The Color Block Wrap is a vibrant and stylish arm knitting project featured on AllFreeKnitting, designed to be a quick and enjoyable craft. This pattern allows you to creatively blend three different colors, transforming simple yarn into a striking and functional shawl. The use of super bulky weight yarn ensures that the wrap is not only eye-catching but also exceptionally cozy and warm.
One of the standout features of the Color Block Wrap is its decorative fringe, which adds a touch of coziness and flair. The pattern cleverly uses neutral colors for two of the blocks to make the neon block pop, creating a bold contrast that is sure to draw attention. This design choice makes the wrap a perfect accessory for those looking to make a fashion statement.
The wrap measures approximately 92 inches in length, including the fringe, and 15 inches in width, offering ample coverage and versatility in styling. Whether draped over the shoulders or worn around the neck, this wrap provides warmth and style in equal measure.
The pattern is detailed in the book “Arm Knitting: How to Make a 30-Minute Infinity Scarf and Other Great Projects,” published by Fox Chapel Publishing. It is designed to be a quick knit, ideal for those who want to complete a project in a short amount of time without sacrificing quality or style. The arm knitting technique used in this pattern is straightforward, making it accessible even to those new to knitting.
Overall, the Color Block Wrap is a delightful addition to any wardrobe, offering both functionality and a splash of color that can brighten up any outfit.
Materials:
- 9 skeins super bulky weight yarn,
- 3 colors: -5 skeins Color A -1 skein (divided) Color B –
- 3 skeins (2 divided) Color C
Approximate Length: 92″ (233.5cm), including fringe Approximate Width: 15″ (38cm) Strands: Use 5 strands held together throughout
Because this project does not use a lot of Colors B and C, you only need to buy one skein of Color B and three skeins of Color C.
Free Knitting Pattern Color Block Wrap Instructions
Divide the B skein into five even balls.
Divide two of the C skeins into two even balls each. Counting Rows
When counting rows in a project, remember that the cast-on stitches count as a row, as does the row on your arm at the time you’re counting!
Wrap Using 5 strands of Color A held together, cast on 12 stitches, leaving a tail at least 16″ (40.5cm) long.
Work in Plain Stitch for 18 rows total. Change to 5 strands of Color B (see page 13). Work in Plain Stitch for 4 rows.
Change to 5 strands of Color C. Work in Plain Stitch for 8 rows. Bind off using Color C, leaving a tail at least 16″ (40.5cm) long.
Fringe Cut 60 strands of each Color A and Color C 32″ (81cm) long.
Work fringe along each short end as shown on page 16, using 5 strands at a time.
Match the color of the fringe to the color of the end you are working on. Incorporate the cast-on/bind-off tails as shown on page 16. Trim fringe evenly to approximately 15″ (38cm)