French Twist

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Do you have about 25 grams of that perfect fingering yarn left in your stash? That is all you need to knit the French Twist!

The point-to-point construction with the knit-as-you-go i-cord and scalloped edge will keep you wanting to knit just a little more… and a little more. The French Twist scarflet will be the spice of any outfit, whether yours or a knitworthy friend’s!

The French Twist is perfect for beginners. Here are the basic skills you will need to knit it:

long-tail cast on knit purl kf&b (bar increase) k2tog (decrease) slip stitch simple 4-stitch cable pick up stitches Kitchener stitch

Length from tip to tip: approximately 88 cm 34.5”

Width at widest point: approximately 9 cm 3.5”