Spring 2024 Elizabeth Smith: Milo Capsule Collection

As the winter ground begins to slowly defrost, the first signs of Spring start to emerge. Colorful crocus blossoms, bright daffodil gradients and fresh foliage – all signs of a new beginning and winter’s end. This was the inspiration behind Elizabeth Smith’s mini Milo collection - 3 layering pieces all knit in the beautiful wool/linen blend from Manos del Uruguay. Each piece is created with simple knitting techniques and features floral-inspired eyelet stitch motifs and monochromatic colorblocking in different shades of Spring.

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This shawl is worked from the center of the upper edge downwards. The stockinette and eyelet sections are shaped with m1 increases on each side of the center “spine” stitch and yarnover increases inside the 2-stitch side borders. The broken-rib trim continues the shaping with m1 increases.

Elizabeth has thoughtfully included links to tutorials in the pattern!

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FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
56” wide across upper edge and 23½” tall from upper edge to lowest point

MATERIALS
Manos del Uruguay MILO (65% merino wool, 35% linen; approx. 380 yds/100 g): 1 sk each of A and B.

Shown in i2061 Pollen (A) and i2273 Savana (B)

US 6/4 mm 32” circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge

Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
21 sts and 35 rows = 4”/10 cm in St st, relaxed after blocking.