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Incandescent
Incandescent is a beanie featuring a romantic rose colorwork pattern and a folded brim. Using a gradient set for the for the contrast color gives a stunning effect.
Size
M, to fit a head circumference 22’’ / 55 cm.
Finished measurements
Circumference: 20’’ / 50 cm
Height: 9.75’’ / 24.5 cm
Yarn
La Bien Aimée Merino Singles and SnailYarn Merino Singles (100% SW merino, single ply, 366 m / 100 g), or other fingering weight yarn. Shown in colors Loam (MC) and Viridian gradient set (CC).
1 skein of MC, 1 set of CC.
Yardage
MC: 200 yds / 180 m,
CC: 110 yds / 100 m.
Needles
US 2 (2.75 mm) and US 2½ (3.0 mm) - 16’’/40 cm long circular needles and dpns in the bigger size for the crown decreases. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the right gauge.
Gauge
26 sts x 37 rnds = 4x4’’ / 10x10 cm in colorwork, worked in the round, on the bigger needles (after blocking).
Other
5 stitch markers, tapestry needle.
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- First published: February 2021
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- Last updated: January 2, 2024 …
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