Plastron Calin_
The Plastron Calin by Brooknit Bonneterie is a warming, stylish cowl that extends to cover the top of the chest.
It’s a plastron made from a double string of yarn, which is quite thick and warm, and gives a nice hug to your neck and chest.
Why “Calin” - because it means “hug” in French, and that’s exactly what this plastron is: a warm hug for your upper body!
It was created for confirmed knitters.
It requires mastering the basics of knit and purl, shifting gears, and techniques.
Techniques used are: knitting in the round, flat, ribs 2x2, seed stitches, cables, increases & decreases, icord edges, and bind-off
Pick your favorite color, the one that goes with everything, or a special one, that will stand out.
For knitters, it is an ideal project, just the right amount of challenges, and an attention seeker, while being quite fast to knit.
The pattern is written in a single size, starts knitted in the round, and then switches to flat knitting.
You will find the written instructions and access to quick videos to support your learning or refresh your skills.
The pattern and sizing are designed based on the Brooknit Bonneterie's yarn (100% Merino superwash, worsted weight). Needles US size 10 / 6mm.
If you are not a knitter (yet), or not ready to become one (yet), we've got you!
The hand-knitted version is "made to order".
No stock! It is knitted, just for you, right here, when you ask!
We will confirm the timeline within a day after the order.
If you want an estimate before you place the order, reach out!
You already have your stash of wool and just want to know how to knit it?
- 1 cake of yarn (4oz) to choose from our selection of 100% Merino wool - Superwash - worsted weight.
- Explanations and pattern documents: all the instructions to follow step by step, and QR codes to access video-tutorials for specific moves.
- 1 tapestry needle. The small essential for the final step: weaving the ends.
- 1 cable needle.
- 1 stitch holder
- 5 stitch markers
- 1 marker row counter. So helpful to track your progress.
- 1 cloth label to be sewn.
- 1 no-iron fabric label to add the name (ideal to put on the back of the cloth label)
- 1 little card for a keepsake or if you knit and gift!
- Needles are optional. Quick guide below More details here
A - Aluminum - Advanced
B - Bamboo - Beginner
All items are stored in a cotton drawstring bag that can also be used as a wash bag to protect the items in the washing machine.