Coffee Break

Finished Measurements: Neck Opening: approx 19”/48 cm (but due to the shape, it stretches approx 3-4”/8-10 cm to fit over an average adult head) Center Spine Depth: approx 10.5”/27 cm Gauge: 18 sts & 38 rows = 4”/10 cm in garter stitch Exact gauge is not critical but it might affect your finished measurements and yarn usage. Yarn: Approx 228 yds of worsted-weight yarn, shown in: Red/brown version: Yak by Lang (70% merino, 30% yak; 50g = 131 yds), 2 balls, Sienna 62. Gray version: Cotton+Merino by Juniper Moon Farm (70% cotton, 30% merino; 100g = 229 yds); 1 ball, Dove. Note: This pattern is easily adapted for different weight yarns. Visit my tips page (link in pattern) for more details. Needles & Other Supplies: US 8/5 mm 24”/60 cm circ, or size needed to obtain gauge when working Garter st flat. US 7/4.5 mm 24”/60 cm circ, or 1 needle size smaller than that used to obtain gauge. 3 stitch markers. 1 locking marker. Tapestry needle to weave in ends.