Side Trip

**Construction Side Trip** is an engaging knitting pattern that begins with a provisional cast on, allowing you to seamlessly knit in the round from end to end. The project concludes with a stylish seaming technique using the kitchener stitch, creating a beautifully finished product by pulling one half inside the other for a unique, cozy design. ### **Required Skills** This pattern is ideal for knitters who are familiar with essential techniques such as provisional cast on, stranded colorwork, and the kitchener stitch. Whether you are a seasoned knitter or looking to enhance your skills, this project offers a wonderful opportunity to practice and perfect these methods. ### **Finished Size** The finished piece measures one size with a circumference of 22.5 inches and a height of 9 inches, making it an ideal accessory for anyone in your knitting circle or as a gift for loved ones. ### **Yarn** For this pattern, we recommend using **Lambstrings 'Ewetopia DK'**, a luxurious yarn composed of 100% superwash merino. You will need one skein of the main color (MC) in *Live Deliciously* and one skein of the contrasting color (CC) in *Pavement*, or you can substitute with 231 yards of a similar DK weight yarn for both MC and CC. ### **Needles** To achieve the perfect gauge, you will need US 6 / 4.25 mm needles, or the size necessary to match your tension. A 16-inch circular needle is suggested for optimal comfort and control while knitting. ### **Notions** Don't forget your essential knitting tools! Gather removable stitch markers, a tapestry needle, some waste yarn, and a crochet hook for the provisional cast on. You may also find it helpful to have a second circular needle on hand for the kitchener stitch, and consider using a needle size that is one size smaller for this technique. ### **Gauge** To ensure your project turns out just right, aim for a gauge of 23 stitches and 28 rounds per 4 inches / 10 cm in the colorwork pattern when knitted in the round and after blocking. Embark on your knitting journey with the **Construction Side Trip** pattern today! This project not only promises to be a delightful knitting experience but also results in a stylish and functional accessory that you can cherish for years to come. Happy knitting!