Polyphony by BarbAnn Pappas

Polyphony

Knitting
December 2019
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
Gauge not important
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
650 - 1200 yards (594 - 1097 m)
Small and Large
English
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Po·lyph·o·ny - simultaneously combining several parts, each forming an individual melody and harmonizing with each other.

This is a shawl that stays on your shoulders!

Just like a song with multiple parts creating a melody, the many entwining shapes of this wrap let gradient yarns sing! This is a 3 pointed wrap that is constructed with 8 increases every right side row. This produces a generous wrap that can be worn a multitude of ways.

Short rows create a unique and sophisticated design that dances across the fabric giving a sense of movement. Made individually, each shape becomes part of an interesting and intriguing design, therefore like a multi-part song they harmonize and complement each other.

Gradient, stripe or ombre yarns works best as the Main color for this design. Another contrasting colored yarn is used to outline and highlight each shape.

Options for Main Color Fingering Weight yarns - approximately 700 yds:
Knitwhits Freia Handpaints

KnitCircus carries many yarns that work in 150gr skeins

Really, any yarn will work that allows the colors to work their magic.

Secondly, a Contrasting Color - approximately 300 yds of a solid or semi-solid in similar weight that contrasts with the Main Color.

Pattern is written with explicit row by row instructions, including stitch counts. Stitch count is important for designed effect; placement of markers assist with counting. Lots of helpful tips and hints included to encourage success. Ability to “read” your knitting is helpful.

Gauge is not important, just make sure the fabric you are creating makes you happy.

Finished measurements: approximately 47-53” diameter, depending on gauge, needle size and yarn weight.

Techniques Used
German Short Rows
M1R and M1L
Jeny’s Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off or I-Cord Bind Off

Knitting this wrap is highly addictive. Watch colors and shapes emerge across your fabric as you have fun creating this distinctive and beautiful garment.

BONUS - Pattern includes additional information to make a quicker and slightly smaller version of this wrap using approximately 450 yds of Sport weight yarn with a sz 7 needle.

Thank you StevenBe for modeling!