ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
Pattern sample with 7 repeats and applied icord edging
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
5 pattern repeats
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
6 pattern repeats
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
6 pattern repeats
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
6 pattern repeats
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
5 pattern repeats, DK weight yarn
ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP
5 pattern repeats, DK weight yarn
Do you ever find yourself knitting and pausing to admire the beauty and simplicity of color? I’ve fallen in love with the rich depth of handspun yarn, and this pattern celebrates subtle color shifts with simple texture. ASYNCHRONOUS LOOP uses stockinette and reverse stockinette stripes with short row inserts to create a subtly asymmetrical and one-of-a-kind cozy cowl. The design is built on a module and therefore easy to adjust for a longer or shorter piece. It’s totally reversible and great for handspun yarn or leftovers.
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YARN
Sample is shown with a combination of handspun yarn and a coordinating dyed mini skein. Fingering weight yarn (tonal or variegated) may be used in lieu of the handspun yarn as shown. Fiber and yarn are both by Golden Hour Knitwear, www.goldenhourknitwear.com
MAIN COLOR
2-ply handspun yarn 100% Rambouillet. Colorway: Jagged Shore. Finished skein: 483 yd / 442 m (119 g), 18 WPI. Sample used 353 yd / 323 m (87 g).
CONTRAST COLOR
NSW fingering, 100% Fine Merino Wool, 87 yd / 80 m per 20 g. Cowl can use 1 or 2 colors.
Sample shown in dark blue from Jagged Shore mini set. Sample used 39 yd / 36 m (9 g) of 1 color of yarn with Option 1 – Icord edging (unnamed tonal blue)
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Finished size will vary based on number of pattern repeats. Sample shown with 7 pattern repeats.
Sample dimensions:
Height: 8.5” / 22 cm
Circumference along short edge: 42” / 107 cm
Circumference along long edge: 52.5” / 133 cm
Each pattern repeat adds approximately 6” / 15 cm along the short edge and 7.5” / 19 cm along the long edge.
GAUGE & NEEDLES
23 stitches & 32 rows = 4” / 10 cm in pattern, blocked. Gauge is not critical but will impact finished size and yarn requirements.
US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needle, min. length 24” / 60 cm or size needed to get gauge
TECHNIQUES
Knit stitch, purl stitch, slipped selvedge, German short rows, grafting, picking up stitches for applied edging (optional)
PATTERN ATTRIBUTES
This is a written pattern with a schematic. Finished size is adjustable.
Tech editing: Bronwyn Hahn
Test knitting: Susan E., Cathleen F., & Lisa M.
From Rebecca F.
I’ve tested multiple patterns for Shana and they’re always already well-written and well thought out before we see the testing version. She’s very responsive with answers to questions and clearly cares about making patterns accessible to knitters of all skill levels, budgets, and bodies. I love the way her patterns flow and present a canvas for your creativity and individuality.
Rebecca has knit many Shanalines Designs patterns, and test knit Space Positive Wrap, Upstanding Hat, Adulthood and Side Hustle Wrap (Light).
From Marieke, Solace in Stitches
Duplex is a quick and fun to make. The striping and modular joining kept me engaged throughout the project without being to complicated. It’s a great pattern to use up sock yarn leftovers and play with colors. Excited to cast on another one.
Marieke test knit Duplex, and has knit many other Shanalines Designs patterns.
From Pam S.
I really appreciate Shana’s attention to detail in each of her patterns, and also across the scope of her patterns. There are certain things I can count on from a Shanalines pattern, whether it’s a garment, coffee cozy or fidget toy: The directions will be clear, the design will be innovative, and the thing WILL fit! Her modular knits are good on everybody, and they are also really fun to make! As a bonus, Shana is very interactive and fun to knit with! I’ve had the chance to spend time with her at a couple of events, and I always leave her side smiling!
If you are hedging about one of the shanalines patterns, and you happen to see her at an event, she may even take off that beautiful sweater she’s wearing (with a tank top underneath, of course) to let you see how it works on you, or to point out a specific stitch detail. And if you have questions while you’re knitting, just reach out. She is always ready with a thoughtful answer that makes sense. I always look forward to seeing what pattern will come out next!
Pam has been to Zombie Knitpocalypse 2021 and 2022. She has knit many Shanalines Designs patterns including PB Sandwich Hat and Recalibrate, and has test knit Semantics, Peapod Marble Fidget Toy, Textured Marble Fidget Toy, Modular Coffee Cup Cozy and Shoulder Season.