Knit a cozy, beginner-friendly shrug using Lion Brand Hue + Me bulky yarn. Simple stitches + modern style = perfect for layering in any season!

About:
Available Sizes: Six, S – 3XL
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
Skill Level: Beginner
PDF Format: Printer Friendly

Techniques:
Knit Flat
Knit & Purl Stitches

Materials:
Yarn Weight: Bulky
Yardage: 375 – 875 yards (342 – 800 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Hue + Me, Bellini
Needle Size: US 13 {9mm} Circular Needles with a 32” {80cm} Cable, or longer
Darning or Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Gauge:
10 STS & 14 rows per 4” (10cm) square, knit in the broken rib pattern, without blocking

Sizes:
This pattern is easily customizable. Make it longer or shorter depending on your bust & waist sizes & style. For a larger bust or waist you may want to make it a little wider and/or longer, depending on your size & style. ;)

Notes:
Not reversible.
Knit top down.
Knit using the broken rib stitch, rib stitch & garter stitch.
The CO edge is the width, across your shoulders.
This is a rectangle with the sides sewn to create “sleeves.”
This is a custom pattern, made to fit your body and your style.
A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of CO stitches.
I like to place a stitch marker after the first 8 stitches and before the last 8 stitches. It’s just a physical reminder where the pattern changes so I don’t have to count stitches.