Belted Kingfisher Tie

There is just something about Belted Kingfishers that I just love. These punk rock looking birds always look snazzy almost as wearing a tie. I decided to honor my love of this bird with this tie design. The patterning on the tie almost reminds me of their zig zagging flight pattern. I rarely get to take photos of these birds in flight since they are fast and are very aware of humans or predators nearby. So I will just have to capture their essence while knitting this tie pattern. There is also a matching pocket square instructions.

Finished Measurements (while blocking)

Length: 58 in/147cm

Max Width: 5 in/13 cm

This tie is flat knitted bottom up. The i cord edging prevents the tie from curling too much after blocking. However, the slight curl of the tie after blocking gives it dimensionality when worn. A keeper loop can be knitted and sewn to the back to help secure the back blade or tie tail when worn.

Needles

US 4/3.5mm 

OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE

Notions

row counter

stitch markers

tapestry needle

cable needle

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