, colourwork

Sizes - One size

Finished measurements
Circumference: 74 cm / 29 inches unstretched; 98 cm / 38 inches stretched
Height: 37 cm / 14 ½ inches

Gauge – blocked
9 stitches and 10 Rows = 5 cm / 2 inches in stockinette in the round on US 8 (5 mm) needles

Approximate yardage
Main Colour (MC) est. 85 g / 3 oz. (180 m / 197 yds)
Contrast Colour est. 78 g / 2.8 oz. (165 m / 180 yds)

Yarn Used
Main Colour (MC) Lionbrand Wool Ease 180 m / 85 g (197 yds / 3 oz), 1 ball. Colour 078A Rainforest. Any currently available Worsted (#4) yarn with similar yardage may be substituted.
Contrast Colour (MC) Lionbrand Wool Ease 180 m / 85 g (197 yds / 3 oz), 1 ball. Colour 087 Arrowwood. Any currently available Worsted (#4) yarn with similar yardage may be substituted.

Needles - US 8 (5 mm) circular, 56cm /22” long, or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions - Stitch markers, tapestry needle