Textured cables, integrated I-cord edges, and a subtle parallelogram shape, isn't this wrap a beauty?
What's Included?
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:
- Wrap Setup
- How to work right cable setup
- Different types of cable stitches
- Central reverse stockinette stitch
- How to add in Cable Increases
- I-Cord Edging
- How to pick up stitches for I-Cord Edging
Behind The Design
The Livia Wrap was designed by Eimear Earley and named after the fictional spirit of the River Liffey – Anna Livia, or Anna Livia Plurabelle.
The wrap is worked in a parallelogram shape, with tapered ends: adding extra length without bulk, and allowing for more versatility in wearing the wrap
The stitch motifs used in the Livia Wrap are inspired by the theme of ‘Abhainn agus Talamh’ – or River & Land and these cables have a deeper meaning within this shawl design.
The parallel waving cable motifs, to the side of the wrap, are inspired by graphic representations of land and rivers: illustrations of waves of water, animated flowing rivers, wave motifs of sashiko embroidery, curving lines on maps to show the topography of a landscape, distinct layers of soil exposed by archaeological digs.
If you'd like to learn even more about this cabled shawl, you can read our blog here.
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Meet The Livia Wrap
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:
Pattern Information
SIZES
One Size.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Length Along Edge: 55.5” / 141 cm Overall Length: 69.5” / 177 cm Width: 16” / 41 cm
GAUGE:
16 sts and 23 rows = 4”/ 10 cm in Reverse St St worked flat 18 sts and 26 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Seed stitch, worked flat Right or Left Cable measures 6” / 15.5 cm across, after blocking
YARN:
Stolen Stitches ‘Deas’ (86% Merino Wool, 14% Mohair; 202 yds / 185 m per 3.6 oz / 100 g); colour: Barrow; 4 skeins. Approx. Yarn Used: 783 yds / 716 m.
NEEDLES & NOTIONS:
US size 6 / 4.5 mm circular needle, 24”/ 60 cm long.
Always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed, as every knitter’s gauge is unique. Removable markers, tapestry needle, 2 cable needles.
Would you like a look at the course content?
Workshop Curriculum
- Wrap Overview (3:16)
- Wrap Setup (3:56)
- Section 1: Working Right Cable Setup Chart (2:59)
- Right Cable Setup Chart Overview (4:04)
- 2 by 1 LPC Cable (1:37)
- 2 by 2 LPC Cable (1:55)
- 2 by 1 by 2 LPC and Right Set-Up Cable Rows 27 & 28 (3:13)
- Increase Rows 1 and 2 (2:00)
- 2 by 2 LC (1:19)
- 2 by 2 RPC (2:27)
- Adding in Left Cable Increase Chart (4:58)
- 2 by 1 by 2 LC (1:38)
- Section 3: Straight
- Section 4: Decrease Overview (2:39)
- Setting Up Right Decrease Chart (5:00)
- Decrease Rows 3 and 4 (3:19)
- Left Cable Decrease Chart (2:13)
- Picking Up Stitches for I-Cord Edging (2:11)
- Starting the I-Cord Edging (3:15)
Meet The Teacher
Carol 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 yarn kit?
Find all the yarn you need for the Livia Wrap in Stolen Stitches ‘Deas’.
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.
Kit contains yarn and a project bag only.
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