Cosmic Connections

> **Buy 3, Get 1 FREE! Place any 4 of my designs in your cart and the least expensive one will be free (including e-books), no coupon needed!** =>Use code **GALAXY** for **40% OFF** all my independent designs through November 14 (ET)! =>Join the [Cosmic Connections MKAL](https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/paper-daisy-creations/topics/4371456) in my Ravelry group! =>Use code *LIFTOFF** to get this pattern for **25% OFF** before the first clue is released in September! =>Want to see all my (no longer a mystery) wraps from the previous years? [Click here](https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/mkal-wraps) to see them all! =*Sign up for [my newsletter](http://eepurl.com/dePhNH) for a discount code on ALL my designs!* ***[Click here](https://www.missbabs.com/collections/cosmic-connections) to view kits from Miss Babs!*** ***[Click here](https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/paper-daisy-creations/4371459/1-25#1) to see the full list of dyers from all over the world!*** *“Look at the sky. We are not alone. The whole universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who dream and work.” – A. P. J. Abdul Kalam* Are you ready to take your knitting experience out of this world?! We are headed over the moon with this knit that was designed to be unlike anything you’ve found on Earth! This opulent wrap takes inspiration from stars, galaxies, outer space, and everything else the universe has to offer. It’s time to reach for the stars! **What to expect:** * unique construction * lace * bias knitting * cables * slipped stitches * color changes All techniques with charts will also include written instructions. I’ve created tutorial videos to guide you through any new techniques. There will NOT be any stranded colorwork or brioche. This design is intended for intermediate knitters, but my patterns and tutorials are designed to guide adventurous beginner skills to the next level. The best part of a KAL... there will be lots of helpful knitters to keep you from getting lost in space! **Finished dimensions:** 73" x 23.5" / 185.5 x 60 cm =(See my previous MKAL wraps to get an idea of the general size and shape it could be: [Garden Variety](/patterns/library/garden-variety-5), [Just Beachy](/patterns/library/just-beachy-5), [Mountain Musings](/patterns/library/mountain-musings), [Secret Forest](/patterns/library/secret-forest-2), and [Wings of Wonder](/patterns/library/wings-of-wonder)) **Astro-Knot Supplies:** **Needles:** Two sets of US 5 (3.75 mm) needles (or as required to meet gauge); 32” / 80 cm, 40” / 100 cm, or similar length recommended NOTE: In place of a second set of gauge needles, you can use needles of a smaller gauge, an extra cable, or scrap yarn. Interchangeable needles are particularly useful for this knit.) I recommend choosing gauge needles based on the Swatching Guide (included as a separate pdf with pattern purchase) and/or the needles used on my previous MKAL wraps. **Gauge:** BLOCKED: 20 sts and 40 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch **after** wet-blocking and pinning UNBLOCKED: 24 sts and 48 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch **before** blocking (*NOTE: Gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage*) **Notions:** Required: 2 stitch markers, cable needle (or paperclip, toothpick, or removable stitch marker to use for cables), and tapestry needle Optional: 22 stitch markers (for repeats), blocking wires, pins, and mats (see my recommendations) **Yarn Requirements:** MC: 800 yds / 732 m fingering weight yarn C1-7: 133 yds / 122 m fingering weight yarn in EACH of 7 colors The sample for this design used Miss Babs Yummy 2-ply in 'Cosmic Connections', though other dyers have created kits to give you LOTS of options (see the full list [here](https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/paper-daisy-creations/4371459/1-25#1)). This project also works great with stash and leftover yarns! Included in your pattern is a section on 'Curating Your Own Kit' with suggestions for compiling your own palette. Want to get updates on all my latest pattern releases along with the best discounts?! Sign up for [my newsletter](http://eepurl.com/dePhNH)! [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/paper-daisy-creations/topics/4271039