This free knitting pattern is a romantic Victorian style knitted neckwarmer is an exquisite neck warmer that features a ruffled peplum cowl with a Victorian-inspired design. Created by Veronica O’Neil in 2011, this pattern is a testament to timeless style and elegance. The neck warmer is crafted using a series of increases to create a flared ruffle effect, which is accentuated by a contrasting trim and ribbon laces for a refined finish.

The pattern is designed to fit snugly around the neck, with the edges almost touching when stretched comfortably, ensuring both warmth and sophistication.The pattern begins with a magic ring and progresses through rounds of double crochet, with increases strategically placed to achieve the desired shape and fullness.

The ruffle is then developed through further increases, resulting in a full and flowing edge. The final touch is a contrasting color change and the addition of a ribbon woven through yarn-over holes, providing a customizable and decorative element that enhances the overall aesthetic.This pattern is suitable for personal use, and the finished product can be a delightful addition to one’s wardrobe or a thoughtful handmade gift.

It is recommended to block the piece lightly, if desired, for a professional finish.Here is the rewritten section of the pattern with all abbreviations expanded into full words:

Free Knitting Pattern Romantic Victorian Neckwarmer Instructions

With green yarn:Magic Ring: Chain 2 and make 6 double crochet in ring, pull tight, join, chain 2
Round 2-5: Double crochet in each stitch around, join, chain 2 (6 double crochet)
Round 6: Make 2 double crochet in first stitch, double crochet in next, repeat around, join, chain 2 (9 double crochet)
Round 7-10: Double crochet in each stitch around, join, chain 2 (9 double crochet)
Round 11: Make 2 double crochet in first stitch, double crochet in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 2 (12 double crochet)
Round 12-15: Double crochet in each stitch around, join, chain 2 (12 double crochet)
Round 16: Make 2 double crochet in first stitch, double crochet in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 2 (15 double crochet)
Round 17-20: Double crochet in each stitch around, join, chain 2 (15 double crochet)
Round 21: Make 2 double crochet in first stitch, double crochet in next 4, repeat around, join, chain 2 (18 double crochet)
Round 22-25: Double crochet in each stitch around, join, chain 2 (18 double crochet)

Finishing:

Weave in all ends. Block lightly, if desired.Lace a length of ribbon at least one yard long through yarn-over holes as pictured on Page 1. Trim ends of ribbon to desired length and apply Fray Check or clear nail polish to cut ends of ribbon, if needed, to prevent unraveling of the fabric.

Stitch Key and Abbreviations:

• k2tog (Knit 2 stitches together): Knit two stitches together as one.
• ssk (slip, slip, knit): Slip one stitch as if to knit, slip one stitch as if to purl. Slide these two stitches back to the left needle and knit them together through the back loops.
• kbf (knit front and back): Knit into the front leg of one stitch, leave this stitch on the needle then knit into the back loop of this stitch. Drop both stitches off the needle.
• RS (Right side): The right side, or knit side, of the work.
• WS (Wrong side): The wrong side, or purl side, of the work.
• pm (Place marker): Place a stitch marker on the needle to mark a specific place in a row.
• sm (Slip marker): Move the stitch marker from the left needle to the right needle without knitting it.