Breakers

Construction

The double garter stitch pattern is worked on every one of its 52 rows. The two selvedge ends are joined together in an intriguing and attractive double bind-off similar to three-needle bind-off.

What's Included

This knitting pattern includes written directions, a photo tutorial for the double bind off, and links to video tutorials for unusual techniques.

Sizes + Finished Measurements

13″ (33 cm) x 60″ (152.5 cm) circumference.

Yarn

Bulky weight yarn;
460 yd / 420 m MC;
230 yd / 210 m CC.

Shown in SweetGeorgia Yarns Superwash Six (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 115 yd / 105 m per 4 oz / 115 g skein) in Willow and Auburn.

Substitution Notes

Choose a smooth, bulky weight yarn. Multiple strands of lighter weight yarns may also be used to achieve the bulky gauge.

Gauge

16 sts and 16 rows = 4″ (10 cm) over double garter stitch pattern using 5 mm (US 8) needle.

Needles + Notions

5 mm (US 8) circular needle, 100 cm (40″) long;
One 5 mm (US 8) double-pointed needle.

Skills

Double garter st with special cast on and bind off (included in instructions), worked flat.

Related Tutorials

Double Bind Off
Double Garter Stitch
Double-Wrap Long Tail Cast On
Estimate Tail Length for Cast On
Cast On Too Tight?