Mortar Cowl: Knitty Deep Fall 2011. By Elisabeth Parker For most of my life, my standard over-layer has been the classic, grungy, waffle-knit long-sleeve t-shirt. In my attempts to recreate this garment in a handknit, I’ve met, tried and rejected a veritable ton of “waffle” stitch patterns, usually created using triangles of knit and purl stitches arranged artfully, or some combination of ribbing and garter stitch. Generally, these stitches look great and waffle-y, especially on small needles, but I was unable to find the hand-knitting equivalent to my favorite mass-produced stitch pattern on a larger scale! I began experimenting with slipped stitches and floats, and came up with a deceptively simple, three-stitch, four-row repeat that will trap extra air to keep you cozy, just like the real thing!
And, as an added bonus, the “wrong side” has its own distinct look, opening up extra styling possibilities – my personal favorite is wrapped twice and rolled over into a shawl collar! Editorial spring 06. Note: To make this pattern easier to understand, the predominantly yellow (MC) side will be called the RS, and the predominantly black (CC) side will be called the WS.
CO 48 stitches using CC. I recommend using a cable cast on, but a tubular cast on is also nice for double knitting. Now it's time to add the second color, and work the first row. You will have to get used to holding both yarns at once. Throughout, you carry both colors forward or back between the needles before each stitch, though you are only knitting or purling with one color at a time. The first row is worked entirely in MC on the RS, and CC on the WS. You should have what looks like the first row of 1x1 rib, but with the purled stitches in a different color from the knitted ones. Turn the work, so the WS is facing. You have just worked 2 rows in double-knit stockinette stitch, with one side (RS) worked in MC, and one side (WS) in CC.
BO all sts using CC. Border-less artwork framing with clear acrylic, by Architect Rudy H.
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