Lion Brand^® Homespun^®

GAUGE:

8 sts + 12 rows = 4" (10 cm) in St st (k on RS, p on WS) with yarn doubled. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:

Seed Stitch (multiple of 2 + 1) Row 1 *K 1, p 1; repeat from *, end k 1. Repeat Row 1 for pattern. 8 Stitch Cable (multiple of 8) Rows 1, 3, 7, 9 and 11 (RS) K 8. Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 P 8. Row 5 Slip 4 sts to cable needle, hold to back, k 4, k 4 from cable needle. Repeat Rows 1-12 for pattern.

NOTES:

Yarn is used doubled throughout. This afghan is knit in 3 panels.

Editor’s Note: When creating fringe using Homespun please note that because of the texture of the yarn the fringe will fray when cut. If you prefer a non-frayed look you can knot the ends, knit or crochet a fringe, or use hairspray or fray check.

PANEL (Make 3)
With 2 strands of yarn held together, cast on 27 sts.
Row 1 (RS) Work 3 sts in Seed st, 8 st Cable pattern, 5 sts in Seed st, 8 st Cable pattern, 3 sts in Seed st. Work even in pattern until panel measures 54" from beginning or desired length. End with Row 4 of 8 st Cable pattern. Bind off loosely in pattern.

FINISHING
Sew panels together. Weave in ends. Cut 8" lengths for fringe. Use 5 strands for each fringe and attach close together (approximately 60 fringe sets per side).

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