Millstone by Marita Rothwell

Millstone

Knitting
June 2023
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
6 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch
US 17 - 12.0 mm
49 - 55 yards (45 - 50 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available for free.

MILLSTONE
The once essential community millstone has with time become symbolic of the labour and effort we put into our work. From the physical strength required to grind our grain into flour or our dogged determination to turn raw fleece into a hand worked garment, this symbol of effort and transformation is still relevent today. It reflects our commitment and the time given to each project we undertake. The Millstone collar, with its deep garter furrows reminiscent of the millstones cutting face, is with a touch of irony a quick and easy project that you might just finish in a single afternoon. Knit flat from end-to-end in the ultra-soft Yana XL from Amano Yarns, the Millstone collar is a striking accessory and the ultimate layer for a Melbourne winter.

SIZES
One size, variable length
Finished sample, 62cm x 18cm

YARN
WEIGHT Super Bulky
YARDAGE Approx. 50m (54y)
SAMPLE Amano Yana XL | Pink Bomb 1408, 50m/200g (54yrds/7oz)

GAUGE
6 stitches and 9 rows over 10cm (4”) in stocking stitch on 12mm needles.

NEEDLES
12mm (US size 17) straight or circular needles
We suggest Tulip Knina Swivel 60cm Circulars | 12mm

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle
Large button

For design notes and pattern download visit LOOM + SPINDLE