This pretty shoulder shrug is just the right coverup for a sleeveless outfit. Sizes XS - 5XL (bust 28 - 62 in). Shown in Bernat Bamboo #92008 Linen knit on size 8 mm (U.S. 11) needles.

Bamboo - Wrap-Around Shrug (knit)

Skill Level
Easy

This pretty shoulder shrug is just the right coverup for a sleeveless outfit. Sizes XS - 5XL (bust 28 - 62 in). Shown in Bernat Bamboo #92008 Linen knit on size 8 mm (U.S. 11) needles.

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Bernat Bamboo
   

SIZES
To fit bust measurement
Small 32-42 ins [ 81.5-106.5 cm ]
Large 42-62 ins [ 106.5 - 157.5 cm ]

MATERIALS
Bernat Bamboo (60 g/2.1 oz)
92008 (Linen)
Sizes S–4 balls; L–6 balls

Size 8 mm (U.S. 11) knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge. One button.

GAUGE: 12 sts and 16 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.

STITCH GLOSSARY
Sl3Pwyib = Slip the next 3 sts purlwise with yarn in back.
Sl3Pwyif = Slip the next 3 sts purlwise with yarn in front.

INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions are written for smaller size. If changes are necessary for larger sizes the instructions will be written thus ( ). When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to your size.
Note: Shrug is worked sideways in one piece.

Cast on 27 (33) sts.
1st row: (WS). Purl. Place a marker on 9th (12th) st.
**2nd row: Sl3Pwyib (pull yarn tight to cause edge to roll). Knit to end of row.
3rd row: Sl3Pwyif (pull yarn tight to cause edge to roll). Purl to end of row.

Rep last 2 rows for 22 (25) ins [56 (63.5) cm] for Front, ending with a purl row.** Place a 2nd marker at beg of last row.
Next row: Sl3Pwyib. Knit to end of row.
Next row: Purl.
Rep last 2 rows for 3 (4) ins [7.5 (10) cm]. Place a 3rd marker at beg of last row for shoulder.

Rep last 2 rows for 9 (12) ins [23 (30.5) cm]. Place a 4th marker at beg of last row for Back.

Rep last 2 rows for 3 (4) ins [7.5 (10) cm]. Place a 5th marker at beg of last row for shoulder.

Work from ** to ** as given above. Cast off purlwise (WS). Place a 6th marker on 18th (21st) st.

FINISHING
Match 1st marker with 3rd marker. Match corner with 2nd marker. Sew between 2nd and 3rd markers for Right shoulder (See Diagram). Match 6th marker with 4th marker. Match corner with 5th marker. Sew between 4th and 5th markers for Left shoulder (See Diagram).

Neckband: With RS of work facing, pick up and knit 18 (21) sts evenly along cast off edge to shoulder seam for Right Front neck edge. Pick up and knit 27 (36) sts evenly between 3rd and 4th markers for back neck edge. Pick up and knit 18 (21) sts evenly along cast on edge for Left Front neck edge. 63 (78) sts.
Beg with a purl row, work 3 rows even in stocking st.
Next row: (buttonhole row). K3. Cast off 2 sts. Knit to end of row.
Next row: Purl, casting on 2 sts over cast off sts.
Work 3 rows even in stocking st. Cast off purlwise (WS).