Triangle stitch, based on a traditional edging stitch, is worked in neat rows here to create a modern geometric effect. Select a lightweight cotton yarn to show off the striking stitch definition.
MATERIALS
• Mirasol Pima Kuri (100% pima cotton; 190m/208yds per 100g/3½oz skein) DK-weight yarn
6 x 100g (3½oz) skeins in shade 06 Midnight Pearl (A)
1 x 100g (3½oz) skein in shade 08 Blazing Orange (B)
• 4mm (US G/6) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
56cm (22in) wide x 167.5cm (66in) long
TENSION
5 sts and 5.5 rows to measure 10cm (4in) over triangle stitch
ABBREVIATIONS
See page 9.
Make it yours
This striking triangle stitch gives a unique look to this wrap. Try using the triangle stitch pattern to add a decorative edging around the finished wrap and work it in a bright contrasting colour to highlight the stitches.
FOR THE WRAP
Row 1: Using yarn A and 4mm (US G/6) hook, *4ch, 1dc in second ch from hook, 1htr in next ch, 1tr in next ch (1 triangle made); rep from * a further 27 times more, turn. (28 triangles)
Row 2: 7ch, 1dc in second ch from hook, 1htr in next ch, 1tr in next ch, sl st in top of first triangle of previous row, *4ch, 1dc in second ch from hook, 1htr in next ch, 1tr in next ch, sl st in top of next triangle of previous row; rep from * to end, turn.
Row 2 forms pattern.
Rows 3–85: Rep Row 2 for a further 83 rows. (85 rows worked in total)
Row 86: 3ch, sl st in top of first triangle, *3ch, sl st in top of next triangle; rep from * to end.
Fasten off.
FOR THE EDGING
Round 1: Using 4mm (US G/6) hook, join yarn B in any ch-sp along edge. Work 1ch (does not count as st), 1dc in each st and 2dc in each ch-sp around entire wrap working [1dc, 1ch, 1dc] in each corner. Join with sl st in first st.
Round 2: 1ch, 1dc in each st around working [1dc, 1ch, 1dc] in each corner. Join with sl st in first st.
Fasten off.
MAKING UP AND FINISHING
Weave in all loose ends and block to measurements.
