Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Knitting Clue #3

Let’s bring it all home! Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Knitting Clue #3 is here.

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What you should know

Of course this is a Mystery Make Along project (if you want to know more you can click the link) so I am assuming that you have faith in me and my design ability and that is why you are following along. So, thank you for that. ????

Because I know there are some sizing decisions that will need to be made along the way I will be sure to mention little extras in the pattern I think you should know before proceeding. That way, you are not totally blind to the design.

Just like on clue #2, for the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Knitting Clue #3 I think you should know there are still only two sizes to choose from, but there is a shorter (petite) option for the largest size.

If you typically wear a S, M, or L then you should follow the instructions for the S-L size. This is the first number outside the parentheses.
If you typically wear an XL, 2XL, or 3XL then you should follow the instructions for the XL-3XL size. This is the first number inside the parentheses.
If you are making the XL-3XL size but need a shorter (petite) option be sure to follow a special set of instructions below.

For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Knitting Clue #3 I think you should know this section of the pattern uses simple garter stitches, eyelets, and drop stitches to create the fabric. Take your time and be sure to keep track of your rows (I like to use these handy row counters).

For the Turkey Trot with Marly Bird Knitting Clue #3 I think you should know there are a LOT of stitches on your needles and as your fabric grows there will be added weight to your piece which will make the fabric stretch (gravity).

Make sure you account for the stretch in the fabric when it is time to measure the length.
It is better to error on the side of too short vs. too long.

Lastly, knitters…clue #3 has A LOT of knitting. This will take you much more than one day to complete and that is OKAY! Actually, that was supposed to be the case. Why do you think I gave you until next Sunday to finish the piece?

I do want you to remember and we all know that the crocheters are going to be done with theirs before we are done with ours and THAT TOO IS OKAY! Knitting might take a bit longer than crochet but that just means we get to enjoy our yarn that much more 🙂 So please don’t get discouraged by their progress at all. Let’s go at our own pace. xoxo

Okay, time for the pattern information.

Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Knitting Clue #3

MEASUREMENTS

The instructions are written for the smallest size. If changes are necessary for larger size(s) the instructions will be written with the larger numbers inside the parentheses.

There is a special set of instructions for knitters making the larger size but need a shorter (petite) option.

To Fit Sizes: S-L (XL-3XL)

Clue #2 and #3: The measurements are listed for each individual size to make it easier for the knitter to know what their size measurements will be.

S-L Size: 28.75″ [73 cm] wide (folded in half), 24” [61 cm] length
XL-3XL Size: 37.25″ [94.5 cm] wide (folded in half), 34″ [86.5 cm] length
Special Shorter (petite) XL-3XL option: 32.75″ [83 cm] wide (folded in half), 24″ [61 cm] length

Gauge: 12 sts and 24 rows = 4” [10 cm] in clue #1 pattern, CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge. *added note: the Latte Cake yarn has a good amount of stretch, so be sure to account for that stretch when you check your gauge.*

MATERIALS

Yarn: Caron Latte Cakes (8.8 oz cakes, available only at Michaels): 2 (3) balls total for project

Needle: 10/6mm 29” circular needles (or longer to accommodate more stitches in clue #2 and #3)

Notions: Stitch markers (to hold piece together for seaming), tapestry needle.

SPECIAL STITCHES / TECHNIQUES

⭐️Garter Stitch: Straight — Knit all stitches every row.

⭐️k2tog: Knit 2 sts together (1 st decreased).

⭐️yo: Yarn over (1 stitch increased).

⭐️Stretchy Bind-Off: K2 from left hand needle, insert left hand needle into front leg of the 2 sts on the right hand needle, k2tog [1 stitch remaining on right hand needle], *k1 from left hand needle, insert left hand needle into front leg 2 sts on right hand needle, k2tog; repeat from * to last stitch. Fasten off.

NOTES

Clues #2 and #3 are worked back and forth in rows
Circular Needles are used to accommodate the number of stitches needed.
Extra sizing note given before beginning the body of the pattern for a shorter option for the larger size.

Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Knitting Clue #3

PATTERN

Body cont.

⭐️Note from Marly: if you followed the shorter length option for clue #2 you will continue to follow the Shorter Length Option for XL-3XL size for clue #3 as well.

Standard Length

Row 1 (RS): Knit

Row 2 (WS): Knit

Row 3: Knit

Row 4: Knit

Row 5: Knit

Row 6: Knit

Row 7 (RS): K4, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 172 (224) sts.

Row 8: Knit

Row 9: Knit

Row 10: Knit

Row 11: Knit

Row 12: Knit

Row 13: Knit

Row 14: Knit

Row 15 (RS): K4, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 172 (224) sts.

Row 16: Knit

Row 17: Knit

Row 18: Knit

Row 19: Knit

Row 20: Knit

Row 21: Knit

Row 22: Knit

Row 23: (RS): K4, (yo) twice, *K1, (yo) twice; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 172 (224) sts + LOTS of double yarn overs.

Row 24 (WS): K4, drop the next 2 yarn overs from the left hand needle, *k1, drop the next 2 yarn overs from the left hand needle; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 172 (224) sts.

Repeat last 24 rows until piece measures 24 (34)” [61 (86.5) cm] from body cast-on edge ending after a row 6, or 14, or 22.

Bind-off using Stretchy Bind-Off (see special stitches).

FINISHING

Fold piece in half, use stitch markers to hold the piece in place.

Use tapestry needle and yarn to seam the body together at the cast-on edges of body, then seam the cowl closed.

Weave in ends.

With crochet hook, chain approx. 60” [152.4 cm] length and fasten off. Weave chain through the first eyelet row of the cowl to act as a drawstring.

Add pom pom or tassels or beads to the ends of the drawstring as desired.

Wear with Pride.

⭐️BE SURE TO SCROLL ALL THE WAY TO THE END AS THERE IS MORE FOR YOU TO KNOW!

Shorter Length Option for XL-3XL size

Row 1 (RS): Knit

Row 2 (WS): Knit

Row 3: Knit

Row 4: Knit

Row 5: Knit

Row 6: Knit

Row 7 (RS): K4, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 196 sts.

Row 8: Knit

Row 9: Knit

Row 10: Knit

Row 11: Knit

Row 12: Knit

Row 13: Knit

Row 14: Knit

Row 15 (RS): K4, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 196 sts.

Row 16: Knit

Row 17: Knit

Row 18: Knit

Row 19: Knit

Row 20: Knit

Row 21: Knit

Row 22: Knit

Row 23: (RS): K4, (yo) twice, *K1, (yo) twice; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 196 sts + LOTS of double yarn overs.

Row 24 (WS): K4, drop the next 2 yarn overs from the left hand needle, *k1, drop the next 2 yarn overs from the left hand needle; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k4 — 196 sts.

Repeat last 24 rows until piece measures 24” [61 cm] from body cast-on edge ending after a row 6, or 14, or 22.

Bind-off using Stretchy Bind-Off (see special stitches).

FINISHING

Fold piece in half, use stitch markers to hold the piece in place.

Use tapestry needle and yarn to seam the body together at the cast-on edges of body, then seam the cowl closed.

Weave in ends.

With crochet hook, chain approx. 60” [152.4 cm] length and fasten off. Weave chain through the first eyelet row of the cowl to act as a drawstring.

Add pom pom or tassels or beads to the ends of the drawstring as desired.

Wear with Pride.

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Turkey Trot with Marly Bird 2019 Knitting Clue #3

What you should know