Create a stylish and cozy cape using textured stitches and the German short row technique. This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters looking to add a unique piece to their wardrobe.
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Cast on 120 stitches using the long tail cast on method.
Row 1: Knit all stitches.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Rows 3-6: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 twice more.
Row 7: Knit 10, place marker, *purl 10, knit 10, place marker; repeat from * to end.
Row 8: Knit all stitches, slipping markers as you come to them.
Rows 9-10: Repeat Rows 1 and 2.
Row 11: Knit to 2 stitches before marker, wrap and turn.
Row 12: Purl to 2 stitches before marked, wrap and turn.
Rows 13-14: Repeat Rows 11 and 12.
Continue in this manner, working 2 less stitches before the wrapped stitch each row until 10 stitches before marker.
Next row: Knit to 10 stitches before marker, picking up wraps and knitting them together with the wrapped stitch, remove marker, knit to next marker, place marker, *purl 10, knit 10, place marker; repeat from * to end.
Continue working in pattern, following the shaping as established and maintaining the textured stitch pattern as set.
Work until cape measures 18 inches from cast on edge.
Bind off all stitches knitwise. Weave in ends.
Block the cape to measurements.
Sew in any remaining ends.