Gambit Capelet Knitting Pattern

Gambit Capelet in Berroco Noble

What is Being Made

The Gambit Capelet is a sophisticated shoulder garment designed by Amy Christoffers. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a draped capelet that measures approximately 45(48) inches around the lower edge, 28(31) inches around the neck, and 19(20) inches in length. The capelet is an elegant layering piece suitable for adding warmth and style to any wardrobe.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques to achieve its distinctive shape and structure. Provisional cast-on is used at the beginning to allow for a finished edge that will be grafted later. Short-row shaping is the primary technique used to create the fitted shoulder area of the capelet, allowing the garment to contour to the wearer's body. The pattern specifically notes that traditional wrap-and-turn methods have been omitted due to the heavy weight of the yarn used. Grafting is used in the finishing process to seamlessly join the provisional cast-on stitches, creating a polished, continuous edge around the neck opening.

Stitches Used

Garter stitch is the primary stitch throughout this entire project. Garter stitch is created by knitting every row, producing a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. This stitch is ideal for this capelet as it provides structure, drape, and visual interest while remaining straightforward for intermediate knitters to execute consistently.

Materials and Tools

This project requires 3(4) balls of Berroco Noble yarn in colorway #2060 Dahlia. Berroco Noble is a bulky-weight yarn at 100 grams per ball, making it a substantial choice that creates fabric quickly. Knitting needles required include a 29-inch circular needle in size 15 (10.00 mm) for the main construction, along with a spare circular needle size 15 or smaller for holding stitches during grafting. Additional supplies include waste yarn for the provisional cast-on and a tapestry needle for finishing. The recommended gauge is 8 stitches and 15 rows over 4 inches in garter stitch, and checking gauge before beginning is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements.