Free Knitting Pattern - Super Bulky Neck Warmer

Hi Everyone,

Here's one of my free knitting patterns.  This is a quick project that can be completed in one weekend.  I hope you enjoy knitting this easy and warm neck warmer (shoulder warmer).

Size: Woman’s Medium. 

Materials Needed:

·       Yarn: 125 to 200 yards of any super bulky yarn (6 gauge)

·       24” Circular Needle - Size U.S. 15 (10.0 mm)

·       1 Large stitch marker

Finished Measurements (Lying Flat):

·       Height = 10” to 12” (depending on your preferences)

·       Width across top = 12” and when stretched = 16”

·       Width across bottom = 17” and when stretched = 20” to 21”

Instructions:

·       Cast on 72 stitches.  Join for working in the round (being careful not to twist stitches)

·       Place Marker

·       Knit 2, Purl 2 for 5” or 6” (depending on preference)

Next Row:  First Decrease:

*K2 P2tog, K2, P2 (repeat from * to end) = 63 stitches

·       Continue knitting for another 2” following the pattern:

*K2 P1 K2 P2 (repeat from * to end)

Next Row:  Second Decrease:

*K2 P1 K2 P2tog (repeat from * to end) = 54 stitches

·       Continue knitting following pattern for another 3” to 4”

Finishing: 

·       When piece measures 10” to 12” inches from bottom to top, bind off loosely

·      Following the pattern stitches, and weave in loose ends

·       If necessary, steam block to shape

·       Enjoy your neck warmer.  It will keep you very warm!

   

     Take care and keep knitting!