A great garment for layering, this bandeau is a quick study of cable patterns. The piece is worked in the round and shaped at waist and bust for a curve-hugging fit. Twisted ribs edge the bodice, and an I-cord tie threaded in the border can be worn as a halter strap or tied in a small bow.
Finished Size: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)" (76 [86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117, 127] cm) bust circumference. Bandeau shown measures 30" (76 cm).
Yarn: Classic Elite Wings (55% alpaca, 23% silk, 22% wool; 109 yd [99 m]/50 g): #2321 ash leaf, 5 (6, 7, 8, 8, 9) balls.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 20 sts and 30 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in moss st worked in the rnd on larger needles.
Needles: Body—size 6 (4 mm): 24" (60-cm) circular (cir). Edging—size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" (60-cm) cir and set of 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2005