Rockford Crochet Ruana

> Love Marly Bird patterns? Become a > Marly Bird Insider to get sneak peeks > of upcoming designs, exclusive > discounts, behind-the-scenes news, and > access to special video tutorials... > all the yarny goodness Marly knows > you'll love! > > https://marlybird.kit.com/insider **Rockford Crochet Ruana** An oversized crochet ruana combining mosaic-style colorwork (worked with dropped-loop and post-stitch techniques... no yarn floats), front post cable details, and optional in-seam pockets. Designed by Robyn Chachula for MarlyBirdHouse.com and worked in 5 colors of Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted wool. SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate SIZING: S-M (L-XL, 2-3X, 4-5X) × 3 heights (petite / medium / tall), 12 combinations total. Fit is oversized. Petite: works well with 5'2" and under Medium: works well with 5'2"-5'8" Tall: works well with 5'8" and taller Length is fully customizable... go longer than tall if you like, just factor in extra Color A yardage. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Width: 31.5 (36, 40.5, 45)" [80, 91.5, 103, 114.5 cm] Length: 25 (28.5, 32)" [63.5, 72.5, 81.5 cm] shoulder to bottom edge GAUGE: 15 sts × 10 rows = 4.25" × 4.5" [11.5 × 11.5 cm] in BLOCKED body stitch pattern 16 sts = 4.5" [11.5 cm] in BLOCKED mosaic stitch pattern Use any size hook to obtain gauge. YARN: Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted (100% wool, 220 yd / 200 m, 3.5 oz / 100 g, CYCA #4 Worsted) Color A: #12502 Smoke Heather: 7 (8, 9, 10) hanks (enough for tall length; petite/medium need 1 less) Color B: #41141 Roasted Almond: 1 (1, 2, 2) hank Color C: #12504 Pomegranate Heather: 1 hank all sizes Color D: #14006 Raspberry: 1 (1, 2, 2) hank Color E: #12144 Starfish: 1 hank all sizes HOOK: US I/9 [5.5 mm] or hook needed for gauge. NOTIONS: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, wet blocking supplies (wool wash, towels, blocking mat, rust-proof pins). TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation single crochet + foundation double crochet, mosaic-style colorwork (dropped loops + post stitches), front post treble crochet 2 together (fptr2tog), beginning/ending front post decreases, shallow back post double crochet, stacked double crochet, standing half double crochet, third-loop stitching, treble crochet 2 together. WHAT'S INCLUDED: • PDF pattern with full written instructions (4 sizes × 3 length options) • Full crochet stitch diagram • Schematic with sizing measurements • Full video tutorial links > A Little Thank You for Shopping > with Marly Bird! Add this pattern to > your Ravelry cart to unlock a special > discounted price. No coupon code > needed... just add it to your cart and > enjoy the savings!