The Design
Easy wearability.”
Do you remember ‘Janie’s Grandmother’s Quadrangle Wrap’, a shop favorite from years past? Inspired by the easy wearability of the original, we’ve re-visioned the wrap at a finer gauge, changed the direction of the knitting, dropped the back neckline to sit nicely on the shoulders, and finessed the front edges with small I-cord. Equally stylish with denim or a dress, on a beach walk or out to dinner, wear it a little differently every day!
This version is knit holding and together throughout. With the addition of tweedy flecks and a touch of alpaca and silk, it has drape and softness to spare. Mohair fills in the spaces and adds that bit of halo that we love. With row after row of soothing garter stitch, this wrap is a pleasure to knit and to wear.
Wrap is constructed in two pieces that are joined with three needle bind off when finished.
The Details
FINISHED SIZES, BLOCKED
See notes on choosing a size on the Knitters' Notes tab.
XS/S: Approx. 38"/97cm square; 54"/137cm diagonal length; 27"/69cm back neck to front point.
M/L: Approx. 44"/112cm square; 62"/158cm diagonal length; 31"/79cm back neck to front point.
XL/XXL: Approx. 50"/127cm square; 71"/180cm diagonal length; 35"/90cm back neck to front point.
Details given for smallest size; larger sizes in parentheses ( ).
YARN
Shown here with two yarns held together throughout.
Yarn A: 6 (8, 10) skeins (191 yds/175m ea), Color 177; and
Yarn B: 5 (7, 9) skeins (230 yds/210m ea), color 590, held together throughout.
Model is 5' 8"/173cm and is wearing size M/L.
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 8 (5mm) 32"/80cm circular needles or size to obtain gauge.
Spare circular needle in gauge size or smaller.
Locking markers.
Waste yarn and darning needle.
Blocking pins.
GAUGE
16 sts/32 rows = 4"/10cm in garter stitch.
KNITTER'S NOTES
CHOOSING A SIZE: We designed this wrap in three sizes so you can choose a size that is neither skimpy nor overwhelming. Unlike most garments, the fit has more to do with stature than bust size.
MEASURE YOURSELF: With arms outstretched, ask a friend to measure your wingspan from fingertip to fingertip.
CHOOSE A SIZE: Choose the square size that has the diagonal dimension closest to your wingspan. What if you find yourself between sizes? Here’s where your personal style comes in. If you prefer a more tailored look, choose the smaller size. If you prefer a more dramatic look, choose the larger size. Whatever you choose, this piece is so forgiving you really can’t go wrong!
