A generously size cable wrap that is knit from side to side.
What's Included in this Workshop?
If you'd like to learn how to knit this wrap, join our video workshop. With step-by-step directions on every technique used in the pattern it's the prefect way to learn new techniques:
Some of the techniques covered in this course are:
- Alternating Cable Cast-On.
- How to knit twisted ribiing.
- Blackberry Stitch.
- Plait Cables.
- Tubular Bind-Off.
- Blocking your knit.
Behind The Design
Laura Perrem designed this wrap with the Islands of Ireland in mind. It envisions her holidays spent on a small island off the west coast of Co. Cork and clear memories of waiting on the pier for the small ferry to arrive.
You’ll begin your wrap with a twisted rib hem (I love these), before moving through large cabled panels. On either side of the panels you’ll work running Blackberry stitch and Plait Cables. It is very pleasing to see them go on and on while your centre panels weave in and out.
After you’ve worked panels A, B and C, you’ll complete the wrap with your second twisted rib hem, and a tubular bind off!
If you'd like to learn even more about this cabled sweater, you can read our blog here.
Want to hear more?
Press play on this video and Carol will explain pattern construction and some of the
tips and techniques you'll find inside this learn to knit course:
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Pattern Information
SIZES
One Size
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 15.25’’ / 39 cm
Length: 61’’ /155 cm
GAUGE
19 sts and 22 rows = 4’’ / 10 cm in Ribbing blocked
19 sts and 24 rows = 4’’ / 10 cm in Cable Pattern blocked
YARN
Stolen Stitches ‘Deas’ (86% Merino Wool, 14% Mohair; 202 yds / 185 m per 3.6 oz / 100 g); colour: Fog; 4 skeins.
Approx Yardage: 711 yds/ 650 m
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US size 8 / 5 mm circular or straight needles.
Always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed, as every knitter’s gauge is unique. Cable needle, stitch markers, tapestry needle
Meet Your Teacher
Carol Feller trained initially as a textile artist and then as a structural engineer. While both of these backgrounds are very different the influences can be seen in her design work which is well-shaped, flattering to wear and enjoyable to knit.
She strives to design clothing with a difference: not overly complex, but still giving a very unique end product. She likes to work with different construction methods, so long as they enhance the knitting experience and make for a more intuitively put-together knitted item.
Carol has been widely published in books and magazine and travels the world teaching in yarn shops and fibre festivals. The classes she teaches cover a wide range of subjects from cables and chart reading, through garment shaping and customisation right through to short rows and colourwork. In her classes you'll move from learning the basics to refining your knitting skills and fixing problems.
Would you like a look at the class content?
- Alternating Cable Cast-On (1:47)
- Twisted Ribbing (2:35)
- Set-up Row (5:07)
- Blackberry Stitch (4:01)
- Plait Cable (4:22)
- Central Panel Chart Overview (5:32)
- 4 by 4 Right Cross (1:22)
- 4 by 4 Left Cross plus Row 1 Panel B (2:54)
- 4 by 1 Right and Left Purl Crosses (3:24)
- 4 by 1 Right and Left Crosses (3:03)
- Increase Row (2:27)
- Tubular Bind-Off (4:47)
Would you like a yarn kit?
Find all the yarn you need for the Ferry Times Wrap in the warm, earthy tones of Stolen Stitches ‘Deas’. Just pick your bust size and colour.
Deas is an aran weight Irish yarn, 86% Merino Wool and 14% Mohair woollen spun yarn with a soft halo when blocked. The mohair content creates a warm fabric that is deceptively light to wear.
Laura knit her Ferry Times Wrap in the shade 'Fog'.
Customer Review:
"I LOVE Deas: it is a perfect ‘woolly’ yarn. Beautiful handle, wonderfully soft but with an earthy bounce. It gives great stitch definition, perfect for cables. Rustic and sumptuous all at once, it is a delight."
Jennene J.
"It looks a bit rustic but it's soft and very squishy. I love the tweedy look of the yarn. Knitting with Deas is a pleasure, very kind on your hands. It blooms quite nicely after blocking."
Joni B.
Looking for More?
Browse our previous Celtic Knits Clubs. Each one has different patterns all designed with cosy cables in mind.
