The Temple of Flora Wrap, knit with Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Crazy Cotton, was inspired by time spent wandering along among the ancient Roman ruins of Ostia and Herculaneum. Brilliant colors shimmer, shatter, and disappear across a field of geometric mosaic knitting. The pattern includes several other skill-building techniques such as chart reading, short rowing, and a simple (but optional) crochet edge detail. The piece is designed to sit comfortably on the shoulders through a shaped neck edge and an unusual bat-wing construction. If you’re a knitter who enjoys a bit of a challenge in pursuit of a beautiful finished object, join Franklin Habit in making your own Temple of Flora. As always, Curious Knit-Along with Makers’ Mercantile offers online support including videos; extended illustrated discussions of technique, history, and design; plus the fellowship of a supportive and enthusiastic community.
Project
Get the Kit
As always, our Curious Knit-Alongs are designed for the knitter who is looking to learn a little bit more about the history of knitting, the structure of knitted fabrics, and techniques they may not yet have encountered. All this, plus the fellowship of a friendly and supportive group moderated by the designer.
The KAL begins April 10th, and the adventure will continue through May 8, 2020.
Join the Knit-Along and spend time with other makers in the forum. Franklin will add witty instruction and guidance as the KAL progresses. If the kits have sold out, or if you’d like to use different colors or yarn, use the links below to purchase kit components (while supplies last).
Materials
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Materials |
Zauberball Crazy Cotton100% Organic Cotton 230 yds / 100g ball
Version A (Sample) Sold Out C1: 2368, 2 balls; C2: 2367, 3 balls Version B C1: 2367, 2 balls; C2: 2368, 3 balls Version C C1: 2392, 2 balls; C2: 2366, 3 balls Version D C1: 2390, 2 balls; C2: 2366, 3 balls Version E C1: 2391, 2 balls; C2: 2392, 3 balls |
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Finished Size |
74″ Wingspan x 34″ High |
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Needles |
addi® US 4 (3.50mm) 24” (60cm) long circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge. |
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Gauge |
20 sts and 40 rows = 4” in garter stitch |
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Notions |
24 Locking-Ring Stitch Markers
About 8 yards of plain, light-colored worsted-weight scrap yarn |
Yarn
PLEASE NOTE:
Every ball is unique.Not all colors shown will be found in all balls.
Zauberball Crazy Cotton
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Fiber Content |
100% Organic Cotton |
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Yardage / Weight |
230 yards / 210 meters per 100 gram ball |
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Gauge |
US 2 – 6 (3.00 – 4.00 mm) needles6 stitches per inch |
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Care Instructions |
Hand wash, dry flat |