Every Way Wrap

I was so excited about the Every Way Wrap when it came out in the Fall 2009 issue of Interweave Knits. I had never knit reversible cables before (unlike regular cables, this cable pattern looks good on both sides; there isn't an obvious front and back - which means you're crossing stitches over while purling as well as while knitting), so I thought it would be a good knitting challenge. And, I love the scarf/wrap's versatility - you can wear it so many different ways.

I'm knitting the wrap in the Mahogany color of Gloss HW. This yarn has excellent stitch definition and the shine of the silk in the blend makes the cables reflect the light so prettily. I'm really glad for the Zephyr needles I'm using for this project. Some of the cable crosses are kind of tight for me, probably because I'm new at reversible cables, so the slight flexibility of the Zephyr needle tips really helps keep hand fatigue at bay.

Tags: cables, wip, zephyr

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Comment by Tina on October 5, 2009 at 7:14am: Hi CraftyAshley,
I think this project is kind of challenging, but don't let that put you off. If you follow the directions, you'll be fine. Do be sure to check for errata, though, because the legend for the chart is incorrect in the magazine. You'll need to do your own gauge swatch - I'm such a loose knitter that I would never recommend the size needles I use for others - you'll need to choose the needle size that works best for you.
Happy knitting!

Comment by Amber on October 4, 2009 at 4:53pm: that yarn looks beautiful and shiny! I can't wait to get mine!

Comment by Yellowflower on October 4, 2009 at 8:22am: Be sure to get the Erratica for this pattern before starting!

http://www.interweaveknits.com/corrections/fall09.asp

Comment by CraftyAshley on October 2, 2009 at 6:49pm: It looks great!

I am actually going to be making this same project with the same exact yarn and color for my mom this Christmas. She picked it all out. What size needles are you using? I would love to try out some Zephyrs for the first time with this project as well.

Also what would you gauge the difficulty of this project as far as the cables go? I have never done cables and wonder if I should try another project first before diving into this one?

Thanks!

Comment by cellogirl on September 29, 2009 at 1:16pm: Georgeous!! very elegant--those reversible cables look difficult? It's going to look lovely on you!!

Comment by Kristin Alexandra on September 29, 2009 at 4:29am: Such a pretty Autumn color. Can't wait to see the finished photos! I knit a hat with Gloss for the first time and I do like it's sheen. Perfect for cables!

Comment by Beth Drolette on September 29, 2009 at 4:14am: Very beautiful! This is on the top of the list for after the Holiday Gift knitting is done!

Comment by Peggy Stuart on September 28, 2009 at 10:17pm: I can't believe the cables are reversible. Usually you can tell from the background! Pretty color, too! --P

Comment by Panther2000 on September 28, 2009 at 8:16pm: This is beautiful. I myself, am trying to brave the world & do cables myself. I am still new to knitting, & am afraid of making mistakes in the Big project that I have taken on. Thought, I have not started it yet. But, i can't wait to use the new arcylic needles thatI purchased.

Comment by NoKnitSherlock on September 28, 2009 at 8:00pm: oh Tina, this is so pretty - all the texture and cables, this is right up my alley - and the perfect color.
LOVE!