Silk Smoke is a versatile accessory you can wear laid on your shoulders as a dressy cowl neckline or pulled over your head. The inherent elasticity and drape of the semi-ribbed lace stitch pattern make this article a decorative yet functional addition to any outfit. This smoke ring is knitted circularly to make a seamless tube. Although the lace pattern looks complicated, the spectacular results are accomplished with a stitch sequence that is repetitive and relatively easy. There are no special knitting techniques needed to make the fluted scallop edge -- the shaping occurs naturally as a result of the bias structure of the lace pattern stitch.

Knit finished circumference 22.25" (24", 25.75"), finished length (17" (18", 19"), with 525 (600, 680) yards of Lace Weight or Fingering Weight Yarn. Although smoke rings are often made with exotic animal fibers such as Qiviut and Vicuna, silk is also a good choice because of its warmth and softness. Suggested needles are US 4 (3.5mm) 16" Circular Needles.