The humble single crochet stitch is shaped into a chic hip-length cape from the top down, with arm slits and a double-breasted button-front closure. Designed to be worn over other garments for both warmth and style, it is surprisingly lightweight.
Finished Size: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46)" bust circumference and 26 (27, 27, 28, 28)" in length (not including collar). Garment shown measures 34".
Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino (100% superwash merino; 306 yd [280 m]/31⁄2 oz [100 g]; ): #486–114 cayenne, 6 (6, 7, 8, 8) balls.
Yarn Weight: #3 - Light
Hook: Sizes I/9 (5.5 mm) and K/10 1⁄2 (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: St markers (m); yarn needle; twelve 13⁄8" buttons; small piece of ½" wide grosgrain ribbon; one size 4 sew-on snap; sewing needle and matching thread.
Gauge: 19 sts and 18 rows = 4" in st patt with larger hook after blocking.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Winter 2010