In May 2019, Carly from our office suggested that I create a PICC line cover using Fixation Splash. A PICC line, which stands for Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter, is a long IV line inserted into the arm that ends in a vein near the heart in the chest. These lines are designed for long-term use to deliver medications, chemotherapy, or other IV fluids. The exposed part of the line should be covered when not in use, but the standard covers provided are often uncomfortable and not very durable.
Hand-knit covers offer a great alternative, as they are comfortable and resemble knit accessories rather than medical dressings. Many hospitals accept these covers. One organization that distributes PICC line covers to medical centers for patients with cystic fibrosis is The Finding Jenn Project.
Made with breathable cotton and a touch of spandex, Fixation Splash was the perfect choice for this project, offering just the right amount of stretch for comfortable movement around the elbow.
Materials Needed:
- 1 ball Fixation Splash (98.3% Cotton/1.7% Spandex) – shown in 105 (Sun Drop)
- US 5 DPNs
- Yarn needle to weave in ends
Abbreviations:
K = Knit
P = Purl
Sts = Stitches
Shown in Medium (60 sts) (measures 8″ circumference) to fit 11-12″ bicep
Length: 7.5″ long
Sizes:
- Small will fit 9-10″ bicep
- Medium will fit 11-12″ bicep
- Large will fit 12.5-13.5″ bicep
- Can be adjusted in 4 st increments to make larger or smaller
Start Pattern:
- CO 52, 60, 68 sts
- Join in round
- Round 1: *[K3, P1] – repeat from * to end of round
- Round 2: P1, *[K1, P3] – repeat from * to last 3 sts, end K1, P2
Continue until 7, 7,5, 8″ long. Bind off in K3, P1 ribbing. Weave in ends.
Happy Making,
