The colorful and ethereal Saris from India are probably one of the most versatile outfits, it’s one size fits most and can be used practically all year around.
Since silk is the usual fiber used in their fabrics, I suggest a combination of Mohair-Silk to enhance the lightness and to allow enough dimension to be draped in different shapes. The piece is knitted in garter stitch with a needle size large enough to enhance this vaporous effect.
A distinctive feature of this piece is the color combination. Mohair-Silk gives a subtle glossy effect and texture that smooths the transition between the reddish and golden colors that you can see in this typical outfit. As a contrast in color and texture, black narrow stripes and a crab stitch finish in Alpaca-Silk are added as a nod to the kohl eyeliner that’s often used in this part of the world.
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Yarn
Garnstudio DROPS Baby Alpaca Silk (70% Alpaca, 30% Silk; 158 yds [167 m]/50 g]): 8903 Black, 1 ball.
Garnstudio DROPS Kid-Silk (75% Mohair, 25% Silk; 230 yds [210 m]/25 g): 01 off white, 1 ball.
Garnstudio DROPS Kid-Silk (75% Mohair, 25% Silk; 230 yds [210 m]/25 g): 33 rust, 1 ball.
Garnstudio DROPS Kid-Silk (75% Mohair, 25% Silk; 230 yds [210 m]/25 g): 32 raspberry, 1 ball.
Garnstudio DROPS Kid-Silk (75% Mohair, 25% Silk; 230 yds [210 m]/25 g): 36 bordeaux, 1 ball.
Needle/Hook
US 9 (5,5 mm) needles straight or 24” circular, or size needed to obtain gauge
D-3 (3,25 mm) hook
Gauge
19 sts and 20 rows = 4″ [10cm] in in garter stitch after (heavy) blocking
Size
20” [51 cm] deep and 60” [152,5 cm] wide
Notions
Tapestry needle.
Tutorials
Color Blending in Garter Stitch
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About the Designer: Crisdvic
Cristina has been a knitter for a long time and has recently started to design her own patterns. She enjoys slow and mindful knitting, both quick and simple projects, but also challenges. You can find her on Ravelry (crisdvic), Instagram (@crisdvic) and at www.crisdvic.cat.
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