As a general rule of thumb, you will need between 500 and 1000 yards of yarn for a typical knitted shrug. Bestway 2208: Great vintage bed cap knitting pattern 1940s. This light and warm cape will fit 32-34 inch bust with ribbon ties that can be replaced with a button if preferred. Very easy, says it is suitable for beginners to make! Worked in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3plyin a tension square and change needles if needed.

Bairnswear 27-Helen: Great vintage knitting pattern for a bed shrug, so easy to knit in 4ply. Knitted from one cuff to the other with minimal sewing up. This pattern is included in the one above. To fit most sizes, just knit a bit more or less in the main part to get a casual fit. A knitted shrug can be made in a variety of different styles, from simple and understated to more elaborate and decorative designs.row: * K3, slip the first of the 3 sts. over the 2 other sts., yarn over, repeat from * across row, end K3.

Conversely, if you are using a lighter-weight yarn or a simpler stitch pattern, you may be able to complete your shrug with less yarn. Copleys 1659: Great vintage ladies bed cape knitting pattern from late 1940s. This one is for a cape that is knitted in the loopy stitch with a collar and ribbon tie and slits to put arms through. To fit 34-38 inch bust and knitted in a yarn that will be similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square.

They can be worn over a sleeveless dress, a top, jeans, or even swimwear, making them a versatile accessory for any wardrobe. row: K1, * yarn over, K3, slip the first of the 3 sts. over the 2 other sts., repeat from * across row, end K2. If you are using a bulkier yarn or a more complex stitch pattern, you may need more yarn to complete your project. This pattern originally came from a 1932 edition of Aunt Kate's Knitting Book. Aunt Kate was a homely character who appeared in the newspapers of John Leng & Co in Dundee, notably the People’s Journal (1859-1986) which had a wide Scottish readership. Aunt Kate appeared around the later 1880s as a regular feature before having her own Aunt Kate series which ran in two series from late 1890-1910s and then 1933 onwards. Her books covered all sorts of homely pursuits from baking, cooking, knitting and sewing through to fortune-telling and dream interpretation.

However, the exact amount of yarn you will need will depend on the specific pattern you are using, as well as your gauge and knitting style. As a general rule of thumb, you will need at least 400-500 yards of yarn for a small to medium-sized rectangular wrap, and up to 1000 yards or more for a larger wrap. Most pattern instructions will provide information on the recommended yarn weight and the amount of yarn required for the project, based on the size of the shrug. Similarly, if you are using a stitch pattern that creates a lot of fabric, you will need more yarn than if you are using a simpler stitch pattern.

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The amount of yarn you will need for a knitted shrug will depend on several factors, including the size of the shrug, the yarn weight, and the stitch pattern.