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Contents...
ISSUE 164 FEBRUARY 2017

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REGULARS FEATURES
1 Editors letter 11 Guest column: Betsan
5 News Corkhill
8 Spotlight on 12 Feature: mindfulness
38 Style le in knitting
48 Your views 14 Prole: Linda Lencovic
91 Coming next month
96 Purl about town HOW TO
50 Techniques A-Z:
REVIEWS double knitting
18 Books and pieces from a chart
NEVER MISS AN ISSUE! 21 Yarn review 76 Fairisle and garter
stitch masterclass
Find your nearest shop that stocks Knitting
with this handy postcode nder and never GALLERIES 89 Essential information
miss an issue again! seymour.magzene.com 25 Fashion
40 Home
Join Knitting on.. 42 Gifts

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PATTERNS MENS
53 Zigzag 78 Pimlico
56 Nina 80 Harbourside
58 Diagon Valley
61 Shelley CHILDRENS
64 Shirt Tails 81 Maisie
65 Style Icon 83 Abe
67 Ombr Denim 85 Garden Play hat and
69 Lacy poncho cowl set
70 Everyday cardigan 86 Gentle Waves baby
72 Mabel blanket

ACCESSORIES HOME
52 Beat the blues shawl 74 Darci throw
57 Cable edge shawl 75 Greta cushion
63 Aeolica hat
87 After the Storm
ngerless mitts
87 Molly cowl

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NEWS
Short rows...

We catch up on the latest yarns

UNTANGLE YOUR
COLOURWORK
Tired of getting your yarns in a tangle on
Fairisle and intarsia projects?
Ponys latest invention, the knitters
thimble, could be the solution. This
clever little device guides multiple
strands over the fingers, and at
just 1.99 from craft, wool and hobby
shops around the country its definitely
worth a try.

WONDERFUL WENSLEYDALE
A former NHS practice manager has taken me the shop was for sale. I wasnt looking to
over a Yorkshire shop and wool business. change career, but the temptation became
Knitter Kath Hume found out last April that too great and I thought, I really want to do
the Wensleydale Longwool Sheep Shop in this, she tells Knitting.
Leyburn, North Yorkshire, was up for sale as We spent the summer doing the due
its then owners were getting ready to retire. diligence on it. My husband, who is an IT KNITTING UP A GEM
By the end of September she had the keys consultant, and I felt it was something we West Yorkshire Spinners has released
in her hand, and she is now setting out to could do together. a collection of yarns in bright jewel
carry on the previous owners legacy and Since Kath took over the business in shades, inspired by precious stones. The
make her own mark on the business. September she has set up an e-commerce Wensleydale Gems Collection is spun
Its the only wool shop in Leyburn and only website and started making appearances at from 100% Wensleydale fleece in 20
sells its own yarn which is sourced from shows, including the Knitting & Stitching shades, including Fire Opal, Moon Stone,
rare breed Wensleydale Longwool sheep Show in Harrogate. Topaz and Lapis Blue. The DK weight
through the British Wool Marketing Board Kath believes her past role as a practice palette comes in 100g hanks 225m long,
and then spun, dyed and balled in Yorkshire. manager at a GPs surgery has equipped her priced at 8.50.
Although Kath has been knitting for as well for the wool business.
long as she can remember, she hadnt been She says: The business is a real juggling
dreaming of making a career out of wool, act, there are so many strands to it. I am
and says the career change came as a bit of a project managing the whole process. Ive
curveball. always had that knowledge of knitting,
I had worked for the NHS for 20 years and its fantastic that I can combine it with
when, purely by chance, a friend of mine told a career.

BATH-TIME FUN
Bath time is great, but theres one
problem knitting can be a serious
challenge. Now Wendy has come up with
an ingenious solution. Its Wash Knit yarn
for pots and pits plus a new leaflet
of fun bath accessories to knit, including
cute bee and sunflower wash cloths.
With these to hand, youll never be too
far from your knitting even in the bath.

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NEWS

LANG LAUNCHES
CASHMERE LIGHT
Lang Yarns has launched Cashmere Light, a yarn
made from 88% cashmere that knits up on
5.5mm to 6mm needles.
Described as soft, cuddly and feather-
light, Cashmere Light has a knitted
construction and is blended with
elastic nylon to give it volume and airy
lightness.
Lang Yarns says: Especially high quality,
exquisite natural fibres are used for this hand-
knitting yarn. The cashmere is made from fine
material obtained from the undercoat of the KNIT
cashmere goat. Cashmere Light is a must-have
during the winter, for all lovers of knitwear. WITH LOVE
Cashmere Light has a palette of 12 Get ready for Valentines Day with Berisfords
shades and is backed with a small romantic ribbons collection.
collection of garment and The range includes the hand-printed, rustic
accessory designs. ribbons from the Natural Charms Collection,
It comes in 25g as well as more luxurious styles from the
balls 85m long Essentials Collection.
and joins six The ribbons are priced from 75p per metre
other yarns in find out where to get yours by emailing
Langs cashmere berisfords@stockistenquiries.co.uk or calling
selection, including 01453 883581.
Cashmere Lace, Cashmere
Big and Super Soxx
Cashmere Color.

GORGEOUS SUPER
BULKY FROM SIRDAR
Sirdar has released a super bulky wool blend
yarn called Gorgeous.
The 51% wool, 49% acrylic yarn knits up at
five stitches and six rows to 10cm on 20mm
needles. Gorgeous comes in six shades
including neutrals and brights, and has a free NEW COLLECTION FROM
single-hank snood pattern on the ballband.
Sirdar has launched four design leaflets
UK HAND KNITTING
to back up the yarn, including homewares UK Hand Knitting, the association for
and quick-knit wholesale yarn producers, has released
accessories. a collection of patterns for fashion,
homewares, accessories and kids knits.
All the designs are for standard-weight
yarns, so knitters can choose their favourite
brands and fibres to work with.
The collection includes a great range of
cable knits for winter wear and a super-cute
Fairisle mini poncho. It is available from
your local yarn store.

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NEWS

Whats on
FEBRUARY 9-11
STITCH AND CRAFT
17-19 Be inspired by exhibitors and
UNRAVEL workshops for a huge variety
The three-day festival of craft hobbies including
features a programme of knitting and crochet.
talks, demonstrations and grosvenorshows.co.uk

My Yarn Shop
workshops led by UK and
international experts. 10-11
craft.farnhammaltings.com EDINBURGH YARN
FESTIVAL
THE OXFORD YARN STORE, OXFORD 19-21 A celebration of all things
CRAFT HOBBY & STITCH related to yarn, wool and
Knitter Marion Rees loves her Sweet Georgia. Visit this trade show dedicated hand knitting in Edinburgh,
LYS, The Oxford Yarn Store, in Karen and James are both to the art, craft, needlecraft Scotland.
a pretty shopping street north prolific and knowledgeable and hobby sector at the NEC, edinyarnfest.com
of the city centre. knitters, likely to be wearing a Birmingham.

KATIE MATTHEWS
Owner and lifelong knitter hand knit of their own making. chsi.co.uk
Karen Draisey has worked They run workshops and
all over the world running knitting clubs and willingly 24-25
theatre and drama events, and provide hands-on advice on MAKE IT/ KNIT AND
opened the shop four years ago knotty knitting problems. STITCH IT 2017
because she wanted a quieter The shop is full of knitted Meet suppliers and brand new
life. Along with colleague James items to inspire us all, and a companies demonstrating and
Edwards, Karen runs all sorts of fantastic range of books and selling a variety of hobby and 16-19
events, from knitting evenings single patterns, with a favourite craft products, materials kits FASHION & EMBROIDERY
and classes to having a sheep being Yokes by Kate Davies. and designs in Farnborough. Find a wealth of materials
shorn outside the shop. Several of the items from this exhibitions.co.uk and threads and an array of
She says: We like to run book are on display in the shop, exhibitions all under one roof
events and get people involved, knitted by Karen. 24-26 at the NEC, Birmingham.
so that we are about more than It is not only a knitting shop SPRING QUILT FESTIVAL fashionembroidery.co.uk
just selling yarn, we are a real but a community where people This festival showcases
community hub. come to chat and knit and wonderful displays of quilts APRIL
Marion says: This shop is in make friends. The weekly email and patchwork as well as
a beautiful little street just to gives updates on customers workshops and quilting 2-4
the north of Oxford city centre knits, some of which have suppliers stands. BRITISH CRAFT
and is visited by loyal locals and instigated a flood of me-too grosvenorshows.co.uk TRADE FAIR
far-flung knitters alike. It stocks versions. A trade-only fair showcasing
an amazing range of yarns, I only wish I could spend MARCH work from exclusively British
from the standard Rowan lines more time there. I am so lucky and Irish makers.
to the rarities of Isager and that it is my LYS. 2-5 bctf.co.uk
THE KNITTING &
STITCHING SHOW 8
Enjoy a great day out with SPRING INTO WOOL
stitching workshops and craft A brand new festival of woolly
shows at Olympia, London. arts and crafts, promoting
theknittingand the theme of inspiration and
stitchingshow.com learning.
springintowool.co.uk
2-5
HOBBYCRAFTS 22-23
Adday filled with endless WONDERWOOL WALES
supplies, new product
sup A day out with hands-on
and win a
ourite yarn shop launches, demonstrations and
lau workshops showcasing the
Nominate your fav Collection if it workshops designed to inspire
wo best in Welsh and British wool
ts The
copy of Erika Knigh email christine.boggis@
ply your creativity in Glasgow.
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TEMPERLEY
on
Spotlight

BLUE

EMILIA WICKSTEAD
With three different shades making it on

PAUL SMITH
to Pantones colour report for spring 2017,
blue is your go-to colour this season. From
teal and sky to denim and cobalt, youll
be sure to find a shade and style of blue

SIBLING
to suit you. Darker, navy hues seem to be

OILILY
a firm favourite with designers including
Paul Smith and Sibling this season, while
brighter tones make a statement in Peter
Pilotto and Richard Malones collections.

SOPHIA WEBSTER
From dramatic patterns to blocks, its
time to embrace this versatile shade and
mix and match hues for a dramatic pop of
colour this winter.
OILILY

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
J.W.ANDERSON

SIBLING
KENSINGTON LEVERNE/BRITISH FASHION COUNCIL
SAM WILSON, SHUAN JAMES COX, EEVA RINNE, KRIS MITCHELL,
TEMPERLEY

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Helle peaked cap in Shetland wool Northumberland hat pattern by Katya Knitting themed resin ring
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DPN and circular case I Dream of Yarn colouring book by Franklin Yarn bowl
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GUEST COLUMN

Knit your
state of mind
Choosing projects carefully can inuence
your state of mind and aid meditation.
Betsan Corkhill explains
SVETLANA LUKIENKO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

I have been collecting stories from knitters


around the world since 2005. The most
striking thing about these stories is the
number of people from different backgrounds
and cultures who make similar statements.
medical symptoms such as pain, itching,
anxiety or ceaseless negative thought cycles.

Effortless presence
This meditative state allows you to experience
simply observe them in the moment.
The process of being an observer of your
thoughts changes your relationship with
those thoughts, which, in turn, can help you
to realise that thoughts arent real events
At the very top of the list are accounts of how stillness a deep, restful peace. To enter this you are not your thoughts, they are just
the rhythmic movements enable a meditative mind state, use an easy knitting project where made up by your mind. A nice, easy, repetitive
state of mind. Many talk about entering the you dont have to think about the pattern. As pattern is good for this.
zone or enjoying a peaceful sanctuary that you knit, allow your mind to flow in harmony Knitting an easy project can also free your
gives the mind a break from lifes challenges. with the rhythm of your hands. Feel the mind to daydream. A bit of daydreaming is
As my research progressed, I began to realise rhythm of your movements synchronise with beneficial for wellbeing it gives your mind
that the project you choose to knit can your internal rhythm and enjoy a natural a break from lifes challenges, restrictions
influence your state of mind. awareness of simply being. and demands. Anything is possible when you
There are thousands of different types of daydream. It stimulates creative thought and
meditative state, including focused attention, Ongoing monitoring is a source of valuable self-discovery. You may
effortless presence and ongoing monitoring, Mindfulness has a strong evidence base even find the solution to that problem youve
of which mindfulness is a part. Here I look for improving wellbeing. It centres on been mulling over springs to mind.
at how you can achieve these states of mind your awareness of the present moment Next time you choose a new knitting
when you are knitting. in an intentional, non-judgemental way, project, take time to consider the mind state
purposefully noticing and observing your youd like to enter. Have a range of projects
Focused attention thoughts, emotions and physical sensations on the go so that you have a choice of mind
You can enter a state of focused attention without passing judgement, and simply states to enter. Its a great way of managing
when you are knitting a pattern that is easy allowing them to float on by. lifes challenges and boosting your wellbeing.
enough to succeed at, but still requires you to Learning mindfulness requires
focus your full attention on a particular stitch perseverance but learning to knit mindfully Betsan Corkhill is a former senior
combination. You can also use the mantra of can help you experience this beneficial mind psychotherapist and production
in, around, through and off to enable you to state more easily. As you knit, focus on the editor who has spent the
stay in this state of mind. yarn running through your fingers, feeling past decade investigating
The state of focused attention occupies the different textures and the rhythmic the therapeutic benefits of
your brain to the extent that it distracts you movement of your hands in the present knitting. Her book, Knit
from issues which may be detrimental to moment. Youll find that as you do this, for Health and Wellness, is
your wellbeing from problems that may be thoughts will pass through your mind in a available from knitforhealth
dominating your thoughts and even from different way one which will enable you to andwellness.com.

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FEATURE

Opening a sacred
Knitting mindfully can clear your head, help you here and now by escaping into other worlds.
Measuring the knitting at the end of the
relax and take you to a sacred space in your life, day, we delight in the progress made while
our minds were elsewhere. The escapism
writes Rachael Matthews, owner of ethical yarn knitting provides, with its relief from boring
situations or down time with hours of
shop and textile gallery Prick Your Finger and daydreaming, is seductive because it is also
productive. Awakening from the dream, we
author of The Mindfulness in Knitting present ourselves with beautiful knitted
gifts, knowing that the time spent away was
reasonably well justified.

A messy head can be liberated by


the ritual of knitting mindfully. Our
knitting ritual needs to be met with
positive foresight, as we want to use it to
reach our sacred space. Physical sacred spaces
If your work began with your mind in bad
shape, it is possible to feel more relaxed by
the time you put the needles down. Using a
more mindful approach at the beginning of
the session can help you find relaxation on a
might ask you to remove your shoes, but much deeper level. Let us ensure that a bad
entering into our sacred knitting space needs day is transformed into a truly enlightened
other preparations. day through an extra structured practice.
The territory we create while knitting is Mindful knitting, once learned, is a
easy to take for granted. Knitters know their companion for life and, like all great friends,
craft, which offers them a time to slow their it stimulates us and triggers enlightened
rapid thoughts, but it is easy to switch off too thoughts. Cultivation of enlightened thoughts
much, get lost in our work and let the mind requires us to do some extra work. By our
drift. Falling into our knitting is similar to the very nature, knitters love extra work! For
way we kick off our shoes and flop into our our knitwear projects to become spiritually
favourite armchair. Our hands remember how fruitful as well as fabulously stylish, we are
to knit, miraculously doing all the work and obliged to switch on the right channels of the
making it easy for us to cruise along in a lazy, mind from the moment we cast on. Readying
semi-conscious state. ourselves with a countdown to starting, we
Completing rows through a movie or attempt to enter our sacred space exclusively,
gossiping with friends, we forget all about the acting as a warden for sidetracking reveries.

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FEATURE

space

Extract taken from


The Mindfulness in
Knitting: Meditations
on Craft and Calm by
Rachael Matthews,
published by Leaping
Hare Press, 8.99

RESTARTING YOUR
MINDFUL KNITTING
PROGRAMME
As you take up your needles, pause with
a half-smile. Notice the lighting up of
the face, the stirring of the heart and the
calming of your mind. Take note of your
KNIT AWAY YOUR STORIES breathing. Finding the rhythm of your
breath, you are ready to engage with the
A handmade piece of knitting with good tension and a spiritually enriched handmade rhythm of your needles.
piece of knitting with good tension, both following the same pattern, are likely to look Working breath and stitches together,
the same. As we knit, we produce other, invisible works of great value. Take time to let the knitting guide you down to a place
acknowledge this invisible work. Published knitting patterns do not normally provide of calm. Measure your stitches with long
meditation structures. Adding our own structures and rituals enhances our work time breaths. Continue in this way until your
with a deeper source of personal creativity. fingers need a break, or you need to
Feelings about the past and the future pass through our knitting constantly. Thoughts check the knitting pattern instructions.
are facts that can be neatly filed away into the fabric, enabling the present to be less As you pause for a break, notice the
cluttered and free for more mindful knitting. Let your processed thoughts flow with the work you have made since you entered
yarn into the knitting. As your rows build up, let your stories of the past and future leave the sacred space. Take time to respond
the present, and find a suitable place to rest within the knitting. Note these thoughts in to the rows you have just worked. As you
your notebook if it helps. As the stories are knitted away, notice the sentiment behind handle the material, remember your last
them and, with a clear head, continue to form useful, beautiful fabric. Woes will start knitting date. Answer these questions in
to evaporate into your knitting rather than reside in your body. As you knit more rows, your notebook: How does todays mood
continue to demonstrate this simple filing system, until you feel you have fully entered differ? Where do you want to go from
your peaceful, sacred knitting space, and are free of any niggling fears. here?

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A different
kettle of fish
Knitting meets Linda Lencovic indie dyer, retailer, designer
and the one-woman-band that is Kettle Yarn Co

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PROFILE

Where do you come from? In contrast to cashmere goats, yaks have from Australia can be shipped to China
I grew up in a small northern town in Canada a minimal impact on sparse grassland and for processing or superwashing and then
surrounded by hectares of wilderness. When every single facet of the animal is used for on to a mill somewhere else in the world
I was a child we regularly had deer and bears survival by the people farming them. The to spin before arriving at your door. The
meandering through our back yard. One Merino used in this blend is Peruvian, from environmental cost of cheap yarn is
of my first memories is of watching a bear ethically treated herds that are not mulesed. pretty shocking.
sow and its cub through a back window and Id like to continue to raise awareness of I am trying to cut down on this extra waste
wanting to go out and play with them. In my these kinds of issues and get people thinking by shopping local when sourcing my yarns.
thirties I moved from Vancouver to London more about what their money is supporting Baskerville fibres go directly from local
to complete an MAFA in Painting at Chelsea and encouraging. Do you want to support British sheep farmers to John Arbons mill in
College of Art & Design, and I have now been gentle sheep getting their hindquarters sliced Devon to be spun, then are trucked over to
in the UK for nearly 11 years. to avoid infection (mulesing) when they can me in Hastings, East Sussex, where I dye the
be treated in less horrific ways? No? Then yarns in my kitchen. No harsh chemicals are
How did you get where you are today? stop buying Merino that is farmed this way! used to treat the yarn and I use citric acid to
I started working when I was 16 years old Ask questions about how your yarn is created. set the dyes in my home kitchen.
with no idea of what I wanted to do with my More and more hand dyers are able to answer
life. My only certainty was a need to make these kinds of questions now and we should For some people, 18-24 will seem like a
things. My twenties were spent working be asking them. lot of money for a 100g skein of yarn. What
and in college, trying different careers. I goes into your yarns and why are your
worked as a silversmith, graphic designer, How do you source your yarns and what customers happy to pay for them?
administrative assistant and university do you look for when choosing them? Im glad you asked this as it is a many-layered
lecturer, but none of these roles seemed quite It is hugely important to me that Kettle Yarn question.
right for me. Co have strong ethical and environmental First there is the question of raw materials.
It wasnt until my late thirties that I tried principles and that I support values I feel Cheap yarn, like many mass-produced
knitting again during an illness and got strongly about through the brand. commodities today, has a much larger cost
obsessed with wool and yarn. Serendipitously, Weve all heard the horror stories of British environmentally than most people care to
much of my seemly unrelated past training sheep farmers having to burn or bury their know. I would seriously question anyone
seems to have come together with Kettle Yarn fleeces as it costs more to shear the sheep for charging less than 15 for a skein of yarn
Co, as I wear many hats running the business fibre than the money the British Wool Board why are they able to do this?
by myself. will pay them for the wool. How much are they paying for their raw
In my eyes it is vital to support small-scale products if they can afford to do this, and
Tell us about Kettle Yarn Co how long has wool producers in the UK who are developing what conditions was it produced in? How
it been going, what does it do and where is new breeds, keeping old breeds alive and are the animals treated, what chemicals
it heading? thriving and caring for their small flocks of are used on the fibre and what is the
I started Kettle Yarn Co in 2013, a love child animals in a loving and ethical way unlike environmental cost of the various processes
born of my obsession with knitting, chronic the mass farming of Merino in certain parts of that have been undertaken?
love of colour and a driving quest for pill-free the world. Wool as a raw product is not cheap, and
yarn. The company evolved out of a personal Starting with Baskerville, my exclusive ethically produced fibre should not be
search for ruggedly tough, long-wearing blends aim to contain unique breeds, like the cheap. Not if you are paying fair prices to all
blends that feel delicious against the skin. new Exmoor Blueface, blended in interesting the people who worked hard to create the
It is vital to me that my company support new combinations. end product. I source my spun yarn from
the ethics and values I believe in. Yarns I dye My goal is to veer away from the mass- companies that have ethical standards similar
are ethically produced, and as I become more produced and ethically questionable fibres to my own. Beyul, Islington, Waltham and
educated in yarn production Ive stopped of the yarn world and introduce people to Westminster are spun in Peru by the mill that
using fibres like cashmere, as have discovered other stunning fibres that are not as readily supports the Mirasol project charity and un-
how our desire for soft and softer has available and have their own amazing mulesed Peruvian sheep herds. My exclusive
stripped the land bare where Asian cashmere properties, like Gotland and Exmoor British spun yarns are sourced from small-
is farmed, creating huge sandstorms. These Blueface. If we dont make an effort to scale British sheep farmers.
storms are so large that they are changing the support these amazing sheep breeds they will Then there is the question of wear it is
climate worldwide, leaving the poor animals be lost to us forever. one thing to spend 24 for a skein of yarn in
starved and the resulting fleece coarse It is also important to me that my yarn something that will look rubbish in a month,
and very unlike the idea of luxury we once production has an acceptably low carbon and another to spend the same to have a
associated with this fibre. footprint. Most people dont know that garment that will continue to look brand new
Ive replaced this fibre with Beyul, my baby yarn can be shipped across the breadth for countless years, even decades.
yak, silk and ethical Merino blend. It has a of the world several times in the course I feel that over the past three years my
similar luxurious handle to cashmere but of its production for example, Merino customers have come to trust the quality of

none of the nasty consequences. Hand-


combed or plucked, yak down sits between
the most luxurious fine cashmere and softest Wool as a raw product is not cheap, and
baby camel in micron thickness, and has a
comparable butter-soft handle and gloriously ethically produced fibre should not be cheap.
gentle halo plus the added benefit of pilling
less. Yak is durable, breathable, lightweight Not if you are paying fair prices to all the people
and its incredible thermal properties keep
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my yarns. They know that all of my blends are Co and began working with master spinners
thoroughly researched, wear-tested and that I If you are going to to create exclusive small-batch British yarns.
have high ethical standards. This is an area Id like to expand in the future,
I am determined that my yarns be heirloom spend countless hours as this method of production means I can be
quality and last for decades to come, and this even more sure of the ethical provenance of
extra effort and quality is something they are working with a yarn, my yarns.
willing to support. My first exclusive blend of British small-
Third is the issue of hand production. The dont you want it to batch yarn, Baskerville, is an unusual British-
reality of dyeing yarn is very different from breed yarn that melds the lustrous, velvety
the romanticised image sometimes imagined be enjoyable, and your crimp of fine British Gotland and the frothy
by non-dyers. I work alone, which means loft of new-breed sheep Exmoor Blueface.
long, hard days changing hats from admin hard work to continue With a hint of luminous silk adding a gentle
to web design to customer service rep to shimmer, this is a subtly modern take on
labourer as the day progresses. to look good year traditional rustic yarns.
Dyeing happens in my home kitchen In late autumn a darker grey Gotland-
long, tiring days lifting kilos of heavy wet yarn after year? rich version of Baskerville was released
from pot to pot. This is gruelling, physical Baskerville Dark that plays up the British-
work, historically undervalued as womens farmed Gotlands unique qualities and is
work as it relates to knitting. All yarn is then itself. I sell my yarn in large skeins. 100g of darker and crunchier than Baskerville.
wound into skeins by hand and labels printed, fingering weight will generally get you 400m To support Baskerville Ive worked with
cut and taped to the skeins. All of this takes in my skeins at least double the yardage some amazing designers to create two
time and a lot of hard work. of most commercially dyed yarn balls and collections showcasing this yarn, Baskerville
There is a reason so many yarn dyeing usually four times the amount. Dawn to Dusk and Dawn to Dusk 2.
companies fold within a few years, as burnout The blends Ive chosen for Kettle Yarn Co People can sign up to the mailing list on my
in our industry is high. There is no way a feel unbelievably gorgeous in your hands website and be the first to get their hands on
hand dyer can compete with commercially and are a real pleasure to work with as well my next small batch yarn.
dyed yarns made in China and we shouldnt as wear. If you are going to spend countless
try. Our product is an artisanal one and hours working with a yarn, dont you want What is your favourite thing to knit?
should be priced accordingly. it to be enjoyable, and your hard work to Tops and cardigans. There is nothing like
I feel it is only right to pay myself a fair continue to look good year after year? My knitting your own clothing and I dont think
wage, even if this doesnt really reflect the dyes are glazed and layered by hand to create I will ever get tired of being able to do this in
real hours I work in a week. Dyeing yarn glowing, jewel-like hues which make your any colour I want.
is hard graft, and dyers themselves precious projects stand out, ready to
primarily women need to stop be treasured. What are you knitting at the moment?
undervaluing our work. I have a lace and garter stitch design in new,
Lastly and definitely not least are the Whats new? thicker Beyul DK on the needles at the
physical qualities of Kettle Yarn Co yarn Last year I realised a milestone for Kettle Yarn moment which will be released this spring.

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reading. Stephen West is the rock star of the knitting world, and if you love the colour dyed yarn, from smaller operations such
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HYGGE KNITS Nicki Trench


Hygge is this winters buzzword, conjuring up images of roaring fires, steaming mugs of
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60 QUICK KNITS FOR LITTLE KIDS Cascade Yarns


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and 26 rows to 10cm. Favourites include the cute Bear Hat, a brilliant three-dimensional intarsia
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cover. CB
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ESSENTIAL SKILLS: POPCORNS, BOBBLES & PUFFS TO CROCHET


Lindy Zubairy
One of the wonderful things about crochet is its capacity for texture, and this comprehensive
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detailed stitchionary, but there are also four projects for homewares and accessories to put your
newly acquired skills to the test. CB
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WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD CROCHETERS


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First there was When Bad Things Happen to Good Knitters, and now this crochet-focused
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CASCADE YARNS MILLAMIA NATURALLY WOOL AND THE GANG ROWAN HEMP TWEED
SPUNTANEOUS SOFT COTTON WOOL ME TENDER CHUNKY
Fat and fabulous Cascade If youre already a fan of the Wool Me Tender is a soft Rowans Hemp Tweed
Yarns Spuntaneous is a MillaMia brand but cant wear and chunky yarn made from Chunky really is a tweed
super chunky yarn made from wool youll be pleased to see 100% Peruvian wool, which has with a difference. Its unusual
100% extra-ne Merino wool. the latest addition to its range. been responsibly sourced and combination of plied and
Although it has the look of a Naturally Soft Cotton is a plied sustainably produced. While twisted wool and hemp gives
single ply, it has a lot of strength and twisted yarn made from some roving yarns can be a the limited edition yarn a
that thankfully meant it didnt 100% combed cotton with a little weak to work with, this has distinctive appearance and
fall apart as I worked with it. subdued rather than lustrous just enough twist on it to give a character. It has ne, subtle veins
It has a super soft, rounded appearance. It has a soft, dry smooth, round nish and stop it of ecru that create the tweed
handle and, as expected, handle and when knitted up the from splitting as you knit. effect, with occasional slubs of
knitted up in a ash on 12mm fabric is beautifully lightweight It knits up quickly on 6.5mm bre adding textural interest.
needles producing beautifully with excellent stitch denition. needles, producing a soft and It knits up beautifully and has
squat, even stitches and a warm, The choice of 22 shades comes dense fabric thats cosily snug a wonderfully rounded feel.
dense fabric with a smooth, silky from MillaMias signature palette next to the skin. Theres a choice The fabric is close-textured
feel in the hands. and with a good balance of of 13 shades, ranging from sober and smooth, with neat, fulsome
This yarn is fairly expensive calming neutrals, classics and classics like Tweed Grey and stitches when used for stocking
but its metreage of 100m per punchy brights, the colours Space Black to the soft, feminine stitch and pronounced texture
200g means you can knit a hat, will combine beautifully for Cameo Rose and intense fashion when used for moss stitch.
scarf or cowl from just one hank. colourwork projects as well as shades like Cinnamon Dust and Theres plenty of pattern
Patterns are available as free working well on their own. The Red Ochre. The swatch shown is support with six designs in the
downloads from the Cascade sample shown here was knitted knitted in Cloudy Blue. Hemp Tweed Chunky Collection
Yarns website. in shade 321, Indigo Purple. Youll nd pattern inspiration, and three more designs on
The palette of 17 shades With a standard tension of 25 in the form of three free to the website. There are eight
includes classic neutrals and soft sts and 34 rows, this is an ideal download PDF patterns on Wool restrained shades, including 004
pastels as well as juicy brights yarn for spring and summer, as and the Gangs website. This Sea shown here. It is machine
and deep autumnal shades like its just a little heavier than a yarn should be hand-washed in washable at 30C on a gentle
Blue Coral (shade 15) shown standard 4 ply. This yarn may a specialist wool detergent and setting but do not tumble-dry.
here. It felts very easily so should be washed at 40C on a gentle dried at. Alternatively it can be Lay at to dry away from direct
be hand washed cold and laid setting but do not tumble-dry. It dry-cleaned. sunlight. Alternatively it may be
at to dry. may also be dry-cleaned. dry-cleaned with care.
Composition: 100% Peruvian
Composition: 100% extra-ne Composition: 100% cotton wool Composition: 75% wool, 25%
Merino wool Weight: 50g Length: 165m Weight: 100g Length: 150m true hemp
Weight: 200g Length: 100m Rec needle size: 3.25mm Rec needle size: 6.5mm Weight: 100g Length: 110m
Rec needle size: 10-12mm Tension (10cm): 25 sts x 34 rows Tension (10cm): 12 sts Rec needle size: 6mm
Tension (10cm): 6-8 sts RRP: 4.50 RRP: 8 Tension (10cm): 14 sts x 19 rows
RRP: 17.95 Contact: LoveKnitting Contact: Wool And The Gang RRP: 9.25
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BLUE SKY FIBERS MIRASOL UMINA KETTLE YARN CO NORO SILK GARDEN
WOOLSTOCK ISLINGTON SOCK SOLO
With a name meaning sleep,
I fell for this yarn as soon as Mirasol Umia is a dreamily Kettle Yarn Co Islington is Noros Silk Garden Sock Solo
I saw it. Produced entirely in soft blend of 50% alpaca and a DK weight yarn made with has a lot more character than
Arequipa, Peru, Woolstock 50% wool. It has a luxurious Bluefaced Leicester that has a typical sock yarn. Made
is an aran weight yarn made combination of drape and been picked through twice from 40% wool, 25% silk, 25%
from 100% ne Highland wool. warmth, and although it has a then re-examined before being polyamide and 10% mohair it
Although it has a traditional crimped appearance its very blended with silk. This translates has a slightly uneven texture
plied and twisted construction, softly plied and twisted, which into a super soft yarn that is which combines its gentle
its been done very carefully gives the yarn a lovely light and gentle enough for sensitive twist with a long, slub-like
to ensure the yarn retains its springy texture. skin and yet durable enough to appearance. It is as thin as 4 ply
lofty handle and the bounce As youd expect from this withstand repeated wear and in some places, and 4-5mm thick
continues when the yarn is blend of bres, its smooth and washing. Its indulgently soft, in others. There are also tiny
wound for knitting. supple to knit, producing a with a cotton-like, dry handle, fronds of bre twisted in along
It feels smooth and silky, buttery soft and squishy fabric and is beautifully smooth to knit, the length of the yarn, adding
stretching ever so slightly as with perfectly formed stitches. producing a lightweight fabric even more textural interest. It
you knit to produce a light, Inspired by the colours of South with impressively even stitches produces a soft, lightweight
squishy fabric. The palette has America, the 16 shades balance that are enhanced by the yarns fabric with a dry handle thats
21 shades including subtle cool greys and rich, exotic tones rich and lustrous appearance. supple and warm with a rich,
mlange colours created by with deep blues, such as shade The hand-dyeing process tweedy colouring.
dyeing the bre before spinning 15, Royalty, shown here a gives the yarn its semi-solid There are eight shades to
and blending. Spring Ice, shown jewel-like purple and blue mix. colouring, adding tonal interest choose from including the
here, combines turquoise, ecru Pattern support can be found to each shade. There are 14 inky blue shade 03 shown
and the slightest hint of black. in a collection of loose leaets hand-dyed shades to choose here. Pattern support includes
Pattern support in the form of featuring ladies sweaters as from, including a couple of designs by Jenny Watson. This
PDF downloads can be found on well as smaller accessories and limited-edition indigo-dyed yarn should be hand-washed in
the Blue Sky Fibers website. This a couple of home projects. This options and Purple Reign, cold water, squeezed gently to
yarn should be hand-washed delicate yarn should be hand- shown here. Although its been remove the excess water then
using a mild detergent, then washed then dried at, but do superwash treated, this yarn dried at, out of direct sunlight.
dried at. Alternatively it may be not tumble-dry. Alternatively it should be hand-washed or Alternatively it may be dry-
dry-cleaned. may be dry-cleaned. soaked in lukewarm water, then cleaned with care.
laid at to dry.
Composition: 100% ne Composition: 50% alpaca, Composition: 40% wool, 25%
Highland wool 50% wool Composition: 55% superwash silk, 25% polyamide, 10% mohair
Weight: 50g Length: 112m Weight: 100g Length: 225m Bluefaced Leicester, 45% silk Weight: 100g Length: 300m
Rec needle size: 4-8 mm Rec needle size: 4.5-5.5mm Weight: 100g Length: 212m Rec needle size: 3.5-4mm
Tension (10cm): 20-24 sts Tension (10cm): 16-20 sts Rec needle size: 2-5mm Tension (10cm): 20-22 sts x 28-
RRP: 5.99 RRP: 8.75 Tension (10cm): 21-24 sts 30 rows
Contact: Blue Sky Fibers Contact: Intercontinental Yarns RRP: 21 RRP: 19.75
E: info@blueskybers.com T: 01535 664222 Contact: Kettle Yarn Co Contact: Designer Yarns
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This cute and cosy cabled beanie


will knit up nice and quickly for
winter wear, and is made in Kettle
Yarn Cos beautiful and super-soft
100% British Bluefaced Leicester
super chunky yarn, the gentle and
rustic Waltham Super.

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SHIRT TAILS
Pat Menchini
Yarn King Cole Fashion Aran
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 64

With a flattering cowl neck and


hemline shaping, this is a knit to
suit all shapes and sizes.

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STYLE ICON
Pat Menchini
Yarn Rico Essentials Alpaca
Blend Chunky
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 65

Stylish and flattering, this cropped,


high-necked jacket features a
simple, attractive lace panel
repeated across its body and
sleeves. The soft and light alpaca
blend yarn will keep you cosy on
winter days, and its perfect for day
to evening wear.

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OMBRE DENIM
Sian Brown
Yarn Debbie Bliss Cotton
Denim DK
Skill level Beginner Plus
Pattern page 67

Denim yarn and gradient


shading are two key trends
this season. Blend them in this
comfy cotton jumper.

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EVERYDAY CARDIGAN
Pamela Wynne
Yarn Juniper Moon Farm
Herriot Fine
Skill level Beginner Plus
Pattern page 70

Let the yarn sing in this simple and


beautifully shaped cardigan.

LACY
Sarah J Green
Yarn Any DK weight yarn
Skill level Intermediate crochet
Pattern page 69

A simple but striking lace crochet


pattern made in two rectangle
shapes, sewn together in a flattering
V-neck, make this a poncho you can
wear anywhere.

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DEBBIE BLISS
Mabel
Yarn Debbie Bliss Cashmerino
Aran Tonals
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 72

Practice your cables and ribbing


with this cosy polo neck.

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Lauren Goodchild suggests alternative colourways and styling


ideas for three knits from this months gallery
The cold weather can leave you feeling uninspired when it comes to fashion, but these bold and bright pieces are sure to help you beat
the winter blues. Take Shelley from loungewear to lunch by slipping it over a casual midi dress and knee-high boots. Who doesnt love
layering up with a cute cardigan? Wear Style Icon over a turtleneck jumper to really show off the button detailing. With its cowl neckline
and rounded edges, Shirt Tails screams style. Accessorise this cobalt jumper with gloves and boots for a go-to cosy look this season.

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BLOUSE JEANS WATCH LOAFERS


30, Cotton Traders 40, Debenhams 145, Newgate Watches 32, Next

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Shades of blue are always in fashion

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or a hip, urban look.

B
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DARCI
Jo Allport
Yarn Stylecraft Life Super Chunky
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 74

Chunky cables, garter stitch borders


and a neat zigzag edge make this
versatile throw or bed runner great
fun to knit.

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GRETA
Jo Allport
Yarn Rico Essentials Merino DK
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 75

A neat technique makes this clever


colourwork in garter stitch much
easier than you might expect. Learn
how to do it yourself on page 76.

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PIMLICO
Pat Menchini
Yarn Stylecraft Alpaca Chunky
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 78

A stylish collar and fun bobble


panels add interest to this
sleeveless jacket, perfect for
men who dont feel the cold.

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HARBOURSIDE
Pat Menchini
Yarn King Cole Cotswold Chunky
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 80

An interesting take on rib in this


lovely gradient yarn mean this
fisherman-style jumper will be
quick and fun to knit.

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ABE
Lisa Richardson
Yarn Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK
Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 83

Budding sailers will love this


anchor-patterned tank with a sweet
blue trim in softest merino and silk.

MAISIE
Rico Design
Yarn Rico Baby So Soft DK
Skill level Beginner Plus
Pattern page 81

Knit this sweet striped raglan


sweater in colour combinations to
suit girls or boys.

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GARDEN PLAY
Drops Design
Yarn Drops Nepal
Skill level Beginner crochet
Pattern page 85

Try out your hooking skills


with this cute hat and cowl set.

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GENTLE WAVES
Becky Stevens
Yarn Any aran weight yarn
Skill level Intermediate crochet
Pattern page 86

Give babys room a peaceful


seaside theme with this sweet
striped blanket.

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AFTER THE STORM MOLLY


Christine Boggis Rico Design
Yarn Debbie Bliss Falkland Aran Yarn Rico Creative Glowworm
Skill level Beginner Skill level Intermediate
Pattern page 87 Pattern page 87

These cosy Merino broken rib This cabled cowl is fun to knit and
pattern wrist warmers are super stylish to wear, plus it will keep you
simple to knit in the round. warm all winter long.

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ASK JEANETTE
Your queries answered by Jeanette Sloan
RIBBON RIDDLE
Like you I love a bit of sparkle in YARN LEARNINGS
my knits, so when I picked up I really enjoy reading your
the Christmas issue (Knitting magazine and became a
162, December 2016) I knew subscriber very recently. The
Limelight by Pat Menchini was article on luxury yarns in Knitting
the one for me. As its a DK 161, November 2016, was really
weight its the sort of design Id enjoyable, but I cant always
like to wear throughout the year, stretch my budget to them. Is
but Im not sure about the ribbon there any chance of a similar type
at the neck. Can you suggest an of article on other types of yarns,
alternative fastening? Its lovely or a focus on patterns to knit on
but not for me, Im not confident a tight budget?
showing that much skin! Pat Rogers, by email
Lisa Barclay, by email
You said that you only became
Pat Menchinis Limelight sweater a subscriber to Knitting very
is a glamorous, versatile design recently, so you may well
knitted in King Coles sequined have missed the piece on
yarn Galaxy. The wide ribbon Pat environmentally friendly yarns
has used to fasten the back neck from issue 160, October 2016. It
ST
of the garment adds a feminine
LET AR explores the growing demand
touch and reveals a sexy flash of TER for yarns that are ethically
skin across the shoulder blades. sourced, naturally dyed, locally
While this works really well for sourced, fairly traded or made
parties, not everyone has the with recycled fibres or packaging.
confidence to carry it off, and If your idea of green yarns is
youll no doubt want a more femininity. bridge the gap left by the eight something smelly and scratchy
discreet finishing detail if youre Alternatively you could add a stitches cast off at the centre. that you wouldnt wear next to
wearing this design to work. button band to the neck opening. Cast off all stitches. Once youve the skin, then think again.
One option is to add a lace-up When you get to the base of the chosen your buttons, space them Alternatively, Knitting 155,
detail to the neck edge. When neck opening, instead of knitting evenly across the centre of the June 2016, featured an article on
working the back left opening, the four stitches at the neck edge edge to determine how many independent dyers. While large
instead of knitting all four in garter stitch, cast them off buttonholes youll need and corporate brands have catered
stitches in garter stitch on every completely. Work the rest of the where to place them. for lots of knitters needs over
WS row, once youve established back as directed by the pattern With the right side of the the years, and continue to do so,
a few rows try working k1, k2tog, instructions, then repeat for the garment facing you, pick up and theres now a huge breadth of
yo, k1 over the four stitches on other side. You should be left knit the same number of stitches, colour, texture and fibre mixes
a WS row (youll need to reverse with a long, rectangular gap at this time starting at the base dyed in mesmerising colours
it for the back right). This places the centre back. To finish the of the opening and finishing at by indie dyers like Easyknits,
lace holes towards the outside of opening edges youll need to the top of the neck. Knit half as Uncommon Thread and The
the garter stitch edge, and youll pick up and knit down the side many rows as you did for the first Little Grey Sheep.
have to experiment with their of the rows, so start with the left side, work your buttonholes on While hand-dyed yarns may
placement to make sure theyre back. As theyve been worked the next row, then complete to sound exclusive or expensive,
evenly spaced up the neck. Once in stocking stitch, try picking up match the first side and cast off. this isnt always the case. That
both sides have been completed, three stitches every four rows To make up, place the right edge said, I completely understand
thread a fine ribbon through (with the right side of the work on top of the left edge at the base that some of us are knitting
the holes to fasten with a bow at facing you), beginning at the of the neck and sew both neatly on even more limited budgets,
the back of the neck. The garter neck and finishing at the base in place. Finally sew the buttons so have a look at Knitting 163,
stitch edges will meet at the of the neck opening. Work in in place on the left back. Enjoy January 2017, where you can
back and cover up the shoulders, stocking stitch until the edge is knitting Limelight whichever one find 10 great patterns to knit for
while still adding that hint of around 3.5cm or deep enough to of these solutions you choose. under 50.

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Sloans
A-Z of Knitting
Techniques

D IS FOR DOUBLE KNITTING


Part 2: chart knitting

T here are several distinct advantages


to working from a chart in double
knitting compared to single thickness
stranded knitting. Firstly, theres no need to
carry the yarns not being worked, so theres
1 2

no puckered fabric or tension nightmares.


There are also no unsightly floats on the
wrong side, as there is no wrong side to the
fabric. It does take a bit more concentration
to get used to this technique, as youll be
knitting both sides of the fabric at the
same time so its important to remember a
few basics.
As with standard charts, each of the
squares represents a row moving vertically
and a stitch moving horizontally. However,
when double knitting only the knit stitches 1. Start with the two-colour braided cast on 2. The chart shown here produces a heart
are represented on the chart so while (see Knitting 160, October 2016), but rather motif on each side with the colours reversed.
each square represents a right side stitch than slipping the first stitch on each row, knit As were double knitting, youll have twice
facing you, always remember that each has the first and last stitches as normal, using the number of stitches on the needles as are
an accompanying purl stitch that is not both yarns. Work a couple of rows before shown on the chart, so to keep track of the
represented on the chart but still needs to starting to work from the chart. Here you can pattern count only the knit stitches facing
be worked. see the front colour is magenta and the rear you. Regardless of which colour is facing
colour is beige. you, all squares coloured white on the chart
should be worked in the main colour of the
side facing you (FC) and all black squares
should be worked in the main colour of the
rear side (RC).

3 4 5

3. To begin working the pattern, well start at 4. Remembering that each front knit loop 5. Now to establish the bottom tip of the
the bottom right of the chart and read from is paired with a rear purl loop, repeat until heart motif, k1 in RC (beige) then bring both
right to left for this row our front or main there are five stitches in the FC and five yarns to the front of the work and p1 in FC
colour is magenta. Knit the first stitch in both stitches in the RC on the right needle. (magenta).
yarns. To work the next five stitches, k1 in FC
(magenta) then bring both yarns to the front
of the work and p1 using RC (beige).

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6 7 8

6. To complete the rest of the charted row, 7. Have a look at the row just worked and 8. For the second chart row our front or main
take both yarns to the back of the work and youll notice there are a couple of breaks in colour is beige, and well be reading the chart
k1 in FC (magenta) then bring both yarns to the sequence of alternating stitches on the from left to right. Knit the first stitch using
the front of the work and p1 in RC (beige). needles. This occurs where the charted motif both yarns, then work the next 4 sts. With
Continue until you reach the last stitch, then is being worked, and its worth checking at both yarns at the back, k1 in FC (beige), then
knit it as normal using both yarns. this stage that the stitches on your needle bring both yarns to the front of the work and
match the chart row just completed. p1 in RC (magenta).

9 11

9. For the centre 3 sts take both yarns to the


back of the work but swap them around. K1
in RC (magenta), then bring both yarns to the
front and p1 in FC (beige). Repeat for the next
two stitches, then swap the yarns once again.

10

10. With both yarns at the back of the work 11. Keep working from the chart, reading in the appropriate direction for each row and taking
and reversed once again, k1 in FC (beige), care to swap the yarns as needed when working them in pairs of knit and purl. The completed
bring both yarns to the front of work and p1 chart should be completely reversible, with edge stitches worked in both yarns.
in RC. Repeat to the last stitch, then p1 using
both yarns.

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in
1

Instructions
2

BEAT THE BLUES BY CHRISTINE BOGGIS


1
3

SHAWL
With A, make a slipknot.
Knit into front of stitch but dont slip it off
4

the needle, yfwd, then knit into back of


stitch (3 sts).
5

Row 1: Knit.
2

Set increase pattern


Row 1: K1, yfwd, k to last st, yfwd, k1.
6

Rows 2 and 3: Knit.


These three rows form the increase pattern.
7

Continue in patt until work meas approx


20cm (8in) from tip, ending on a WS row.
3

Cut A and join B.


8

Cont in B in patt until work meas approx


33cm (13in) at its longest point, ending on a
9

WS row.
Cut B and join C.
Cont in C in patt until work meas approx
10

39cm (15in), ending on a WS row.


4

Cut C and join D.


Cont in D in patt until work meas approx
11

51cm (20in), ending on a WS row.


Cut D and join E.
12

Cont in E in patt until work meas approx


65cm (25in), ending on a WS row.
5

Cut E and join D.


13

Cont in D in patt until work meas approx


72cm (28in), ending on a WS row.
14

Cut D and join C.


SIZE Cont in C in patt until work meas approx
Approx 150cm (59in) wide at its widest point 80cm (31in), ending on a WS row.
15

by 110cm (43in) long. Cut C and join B.


6

Cont in B in patt until work meas approx


YOU WILL NEED
16

91cm (35in), ending on a WS row.


Cascade Spuntaneous 100% extra-ne Cut B and join A.
Merino wool (approx 100m per 200g) Cont in A in patt until work meas approx
17

1 skein each in: 97cm (38in), ending on a WS row.


11 Dark Blue (A) Eyelet row
7

12 Denim Heather (B) Next row (RS): K1, (yfwd, k2tog) to last st,
18

13 Blue Shadow (C) yfwd, k1.


14 Sky Heather (D) Note: If you end up with 2 stitches after your
19

15 Blue Coral (E) last k2tog, work as folls: K1, yfwd, k1.
1 x 10mm circular knitting needle Cast off.
100cm long
20

Note: Yarn amounts given are based on TO FINISH


8

average requirements and are approximate. Weave in ends.


21

TENSION
8 sts and 14 rows to 10cm over g st.
22

Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to


obtain correct tension.
23
9

PATTERN NOTES
Take care to always change colour on a
24

RS row. This simple pattern can easily be


adjusted in a number of different ways.
To make a smaller shawlette, simply skip to
25

the eyelet row when you have reached the


10

desired size. To make a wider, shorter shawl,


26

work rows 1 and 2 of the pattern only and


leave out row 3.
27

ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89


28
11
29

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in
1
Instructions

2
ZIGZAG CARDIGAN BY BRONAGH MISKELLY

1
3
ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 Next row: K27[27:29:30:32:33:33:33] picking
up and working wraps with sts.
BODY Place sts on a holder or scrap yarn.

4
Using A and 3.75mm needle cast on Right Front
255[269:283:297:311:325:339:353] sts. With WS facing rejoin yarn to

5
Knit 2 rows in g st. 55[57:60:62:65:68:70:72] sts for Right Front

2
Row 3: K2, (yo, k5, sk2po, k5, yo, k1), to last and p to end.
st, k1. Next row: K2, ssk, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2.

6
Row 4: Purl. 53[55:58:60:63:66:68:70] sts.
Rep rows 3 and 4 working stripes as folls: Dec as set at each end of foll 2[3:3:3:4:5:6:8]

7
10[14:14:14:14:14:14:14] more rows in A, 8B, RS rows.
8A, 4B, 4A. Cont to dec as set at neck edge only on

3
Change to 3.5mm needles and cont in patt every RS row to 31[32:35:38:41:42:43:43]

8
working stripes as folls: 4A, 4B, 8A, 4B, 4A, sts and then on every 4th row to
4B, 4A, 4B, 4A, 2B, 4A, 2B, 2A, 2B, 2A, 2B. 27[27:29:30:32:33:33:33] sts.

9
Change to 3.25mm needles and cont in patt Cont straight in st st until armhole matches
working stripes as folls: 4A, 2B, 4A. Left Front to shoulder shaping ending with
Cont in A only. a WS row.

10
Next row: K7, (sk2po, k11) to last 10 sts, Shape shoulders

4
sk2po, k7. Next row: K18[18:19:20:21:22:22:22], wrap
219[231:243:255:267:279:291:303] sts. and turn.

11
Next row: P55[58:61:64:67:70:73:76], pm, Next row: Purl.
p109[115:121:127:133:139:145:151], pm, p to Next row: K9[9:10:10:11:11:11:11], wrap and

12
end. turn.
Work 12[10:10:8:8:8:8:8] rows in st st, slipping Next row: P27[27:29:30:32:33:33:33] picking

5
markers. up and working wraps with sts.

13
Next row (inc): (K to 1 st before m, m1, k2, Place sts on a holder or scrap yarn.
m1) twice, k to end. Back

14
223[235:247:259:271:283:295:307] sts. With WS facing rejoin yarn to 109[113:119:123:
SIZES Cont in st st and inc as set on foll two 129:135:139:143] sts for Back and p to end.
To t: UK size 8[10:12:14:16:18:20:22] 12th[12th:12th:12th:12th:12th:10th:10th] rows. Next row: K2, ssk, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2.

15
81[86:91:97:102:107:112:117]cm 231[243:255:267:279:291:303:315] sts. 53[55:58:60:63:66:68:70] sts.

6
(32[34:36:38:40:42:44:46]in) Cont in st st until Body meas Dec as set at each end of foll 2[3:3:3:4:5:6:8]
Actual measurement:

16
48[49:49:48:48:48:47:47]cm RS rows. 103[105:111:115:119:123:125:125] sts.
92.5[97:102:107:111.5:116.5:121:126]cm (19[19:19:19:19:19:18:18]in) ending with Cont straight until Back matches Front to
(36[38:40:42:44:45:47:49]in) a WS row. shoulder shaping, ending with a WS row.

17
Length to shoulder: Split for armholes Next row: K28[28:30:31:33:34:34:34], turn
68[69:70:70:71:72:72:73]cm Next row (RS): K55[57:60:62:65:68:70:72]), and work on these sts only.

7
(26[27:27:27:28:28:28:28]in) cast off 6[8:8:10:10:10:12:14], Next row: P2tog, p17[17:18:19:20:21:21:21],

18
Sleeve length: 42[43:43.5:44:44:45:45:46]cm k109[113:119:123:129:135:139:143], cast off wrap and turn.
(16[17:17:17:17:17:17:18]in) 6[8:8:10:10:10:12:14] sts, k to end. Next row: Knit.

19
Figures in square brackets refer to larger Left Front Next row: P9[9:10:10:11:11:11:11], wrap and
sizes: where there is only one set of gures Cont on 55[57:60:62:65:68:70:72] sts for Left turn.
this applies to all sizes. Front only place Right Front and Back sts Next row: K27[27:29:30:32:33:33:33] picking

20
on holders. up and working wraps with sts.

8
YOU WILL NEED Next row: Purl. Place sts on a holder or scrap yarn.

21
Yarn Stories Fine Merino 4 ply Next row: K2, ssk, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2. Rejoin yarn to rem back sts with RS facing,
100% Merino (approx 178m per 50g) 53[55:58:60:63:66:68:70] sts. cast off 47[49:51:53:53:55:57:57] sts, k to end.
7[7:7:8:8:9:9:9] x 50g balls French Navy (A) Dec as set at each end of foll 2[3:3:3:4:5:6:8] Next row: Purl.
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2 x 50g balls Dove (B) RS rows. 49[49:52:54:55:56:46:54] sts. Next row: K2tog, p17[17:18:19:20:21:21:21],
3mm, 3.25mm, 3.5mm and 3.75mm Dec as set on neck edge only every RS row wrap and turn.
Next row: Purl.
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circular needles to 31[32:35:38:41:42:43:43] sts, then on every


Stitch holders foll 4th row to 27[27:29:30:32:33:33:33] sts. Next row: K9[9:10:10:11:11:11:11], wrap and
2 stitch markers Cont straight in st st until armhole turn.
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4 buttons meas 18.5[19.5:20.5:21:22:23:24:25]cm Next row: P27[27:29: 30:32:33:33:33] picking


Row counter (7[7:8:8:8:9:9:9]in) ending with a up and working wraps with sts.
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on WS row. Place sts on a holder or scrap yarn.
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average requirements and are approximate. Shape shoulders


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Next row: Knit. SLEEVES


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TENSION Next row: P18[18:19:20:21:22:22:22], wrap With 3.25mm needle and A, cast on
25 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over st st using and turn. 59[59:59:59:73:73:73:73] sts.
3.25mm needles. Next row: Knit. Knit 2 rows in g st.
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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to Next row: P9[9:10:10:11:11:11:11], wrap Row 3: K2, (yo, k5, sk2po, k5, yo, k1), to last
obtain correct tension. and turn. st, k1.

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Instructions
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Row 4: Purl. EDGING


1

Cont in patt as set working stripes as folls: Gently steam pieces into shape.
3

4 more rows in A, 2B, 4A, 2B, 2A, 2B, 4A, Return left shoulder sts from Front and Back
2B, 2A. to a needle each. With right sides together,
Cont in A only. join shoulder seam using three needle cast
4

Next row: K7, (sk2po, k11) to last 10 sts, off. Rep for right shoulder.
sk2po, k7. 63[63:63:63:63:75:75:75] sts. With RS facing, 3mm needle and A, pick
5

Cont in st st, beg with a purl row for up and k89[92:92:92:92:92:92:92] sts up
2

5[3:3:3:5:5:5:5] rows. edge of striped section, pm, pick up and


Next row: K1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1. k37[36:36:35:35:35:32:32] sts up remaining
6

Inc as set on every foll straight edge of Right Front, pm, pick
16th[16th:14th:12th:10th:20th:16th:12th] row up and k54[55:59:61:63:66:69:71] up Right
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to 75[79:81:83:85:87:91:95] sts. Front slope, 4 sts down right Back neck,


Work straight until Sleeve meas 47[49:51:53:53:55:57:57] sts across Back, 4 sts
3

42[43:43.5:44:44:45:45:46]cm up left Back neck, 54[55:59:61:63:66:69:71]


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(16[17:17:17:17:17:17:18]in). down Left Front slope,


Shape Sleeve top 126[128:128:127:127:127:124:124] sts down Left
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Cast off 3[4:4:5:5:5:6:7] sts at beg of next 2 Front to match Right Front.
rows. 69[71:73:73:75:77:79:81] sts. 415[423:433:437:441:449:451:455] sts.
Next row: K1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Row 1: K to end, slipping markers.
10

67[69:71:71:73:75:77:79] sts. Row 2: K to m, remove m, k1[1:1:0:0:0:0:0],


4

Dec as set on every foll 4th row to (yo, ssk, k9[9:9:9:9:9:8:8]) three times,
65[65:65:65:65:63:65:63] sts and then on k1[0:0:0:0:0:0:0], remove m, k to end.
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every RS row to 37[35:35:37:35:37:35:41] sts. Rows 3 and 4: Knit.


Dec as set on every row to Cast off.
12

23[21:21:19:21:23:25:27] sts.
Cast off 2 sts at beg of next two rows. TO FINISH
5

Cast off rem 19[17:17:15:17:17:21:23] sts. Weave in ends.


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Join side and Sleeve seams, sew in Sleeves.


Attach buttons.
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Measurements are given in cm


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Instructions
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NINA BY ALISON ROBSON


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3

Row 2 (WS): (P1, k1) to last st, p1. on row 75 and every foll 4th row until there
These 2 rows form rib, cont until work meas are 28[38:50] sts.
5cm (2in). Cont until Front matches Back, ending at
4

Change to 5.5mm needles. outside (shoulder) edge.


Beg with a k row, cont in st st as folls: Cast off 14[19:25] sts at beg of next row and
5

Rows 1-8: Work in A. foll alt row.


2

Rows 9-20: Work in B.


Rows 21-24: Work in C. POCKET BACK
6

Rows 25-36: Work in D. Using 5.5mm needles and D, cast on 17 sts.


Rows 37-48: Work in E. Work 18 rows in st st.
7

Rows 49-50: Work in C. Leave sts on holder until required.


Rows 51-62: Work in A.
3

Rows 63-70: Work in B. RIGHT FRONT


8

Shape armhole Work as for Left Front, reversing shaping


Cont in B, cast off 6 sts at beg of next 2 (note cast off for armhole on row 72) and
9

rows. 89[113:137] sts. insert Pocket as folls on row 31:


Rows 73-74: Work in B. Pocket Row (Row 31): K15[21:27], sl next
Rows 75-86: Work in D. 17 sts on to a holder, k17 from Pocket Back,
10

Rows 87-98: Work in E. k15[21:27].


4

Cont in F only until work meas 26[27:28] On completion of Right Front, using 5mm
cm (10[10:11]in) from Sleeve shaping. needles and D, pick up 17 sts from st holder
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(122[124:126] rows total). and work 6 rows in single rib.


Shape shoulder Cast off in rib.
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Cast off 14[19:25] sts at beg of next 4 rows.


SIZES 33[37:37] sts. SLEEVES
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To t: UK size 8-12[14-18:20-24] Cast off. Using 5mm needles and A, cast on


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81-89[96-106:112-122]cm (32-36[38-42:44-48] 47[51:55] sts.


in) LEFT FRONT Work in single rib as for Back for 4cm (1in)
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Actual measurement: 128[158:188]cm Using 5mm needles and A, cast on ending with a RS row.
(52[62:74]in) 47[57:69] sts and work in rib as for Back for Next row (WS): Rib 3, (m1, rib 4) to end.
Length: 66[67:68]cm (26[26:27]in) 5cm (2in). 57[63:68] sts.
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Sleeve length: 45cm (18in) Change to 5.5mm needles. Change to 5.5mm needles and work in st st.
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Figures in square brackets refer to larger Work 70 rows in st st in stripe pattern as Work in st st and stripe patt as folls, at the
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sizes: where there is only one set of gures given for Back. same time inc 1 st at each end of 5th and
this applies to all sizes. Shape armhole every foll 4th row to 89[91:94] sts and then
Row 71: Cast off 6 sts, patt to end. 41[51:63] cont without shaping until Sleeve meas
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YOU WILL NEED sts. 45cm (17in), then cast off. 80 rows total will
Lang Mohair Trend 70% mohair, 30% silk Cont in stripe patt, dec 1 st at inside edge have been worked.
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(approx 75m per 25g)


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4[4:5] x 25g balls 53 Dark Grey (A)


4[5:5] x 25g balls 10 Deep Blue (B)
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1[1:2] x 25g balls 88 Teal (C)


3[4:4] x 25g balls 33 Ice Blue (D)
3[3:4] x 25g balls 03 Pale Grey (E)
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5[6:6] x 25g balls 01 Ivory (F)


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1 pair each 5mm and 5.5mm needles


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Stitch holders
5 buttons
Row counter
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Note: Yarn amounts given are based on


average requirements and are approximate.
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9

TENSION
16 sts and 23 rows to 10cm over st st using
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5.5mm needles.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
obtain correct tension.
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ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89


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BACK
Using 5mm needles and A cast on
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101[125:149] sts.
Row 1 (RS): (K1, p1) to last st, k1. Measurements are given in cm
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Instructions

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Rows 1-8: Work in A. CABLE EDGE

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Rows 9-20: Work in B. GARTER STITCH SHAWL

3
Rows 21-24: Work in C.
Rows 25-36: Work in D. BY STYLECRAFT
Rows 37-48: Work in E.

4
Rows 49-50: Work in C.
Rows 51-62: Work in B.

5
Cont in F only to end of row 80.

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Cast off in F.

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BUTTONHOLE BAND
Using 5mm needles and F, cast on 11 sts.

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Work 4 rows in single rib as for Back.
*Buttonhole row 1: Rib 4, cast off 3 sts, rib

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to end.

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Buttonhole row 2: Rib 4, cast on 3 sts, rib
to end.

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Rib 16 rows.*
Repeat from * to * 3 more times, then work 2
buttonhole rows again.

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Cont in rib until band ts to centre back

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when slightly stretched.

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BUTTON BAND
Work as for Buttonhole Band, omitting

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buttonholes.

5
TO FINISH

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Press very gently on WS using a steam iron. SIZE
Catch down Pocket Back and Pocket tops. Actual measurement along cast-on and

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Join shoulder seam. Insert Sleeve top into perpendicular edges: 112 x 71cm (44 x 28in)
right angle formed by Sleeve shaping and
sew with a back st. Sew in at, do not curve. YOU WILL NEED

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Join Sleeve and side seams. Attach front Stylecraft Head Over Heels

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Bands, joining at centre back neck. Sew 75% superwash wool, 25% nylon

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on buttons. (approx 400m per 100g)
1 x 100g ball 3103 Eiger
1 pair 4mm needles

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Cable needle
Row counter

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Note: Yarn amounts given are based on

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average requirements and are approximate.

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TENSION
24 sts and 44 rows to 10cm over patt using
4mm needles.

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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to

8
obtain correct tension.

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ABBREVIATIONS
C4F = slip next 2 sts on to cable needle and
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hold at front, k2, then k2 from cable needle
For more abbreviations see page 89
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9

SHAWL
Using 4mm needles, cast on 6 sts.
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Row 1 (RS): K2, yfwd, k4 (7 sts).


Row 2: P4, k3.
Row 3: K2, yfwd, k5 (8 sts).
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Row 4: P4, k4.


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Row 5: K2, yfwd, k2tog, C4F (8 sts).


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Row 6: P4, k4.


Row 7: K2, yfwd, k6 (9 sts).
Row 8: P4, k5.
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Row 9: K2, yfwd, k7 (10 sts).


Row 10: P4, k6.

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Instructions
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Row 11: K2, yfwd, k2, k2tog, C4F (10 sts). DIAGON VALLEY BY
1

Row 12: P4, k6. BOADICEA BINNERTS


3

Cont to inc this way on every RS row, taking


extra sts into g st and dec every foll 6th
(cable) row as set by row 11, to 170 sts,
4

ending with a RS row facing for conventional


cast off and WS row facing for cable cast off.
5

Cast off on RS row knitwise or work a cable


2

cast off (as shown here) as folls:


Cont to cable every foll 6th row.
6

Next row (WS): P4, k3tog, turn.


Next row: K1, patt 4.
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Cont to rep these 2 rows until 5 sts rem.


Cast off.
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TO FINISH
Sew in all ends and pin out your shawl cover
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with a damp cloth and leave to dry.


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SIZES
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To t: UK size 8-10[12-14:16-18:20-22]
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81-86[91-97:102-107:112-117]cm
(32-34[36-38:40-42:44-46]in)
Actual measurement: 120[130:140:150]cm
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(47[51:55:59]in)
Length to shoulder: 75[85:85:90]cm
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(29[33:33:35]in)
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Sleeve length: 45cm (17in)


Measurements are given in cm Figures in square brackets refer to larger
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sizes: where there is only one set of gures


this applies to all sizes.
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YOU WILL NEED


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De Rerum Natura Cyrano 100% Merino


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wool (approx 150m per 100g ball)


9[10:11:12] x 100g balls Nuit
1 each 5mm and 6mm circular needles (short
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and long)
Stitch holders
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4 x stitch markers
1 x matching lightweight zip 70[75:75:80]cm
(27[29:29:31]in)
24

Row counter
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
average requirements and are approximate.
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10

TENSION
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14 sts and 22 rows to 10cm over st st using


6mm needles.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
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obtain correct tension.


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Instructions

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ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 Right Front Rep last two rows 2 more times.

1
Starting at armhole edge cont as folls: Work across all the sts, knitting the wrapped

3
PATTERN NOTES Next row (WS): P3, knit to end. sts with the wraps.
Garment is designed with 20cm (8in) Next row: Sl1, purl to 5 sts before armhole Leave sts on a st holder*.
positive ease. edge, k5. Left Front

4
The Sleeves are knitted in the round. If you Next row: P7, knit to end. Place the 36[39:43:46] sts for the Left Front
prefer to knit them at add 1 extra st at each Next row: Sl1, purl to 9 sts before armhole on a needle ready to start a WS row and

5
end of the row for the seam. edge, k9. cont in rev st st until work is the same

2
Cont in the same way, reducing the rev st measurement as the end of the rev st st
BODY st section by 2 sts on every row until all the section on the Right Front.

6
Using 5mm circular needle and the long tail Right Front sts are worked in st st. Next row (WS): Sl1, p1, knit to end.
method cast on 154[168:182:196] sts. AT THE SAME TIME when work meas 5cm Next row: Purl to last 4 sts, k4.

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Set-up row (RS): K39[42:46:49] for Right (2in) from start of armhole, inc for shoulder Next row: Sl1, p5, knit to end.
Front, pm, k76[84:90:98] for Back, pm, as folls: Next row: Purl to last 8 sts, k8.

3
k39[42:46:49] for Left Front. Next row (RS inc): Patt until 2 sts before Cont in the same way, reducing the rev st

8
Set Chinese Wave Pattern armhole edge, m1, patt 2. st section by 2 sts on every row until all the
Row 1 (WS): Sl1, k1,*sl1 wyib, k1*, repeat Work another 5cm (2in) and rep inc row once Left Front sts are worked in st st.

9
from * to end. more. 38[41:45:48] sts. AT THE SAME TIME when work meas 5cm
Row 2: Sl1, knit to end. Shape neck (2in) from start of armhole, inc for shoulder
Row 3: Sl1, k2, *sl1 wyib, k1*, repeat from * *When work meas 14[15:16:17]cm as folls:

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to last st, k1. (5[5:6:6]in) from start of armhole, Next row (RS inc): Patt 2, m1, patt to end.

4
Row 4: Sl1, knit to end. shape neck as folls: Work another 5cm (2in) and rep inc row once
Rep rows 1 to 4 until garment measures 5cm Next row (neck edge): Cast off 6[7:8:9] sts, more. 38[41:45:48] sts.

11
(2in), ending on a WS row. work to end. 32[34:37:39] sts. Shape neck and shoulder
Change to 6mm circular needle and cont Work 1 row straight. Work as for Right Front from * to *.

12
as folls: Cont to cast off at neck edge on next and Back
Row 1 (RS): Sl1, knit to end. every foll alt row as folls: 3 sts once, 2 sts Place the 70[78:84:92] sts for the Back on

5
Row 2: Sl1, purl to end. once, 1 st once. 26[28:31:33] sts. a needle ready to start a WS row and cont

13
Cont in st st, working the rst st on every Cont without shaping until work meas in st st and rev st st pattern as set to match
row as sl1, until Body meas 20[22:24:26]cm (8[8:9:10]in) from start each Front at armhole edge.

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25[30:30:35]cm (9[11:11:13]in) from of armhole. AT THE SAME TIME when work meas
cast-on edge, ending on a purl row. Shoulder shaping 5cm (2in) from start of armhole, inc for
Set rev st st section Next row: Work to 6 sts before armhole shoulder in the same way as for each Front.

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Row 1 (RS): Sl1, knit until 3 sts before 2nd edge, wrap and turn. 74[82:88:96] sts.

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marker, p3, sm, p3, knit to end. Next row: Work to end. Shape shoulders
Row 2: Sl1, purl until 5 sts before 1st marker, Next row: Work to 5 sts before wrapped st,

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Cont without shaping until work meas
k5, sm, k5, purl to end. wrap and turn. 20[22:24:26]cm (8[8:9:10]in) from start
Row 3: Sl1, knit until 7 sts before 2nd Next row: Work to end. of armhole.

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marker, p7, sm, p7, knit to end.
Row 4: Sl1, purl until 9 sts before 1st marker,

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k9, sm, k9, purl to end.

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Measurements are given in cm
Cont in the same way, expanding the rev st
st section by 2 sts at each end until all of the

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Left Front is worked in purl, ending on a
RS row.
Next row (WS): Sl1, knit to rst marker, sm,

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knit until 2 sts after rev st st section, purl to

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second marker, sm, purl to last 2 sts, k2.

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Next row: Sl1, p3, knit to marker, sm, knit to
2 sts before rev st st section, purl to marker,
sm, purl to end.
22
Cont in the same way, expanding the rev st
st section by 2 sts on the Right Front and
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Back until all the Body sts are worked in


rev st st.
Continue in rev st st until Body meas
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55[60:60:65]cm (21[23:23:25]in),
ending on a WS row.
Shape armholes
25

Next row (RS): Sl1, purl until 3 sts before 1st


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marker, cast off 6 sts, purl until 3 sts before


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2nd marker, cast off 6 sts, purl to end.


Place the last two sets of sts worked (Left
Front and Back) on spare needles and return
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to the rst set of 36[39:43:46] sts.


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Instructions
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Shoulder shaping times, ssk. 65[71:73:75] sts.


1

Next row: Work to 6 sts before armhole Rep the dec round on every 8th row
3

edge, wrap and turn. 4 more times, decreasing after each marker.
Next row: Work to 6 sts before armhole 45[51:53:55] sts.
edge, wrap and turn. When Sleeve measures 45cm (17in), cont
4

Next row: Work to 5 sts before wrapped st, as folls:


wrap and turn. Next rnd: K2, m1, work to end of round.
5

Next row: Work to 5 sts before wrapped st, 46[52:54:56] sts.


2

wrap and turn. Armhole shaping


Rep last two rows 2 more times. Cast off 3 sts at end of next round and beg
6

Work across all the sts, knitting the wrapped of foll round. 40[46:48:50] sts.
sts with the wraps. Shape Sleeve cap
7

Leave sts on a st holder. Working backwards and forwards in rows,


Placing Right Front and Back with right sides cast off 2 sts at beg of every row until all the
3

together cast off the shoulder sts using the sts have been cast off.
8

3 needle cast-off method.


Cast off the shoulder sts for Left Front and LEFT SLEEVE
9

Back in the same way, leaving the central sts Work as for Right Sleeve, but start the rev
on a holder for the neck. st st pattern immediately after the rst inc
round as folls:
10

RIGHT SLEEVE Rnd 2: Knit to last 11[13:15:17] sts of round,


4

Using 5mm straight needle, cast on purl to end of round.


40[46:48:50]sts. Cont to increase the rev st st section with 2
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Join to work in the round and cont as folls: purl sts at each end until the entire Sleeve is
Rnd 1: Knit. worked in purl.
12

Rnd 2: *sl1 wyif, p1*, repeat from * to *. Continue in purl until the Sleeve cap
Rnd 3: Knit. measures 10cm (4in), then start to reduce
5

Rnd 4: *p1, sl1 wyif, *, repeat from * to *. the rev st st section by 2 sts at each end.
13

This forms Chinese Wave Pattern in the Note: Check the rev st st pattern against the
round. Rep rounds 1 to 4 until Sleeve main Body to ensure that it matches.
14

measures 5cm (2in). If necessary start reducing the pattern


Change to 6mm circular needle and cont sooner or later.
as folls:
15

Increase round (RS): K0[2:4:2], pm *m1, NECKBAND


6

k10[11:11:12], pm*, repeat from * to * 3 more With RS of work facing and using 5mm
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times, m1. 5 sts increased. circular needle, pick up and knit the sts
Cont in st st, repeating the increase round around the Right Front neck, from the stitch
on every 6th round 5 more times, working holder for Back neck and down the Left
17

the increases after each marker. 70[76:78:80] Front neck.


sts. Starting with row 1 of Chinese Wave Pattern
7

AT THE SAME TIME when Sleeve meas as for Body, work backwards and forwards in
18

35cm (13in) work rev st st patt as folls: rows for 4cm (1in).
Rnd 1: Knit to rst marker, sm, p3, knit Cast off.
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to end.
Note: The rev st st patt will cross over the FRONT BANDS
start of the rounds. With RS of work facing and using 5mm
20

Rnd 2: Knit to 2 sts before the purl sts on circular needle, pick up and knit sts along
8

previous round, p2, sm, p5, knit to end. Right Front edge and edge of Neckband.
21

Cont to work 2 purl sts either side of rev Starting with row 1 of Chinese Wave Pattern
st st section until the purl section equals as for Body, work backwards and forwards in
two-thirds of the width of the Sleeve, then rows for 2cm (in).
22

start reducing the rev st st section by 2 Cast off.


sts on each side as before. AT THE SAME
TO FINISH
23
9

TIME after the nal inc round has been


completed, work short row shaping as folls: Darn in ends.
Next row: Patt to middle of Sleeve, pm, patt Soak and block lightly.
24

4 sts, wrap and turn. Set Sleeves into armholes.


Next row: Patt to 4 sts after marker, wrap Join zip to Fronts using the crochet
and turn. method. For an online tutorial, see
25

Next row: Patt to 2 sts after wrapped st, Zippers in Knitwear, the No-sewing Way at
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wrap and turn. techknitting.blogspot.com.


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Rep last row until you have reached the end


of the row on each side.
Work 8 rounds without shaping.
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Next rnd (dec): K3[4:1:3], pm, *ssk,


k11[12:13:13], pm*, repeat from * to * 4 more
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SHELLEY BY NATALIE SMART

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ABBREVIATIONS mb, k2, yo, k1, (p2tog, k1) twice; rep from *
mb = (k1, p1, k1, p1, k1) all in next st, turn, to end.
p5tog, turn, slip st back to right hand needle Row 10: *(P1, k1) twice, p1, k9, p1, (k1, p1)

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For more abbreviations see page 89 twice; rep from * to end.
Row 11: K1, *(p1, k1) twice, yo, k2, (mb, k1)

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TIPS twice, mb, k2, yo, k1, (p1, k1) twice; rep from

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Pattern count varies over rows so correct st * to end.
count is on row 1 of pattern. Row 12: *(P1, k1) twice, p1, k11, (p1, k1) twice;

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When working any shaping, make sure you rep from * to last st, p1.
work the increases/decreases in pattern. Row 13: K1, *(k2tog) twice, yo, k11, yo, k1,

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Do not work an increase (yo, yrn) where a (k2tog twice); rep from * to end.
decrease (ie armhole shaping) is required. Row 14: *P3, k13, p2; rep from * to last st, p1.

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Keep a note of how many rows you have Row 15: Knit.

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worked on the Back from end of armhole Row 16: Knit.
shaping. This will help when knitting Row 17: K1, *yo, k1, (p3, k1) 4 times, yo, k1;

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the Front. rep from * to end.
To help get an even spread of stitches when Row 18: K2, *(p1, k3), rep from * to last 3 sts,
picking up for the border, pick up every 4sts p1, k2.

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then miss a st. Row 19: K1, *k1, yo, k1 (p2tog, p1, k1)

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4 times, yo, k2; rep from * to end.
FAN AND BOBBLE PATTERN Row 20: *K3, (p1, k2) 4 times, p1, k2; rep

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Starting with 18 + 1 sts from * to last st, k1.
Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 21: K1, *k2, yo, k1 (p2, k1) 4 times, yo,

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Row 2: Knit. k2, mb; rep from * to end, do not work mb at
Row 3: K1, *(p3, k1) twice, yo, k1, yo, k1, end of last rep but work k1.

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(p3, k1) twice; rep from * to end. Row 22: *K4, (p1, k2) 4 times, p1, k3; rep

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Row 4: *(P1, k3); rep from * to last st, p1. from * to last st, k1.
SIZES Row 5: K1, *(p2tog, p1, k1) twice, yo, k3, yo, Row 23: K1, *mb, k2, yo, k1, (p2tog, k1)

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To t: UK 8-10[12-14:16-18:20-22] k1, (p2tog, p1, k1) twice; rep from * to end. 4 times, yo, k2, mb, k1; rep from * to end.
81-86[91-97:102-107:112-117]cm Row 6: *(P1, k2) twice, p1, k5, (p1, k2) twice; Row 24: *K5, (p1, k1) 4 times, p1, k4; rep from
(32-34[36-38:40-42:44-46]in) rep from * to last st, p1. * to last st, k1.

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Actual measurement: 80[94:100:108]cm Row 7: K1 *(p2, k1) twice, yo, k2, mb, k2, yo, Row 25: K1 *k1, mb, k2, yo, k1, (p1, k1)

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(31[37:39:42]in) k1, (p2, k1) twice; rep from * to end. 4 times, yo, k2, mb, k1, mb; rep from * to
Length to shoulder (knee length): Row 8: *(P1, k2) twice, p1, k7, (p1, k2) twice;

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end. At the end of last rep, k1 instead of
101[102:103:104]cm (39[40:40:41]in) rep from * to last st, p1. working mb.
Length to shoulder (maxi length): Row 9: K1, *(p2tog, k1) twice, yo, k2, mb, k1, Row 26: *K6, (p1, k1) 4 times, p1, k5; rep

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133[134:135:136]cm (52[52:53:53]in)
Sleeve length: 46cm (18in)

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Figures in square brackets refer to larger

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sizes: where there is only one set of gures
this applies to all sizes.

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YOU WILL NEED
Yarn Stories Fine Merino & Baby Alpaca

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Aran 70% wool, 30% alpaca

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(approx 95m per 50g)

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Knee length:
17[18:19:20] x 50g balls Duck Egg 2507
Maxi length:
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22[23:24:25] x 50g balls Duck Egg 2507
1 pair each 5.5mm, 5mm and 4.5mm needles
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1 circular 4.5mm needle 200cm long


Stitch holders
Row counter
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Note: Yarn amounts given are based on


average requirements and are approximate.
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TENSION
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18 sts and 24 rows to 10cm over st st using


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5mm needles.
21 sts and 21 rows to 10cm over patt using
5mm needles.
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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to


obtain correct tension.
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LEFT FRONT
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Work as for Right Front, reversing


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all shaping.

SLEEVES
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Using 5mm needles, cast on 55 sts and work


Measurements are given in cm in patt for 28 rows.
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Next row (RS): Knit.


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Work in 1x1 rib until rib section meas Sizes 1 and 2 only
6cm (2.5in). Next row: K1, (k8, kfb) to end (61 sts).
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Change to 5mm needles. Change to 4.5mm needles.


Next row: K to last st, inc in last st. Work in 1x1 rib patt as for Body inc 1 st at
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163[181:199:217] sts. each end of 5th row then 10 foll 6th rows
Work in patt until Body meas 20cm (8in) from (83 sts).
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end of rib ending on row 28 (WS) of patt. Inc 1 st at each end of foll 8th row once
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Divide for Front and Back (85 sts).


Place rst 41[45:49:54] sts and last Sizes 3 and 4 only
Next row: K4, (k3, kfb) to last 3 sts, k3
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41[45:49:54] sts on to 2 stitch holders (these


are the Fronts) and rejoin yarn to centre (67 sts).
81[91:101:109] sts for Back. Change to 4.5mm needle and work in 1x1 rib
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patt as for Body, inc 1 st at each end of 3rd


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BACK row and then four foll 4th rows (77 sts).
Shape armhole Inc 1 st at each end of nine foll 6th rows
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Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 2 rows. (95 sts).


77[87:97:105]sts. All sizes
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Next row: Keeping patt correct, dec 1 st Work straight until Sleeve meas 46cm (18in).
at each end of next and every alt row to Shape top
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69[73:83:87] sts. Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 2 rows.


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Work straight until armhole meas 81[81:91:91] sts.


20[21:22:23]cm (8[8:8:9]in) ending on a Dec 1 st at each end of every row to
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WS row. 57[57:63:63] sts.


Shape shoulders Dec 1 st at each end of every alt row to
Next 2 rows: Patt to last 5[5:6:6] sts, w&t, 43[43:47:47] sts.
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patt to end. Dec 1 st at each end of every row to 19 sts


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Next 2 rows: Patt to last 11[11:13:13] sts, w&t, ending on a WS row.


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patt to end. Cast off.


Next 2 rows: Patt to last 17[17:20:20] sts,
w&t, patt to end. FRONT BORDER AND NECKBAND
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Using short row shaping, work in sequences Press pieces lightly according to ball band
of 6[6:7:7] sts over 18[18:21:21] sts and place and darn in loose yarn ends. Join shoulder
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these sts on to a holder along with centre seams using 3 needle cast off.
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33[37:41:45] sts. Knee length version


Place end 18[18:21:21] sts on to LH needle. With RS facing using 4.5mm circular needle,
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Rejoin yarn at neck edge and work second starting at bottom Right Front, pick up and
from * to last st, k1. side short row shaping to match the rst. k132 sts evenly up front edge, k33[37:41:45]
Row 27: K1, *k5, yo, k1 (k2tog) 4 times, yo, Place 18[18:21:21] sts on a holder. sts on holder for Back neck, k132 sts down
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k6; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Left Front. 297[301:305:309] sts.
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Row 28: *K7, p5, k6; rep from * to last st, k1. RIGHT FRONT Work in g st for 6 rows, cast off knitwise.
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These 28 rows form pattern and are With RS facing, place 41[45:49:54] sts for Maxi length version:
repeated. Right Front on to LH needle and rejoin yarn With RS facing using 4.5mm circular needle,
to front edge. starting at bottom Right Front, pick up and
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BODY Shape armhole k218 sts evenly up front edge, k33[37:41:45]


(worked in one piece to armhole) Next row (RS): Patt to end. sts on holder for Back neck, k218 sts down
Next row (WS): Cast off 2 sts at beg of row,
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Using 5.5mm needles cast on Left Front. 469[473:477:481] sts.


163[181:199:217] sts. patt to end. 39[43:47:52] sts. Work in g st for 6 rows, cast off knitwise.
For knee length version: Dec 1 st at armhole edge on next and every
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Work in patt until Body meas 55cm (21in) alt row to 35[36:40:43] sts. TO FINISH
ending on row 2 of patt. Work straight until armhole meas 10cm (4in). Pin and sew Sleeve heads in place along
For maxi length version: Shape neck armhole. Join side and Sleeve seams.
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Work in patt until Body meas 87cm (34in) Dec 1 st at neck edge on every row 6[7:8:10]
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ending on row 2 of patt. times then every alt row 11[11:11:12] times.
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Lengthen or shorten here. 18[18:21:21] sts.


Change to 4.5mm needles. Work straight until armhole meas 20[21:22:23]
Row 1: (K1, p1) to last 3 sts, k1, k2tog. cm (8[8:8:9]in) ending on a RS row.
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162[180:198:216] sts. Shape shoulders


Row 2: (K1, p1) to end. Use short row shaping as for Back.
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AEOLICA BY LINDA LENCOVIC

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Change to larger needle.
Rnds 6 and 8: *p1, sl1 pwise wyib, p1, yo
pass the sl st over the p1 and yo, p1, k2; rep

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from * to end.
Rep rnds 1-8 in larger needle until hat

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meas 15 cm (6 in), ending with an even-

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numbered rnd.
Crown shaping

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Rnd 1: K1, ssk, work 8 sts in patt, * k2tog,
ssk, work 8 sts in patt; rep from * to last st.

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Slip st to right hand needle and remove
marker. Slip st back to left hand needle and

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k2tog, replace marker for beginning of rnd

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(50 sts remain).
Rnd 2: *K1, sl1 pwise wyib, p1, yo pass the

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sl st over the p1 and yo, p1, k2, p1, sl1 pwise
wyib, p1, yo pass the sl st over the p1 and
yo, k1; rep from * to end.

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Rnd 3: K1, ssk, work 6 sts in patt, * k2tog,

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ssk, work 8 sts in patt; rep from * to last st.
Slip st to right hand needle and remove

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marker. Slip st back to left hand needle and
k2tog, and replace marker for beginning of

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rnd (40 sts remain).
Rnd 4: K2, *p1, k2, p1, k4; rep from * to last 5

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sts, p1, k2, p1, k1.

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Rnd 5: K1, ssk, work 4 sts in pattern, * k2tog,
SIZE ssk, work 4 sts in pattern; rep from * to last

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Circumference at brim: 54.5cm (21in) st. Slip st to right hand needle and remove
Height brim to crown: 24cm (9in) marker. Slip st back to left hand needle and
k2tog, and replace marker for beginning of

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YOU WILL NEED rnd (30 sts remain).

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Kettle Yarn Co Waltham Super British Rnd 6: K1, *p1, k2; rep from * to last st, p1.
Bluefaced Leicester 100% supersorted Rnd 7: K1, ssk, work 2 sts in patt, * k2tog,

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British Bluefaced Leicester wool ssk, work 2 sts in patt; rep from * to last st.
(50m per 100g) Slip st to right hand needle and remove

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4 x 100g hanks in Tulle marker. Slip st back to left hand needle and
7.5mm circular needle 40cm long k2tog, and replace marker for beginning of

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8mm circular needle 40cm long rnd (20 sts remain).

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OR 7.5mm and 8mm sets of double-pointed Rnd 8: K to end.
needles Rnd 9: K1, ssk, *k2tog, ssk; rep from * to last

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Stitch markers st. Slip st to right hand needle and remove
Darning needle marker. Slip st back to left hand needle and
k2tog, and replace marker for beginning of

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TENSION rnd (10 sts remain).

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11 sts and 20 rounds to 10cm in pattern Cut yarn and draw through remaining sts

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after blocking. twice. Pull to close.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
obtain correct tension. TO FINISH 22
Weave in ends. Soak hat in warm soapy
PATTERN NOTE water for at least 20 mins then roll in a
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A thick, warm hat that knits up in no time, towel and squeeze gently to remove water.
Aeolica is worked from the brim upwards in Block over a balloon or other round object,
an easy, rhythmic slip stitch pattern. pulling rmly to even out sts. Remove when
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completely dry and add a pompom


HAT if desired.
Using the long tail method, cast on 60 sts
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with smaller needle. Being careful not to


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twist, pm and join sts to work in rnd.


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Rnd 1 and all odd-numbered rnds: *p1, k2;


rep from * to end.
Rnds 2 and 4: *p1, k2, p1, sl1 pwise wyib, p1,
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yo pass the sl st over the p1 and yo; rep


from * to end.
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SHIRT TAILS BY PAT MENCHINI


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6[7:7:7:8:8] x 100g balls 1818 Stonewash


1 pair each 4.5mm, 5mm and 6mm needles
2 stitch holders
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Row counter
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
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average requirements and are approximate.


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TENSION
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20 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over patt using


5mm needles.
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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to


obtain correct tension.
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ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89

FRONT
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Using 4.5mm needles cast on


58[66:74:82:90:98] sts.
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Knit 1 row.
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Work in g st, shaping side edges as folls:


Row 1 (RS): Kfb, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1.
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60[68:76:84:92:100] sts.
Row 2: Knit.
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Rows 3-20: Rep rows 1-2 nine times.


78[86:94:102:110:118] sts.
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Row 21: As row 1.


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Rows 22-24: Knit.


SIZES Rep rows 21-24 four times.
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To t: UK 6-8[10-12:12-14:14-16:18-20:20-22] 88[96:104:112:120:128] sts.


76-81[84-89:91-97:99-104:107-112:114-119]cm Change to 5mm needles and main patt:
(30-32[33-35:36-38:39-41:42-44:45-47]in) Row 1 (RS): K3, (p2, k2) to last st, k1.
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Actual meas: 89[97:105:113:122:129]cm Row 2: P3, (k2, p2) to last st, p1.
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(35[38[41:44:48:51]in) Rows 3-4: Knit.


Length to shoulder: 60[60:61:61:62:62]cm Row 5: P3, (k2, p2) to last st, p1.
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(23[23:24:24:24:24]in) Row 6: K3, (p2, k2) to last st, k1.


Sleeve length: 34cm (13in) Rows 7-8: Knit.
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Figures in square brackets refer to larger These 8 rows form patt.


sizes: where there is only one set of gures Cont in patt until work meas 53cm (21in)
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this applies to all sizes. from cast-on edge, ending after a WS row.
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Shape neck
YOU WILL NEED Next row: Patt 33[36:39:43:46:49] sts, turn.
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King Cole Fashion Aran 70% acrylic, Cont on this group of sts for left half of neck.
30% wool (approx 200m per 100g) Dec 1 st at neck edge on next 5 rows.
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Measurements are given in cm


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28[31:34:38:41:44] sts. STYLE ICON

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Cont straight until work meas 6[6:7:7:8:8]cm BY PAT MENCHINI

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(2[2:2:2:3:3]in) from beg of neck
shaping, ending at side edge.
Shape shoulders

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Cast off 4[5:5:6:7:7] sts at beg of next row
and 4 foll alt rows. 8[6:9:8:6:9] sts.

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Work 1 row straight.

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Cast off.
With RS facing slip next 22[24:26:26:28:30]

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sts (centre sts) on to a holder and leave.
Rejoin yarn to rem 28[31:34:38:41:44] sts and

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patt to end of row.
Complete as left half.

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BACK
Omitting neck shaping work as Front to

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shoulder shaping, ending after a WS row.
Shape shoulders
Cast off 4[5:5:6:7:7] sts at beg of next 10

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rows. 48[46:54:52:50:58] sts.

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Cast off 8[6:9:8:6:9] sts at beg of next 2 rows.
32[34:36:36:38:40] sts.

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Slip rem sts on to a holder and leave.

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SLEEVES
Using 4.5mm needles cast on

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64[68:72:80:84:88] sts. SIZES

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Work 37 rows in g st. To t: UK 6-8[10-12:14-16:18-20:22-24:26-28]
Change to 5mm needles and work straight 76-81[86-91:97-102:107-112:117-122:127-132]cm

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in patt as given on Front until Sleeve meas (30-32[34-36:38-40:42-44:46-48:50-52]in)
34cm (13in), ending after a WS row. Actual measurement:
Shape top 86[97:107:117:127:137]cm (34[38:42:46:50:54]in)

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Row 1: Work to last 4 sts, turn. Length to back neck excluding

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Row 2: Sl1 rmly, work to last 4 sts, turn. collar approx: 39[41:42:43:45:46]cm
Rows 3-4: Sl1 rmly, work to last 7 sts, turn.

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(15[16:16:17:17:18]in)
Rows 5-6: Sl1 rmly, work to last 10 sts, turn. Sleeve length (adjustable): 23cm (9in)
Rows 7-8: Sl1 rmly, work to last 13 sts, turn. Note: When complete, length of jacket

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Cont in this way until the 2 rows sl1 rmly, from top of shoulder will be approximately
work to last 28 sts, turn have been worked. 6[6:7:7:8:8]cm (2[2:2:2:3:3]in) longer

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Next row: Sl1 rmly, work to end of row. than given because of wide Sleeve top.

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Cast off loosely. Figures in square brackets refer to larger
sizes: where there is only one set of gures

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COLLAR this applies to all sizes.
Join left shoulder.
Using 4.5mm needles, RS facing, YOU WILL NEED

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k32[34:36:36:38:40] sts of Back neck, pick Rico Essentials Alpaca Blend Chunky

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up and k25[25:26:26:28:28] sts from right 50% acrylic, 30% virgin wool, 20% alpaca

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side of neck, k22[24:26:26:28:30] sts of Front (approx 90m per 50g)
neck sts evenly across, nally pick up and 8[8:9:9:10:10] x 50g balls 011 Teal
k25[25:26:26:28:28] sts evenly up right front 1 pair each 4.5mm, 5mm and 6mm needles
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neck. 104[108:114:114:122:126] sts Stitch holder
Knit 4 rows. 1 large button from Duttons for Buttons
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Change to 6mm needles and cont in g st Row counter


until Collar meas 18cm (7in). Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
Cast off loosely and evenly knitwise. average requirements and are approximate.
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TO FINISH TENSION
Join right shoulder and Collar edges. 26 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over garter st
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Stitch cast-off edges of Sleeves to upper using 6mm needles.


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sections of yoke, matching centre of Sleeves Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
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to shoulder seams, and allowing approx obtain correct tension.


55[58:61:66:69:72] rows for armhole drop.
Join side and Sleeve seams, leaving shaped ABBREVIATIONS
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g st sections free at lower Front and Back. yfT = yarn forward twice
For more abbreviations see page 89

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TIP Row 3: K1, skpo, work to end. rows 3-14 of Panel.


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It can be helpful to place a marker at each Rows 4-6: Work 3 rows straight. Rep these 14 rows twice more.
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side of the 15 panel sts when working main Rep last 4 rows 6[4:3:2:1:0] more times, Change to g st on all sts and work straight
Body pieces. ending after row 6. 30[35:40:44:49:53] sts. until Sleeve meas 23cm (9in) from beg,
Next row: K1, skpo, k to end. ending after a WS row and excluding point
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PANEL Next row: Knit. of lace when measuring.


Worked over 15 sts Rep these 2 rows until 15[15:16:16:17:18] sts Note: Length may be adjusted here.
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Note: Where st totals are quoted, these rem, ending after a WS row. Shape raglan
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always refer to the basic 15 sts. Break yarn and slip sts on to a length of yarn. Rows 1 and 2: Cast off 2[3:3:4:4:5] sts, work
Row 1 (RS): YfT, k6, sk2po, k6, yfT. to end. 53[57:61:65:69:71] sts.
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Row 2 and every alt row: Work across 15 BACK Rows 3-6: K1, skpo, work to last 3 sts, k2tog,
sts working once only into each yfT. Cast on 68[76:84:92:100:108] sts and work as k1.
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Row 3: K1, yfT, k5, sk2po, k5, yfT, k1. Right Front to **. Rep last 4 rows 12[11:12:12:13:14] more times,
Row 5: K2, yfT, k4, sk2po, k4, yfT, k2. Work in g st with Panels as folls: ending after row 6. 27[33:35:39:41:41] sts.
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Row 7: K3, yfT, k3, sk2po, k3, yfT, k3. Row 1 (RS): K11[14:17:19:22:25], work row 1 Next row: As row 3.
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Row 9: K4, yfT, k2, sk2po, k2, yfT, k4. of Panel, k16[18:20:24:26:28], work row 1 of Next row: Knit.
Row 11: K5, yfT, k1, sk2po, k1, yfT, k5. Panel, k11[14:17:19:22:25]. Rep these 2 rows until 21[21:23:23:25:27] sts
Row 13: K6, yfT, sk2po, yfT, k6. Row 2: As row 1 but working row 2 of Panel.
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rem.
Row 14: As row 2. Rows 3-14: Rep rows 1-2 six times, working Work 1 row.
rows 3-14 of Panel. Slip sts on to a length of yarn and leave.
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RIGHT FRONT Rep these 14 patt rows twice more, then


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Using 6mm needles cast on rows 1-8 again. FUNNEL NECKBAND


39[43:47:51:55:59] sts evenly, taking special Shape raglan Join raglan shapings.
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care not to cast on tightly. Rows 1 and 2: Cast off 2[3:3:4:4:5] sts, work With WS of all pieces facing, slip sts of Left
Knit 1 row. ** to end. 64[70:78:84:92:98] sts. Front on to a 5mm needle, followed by sts of
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Work in g st with Panel as folls: Row 3: K1, skpo, work to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Left Sleeve, Back, Right Sleeve, then nally
Row 1 (RS): K13[14:15:17:18:19], work 15 sts Rows 4-6: Work straight. sts of Right Front. 92[92:100:100:108:116] sts.
5

from row 1 of Panel, k11[14:17:19:22:25]. Rep last 4 rows 6[4:3:2:1:0] more times, Knit 10 rows in g st.
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Row 2: K11[14:17:19:22:25], work 15 sts from ending after row 6. 50[60:70:78:88:96] sts. Next row (buttonhole row): K5, cast off
row 2 of Panel, k13[14:15:17:18:19]. Next row: As row 3. 3 sts, k to end.
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Rows 3-14: Rep rows 1-2 six times, working Next row: Knit. Next row: K, casting on 3 sts neatly over
rows 3-14 of Panel. Rep these 2 rows until 20[20:22:22:24:26] sts those cast off.
Rep these 14 patt rows twice more, then rem. Knit 10 more rows.
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work rows 1-9 again, nishing at side edge. Work 1 row. Change to 4.5mm needles.
6

Shape raglan Slip sts on to a stitch holder and leave. Knit 8 rows.
Note: Once next 5 rows (rows 10-14 of Panel)
16

Work 2 buttonhole rows again.


have been worked, all sts should be worked in SLEEVES Knit 10 rows.
g st. This also applies to Left Front and Back. Cast on 57[63:67:73:77:81] sts and work as Cast off very loosely.
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Row 1: Cast off 2[3:3:4:4:5] sts, work to end. Right Front to **.
37[40:44:47:51:54] sts. Work in g st with Panel as folls: TO FINISH
7

Row 2: Work to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Row 1 (RS): K21[24:26:29:31:33], work row 1 Join side and Sleeve seams. Fold Neckband
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Rows 3-5: Work 3 rows straight. of Panel, k21[24:26:29:31:33]. in half to WS and hem in position. Neaten
Rep last 4 rows 6[4:3:2:1:0] more times, Row 2: K21[24:26:29:31:33], work row 2 of around buttonhole. Sew on button.
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ending after row 5. 30[35:40:44:49:53] sts. Panel, k to end. Press seams lightly on WS foll ball band
Next row: K to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Rows 3-14: Rep rows 1-2 six times, working instructions.
Next row: Knit.
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Rep these 2 rows until 15[15:16:16:17:18] sts


8

rem, ending after a WS row.


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Break yarn, slip sts on to a length of yarn and


leave.
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LEFT FRONT
Work as Right Front to **.
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9

Work in g st with Panel as folls:


Row 1 (RS): K11[14:17:19:22:25], work 15 sts
from row 1 of Panel, k13[14:15:17:18:19] sts.
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Row 2: K13[14:15:17:18:19], work 15 sts from


row 2 of Panel, k to end.
Rows 3-14: Rep rows 1-2 six times, working
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rows 3-14 of Panel.


10

Rep these 14 rows twice more, then work


26

rows 1-8 again.


Shape raglan
Row 1: Cast off 2[3:3:4:4:5] sts, work to end.
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37[40:44:47:51:54] sts.
Row 2: Work to end. Measurements are given in cm
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OMBRE DENIM BY SIAN BROWN

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BACK
With 3.75mm needles and A, cast on
106[112:118:124:128:134:140:146] sts.

4
Row 1: K2[3:2:3:3:2:3:2], (p2, k2) to last
0[1:0:1:1:0:1:0], k0[1:0:1:1:0:1:0] st.

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Row 2: P2[3:2:3:3:2:3:2], (k2, p2) to last

2
0[1:0:1:1:0:1:0], p0[1:0:1:1:0:1:0] st.
Rep rows 1 and 2 six more times

6
Change to 4mm needles.
Beg with a k row, cont in st st throughout,

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work 30[32:32:32:32:32:32:32] rows.
Work stripe sequence as folls:

3
1 row in B.

8
3 rows in A.
2 rows in B.

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2 rows in A.
3 rows in B.
1 row in A.

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44[46:46:46:46:46:46:46] rows in B.

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Note: Please read all of next section before
continuing:

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Work second stripe sequence as folls:
1 row in C.

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3 rows in B.
2 rows in C.

5
2 rows in B.

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3 rows in C.
SIZES 1 row in B.

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To t: UK 8[10:12:14:16:18:20:22] Cont in C only for rem of Back, AT THE
81[86:91:97:102:107:112:117]cm SAME TIME when 92[92:92:90:90:88:86:84] st
(32[34:36:38:40:42:44:46]in) st rows are complete start raglan shaping:

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Actual measurement: Cast off 3[4:4:5:5:6:6:7] sts at beg of next two

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94[99:105:111:114:120:125:131]cm rows. 100[104:110:114:118:122:128:132] sts.
Next row: K2, ssk, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2.

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(37[39:41:43:45:47:49:51]in)
Length to shoulder: 98[102:108:112:116:120:126:130] sts.
59[60:60.5:60.5:61.5:61.5:62:62.5]cm This row sets position of raglan decs.

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(23[23:23:23:24:24:24:24]in) **Dec as set at each end of next
Sleeve length: 44.5[45:45:46:46.5:46.5:47:47] 20[21:21:22:23:24:24:25] RS rows, then

7
cm (17[17:17:18:18:18:18:18]in) on next 8[8:10:10:10:10:12:12] rows.

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Figures in square brackets refer to larger 42[44:46:48:50:52:54:56] sts.
sizes: where there is only one set of gures Cast off.

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this applies to all sizes.
FRONT
YOU WILL NEED Work as Back to **

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Debbie Bliss Cotton Denim DK 100% Cont with raglan shaping as for Back for

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cotton (approx 200m per 50g) 16[18:20:22:22:24:26:28] rows.

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4[4:5:5:5:5:6:6] x 50g balls New Denim (A) Shape neck
4[4:5:5:5:5:6:6] x 50g balls True Blue (B) Next row: Keeping raglan shaping correct
4[4:5:5:5:5:6:6] x 50g balls Mid Blue (C) cast off centre 16[16:16:16:18:18:18:18] sts,
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1 pair each 3.75mm and 4mm needles work to end.
1 circular 3.75mm needle Next row: Purl.
Next row: Cast off 2 sts, patt to end.
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9

Row counter
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Next row: Purl.
average requirements and are approximate. Next row: Ssk, patt to end.
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Keeping raglan shaping correct, dec 1 st on


TENSION neck edge on RS rows as set 2[4:6:7:6:8:10:12]
22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st using more times and then on every 4th row
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4mm needles. 6[5:4:4:5:4:3:2] times.


10

Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to Complete raglan shaping while working
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obtain correct tension. straight on neck edge.


Cast off rem 2 sts.
ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 Rejoin yarn to left neck, p to end.
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Complete to match right neck, reversing


all shaping.

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SLEEVES Dec as set at each end of every foll 4th row


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With 3.75mm needles and A, cast on 0[0:0:0:0:1:2:1] times, then on every RS row
3

54[56:56:58:58:58:60:60] sts. 21[23:26:27:27:27:26:29] times, and then


Row 1: K2[3:3:2:2:2:3:3], (p2, k2) to last every row 6[4:0:0:0:0:0:0] times.
0[1:1:0:0:0:1:1], k0[1:1:0:0:0:1:1]. Cast off rem 14[14:16:16:16:18:18:18] sts.
4

Row 2: P2[3:3:2:2:2:3:3], (k2, p2) to last


0[1:1:0:0:0:1:1], p0[1:1:0:0:0:1:1]. NECKBAND
5

Rep rows 1 and 2 six more times Join raglan seams. With RS facing, using
2

Change to 4mm needles and st st. 3.75mm circular needle and C, pick up and
Note: read all rem instructions before k40[42:44:46:48:50:52:54] sts across Back,
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continuing: 12[12:14:14:14:16:16:16] sts across Sleeve top,


Inc 1 st at each end of row 9 and every foll 20[21:20:21:23:24:23:24] sts down right Front
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10[10:10:10:10:8:8:6]th row 5[5:5:3:4:5:9:14] neck, 16[16:16:16:18:18:18:18] sts across Front


times and then on every 8[8:8:8:8:6:6:4]th row cast off sts, 20[21:20:21:23:24:23:24] sts up
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5[5:5:8:7:9:4:2] times. left Front neck and 12[12:14:14:14:16:16:16]sts


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76[78:78:82:82:88:88:94] sts. across Sleeve top.


AT SAME TIME work colour changes as folls: 120[124:128:132:140:148:148:152] sts.
Row 1: (P2, k2) to end.
9

Work 48[52:52:56:58:60:64:66] rows in A.


1 row in B Cont in rib until neckband meas 3cm (1in).
3 rows in A Next row: Knit.
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2 rows in B Cont in st st until st st section measures


4

2 rows in A 6cm (2in).


3 rows in B Cast off loosely using a larger needle
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1 row in A if necessary.
44[46:46:46:46:46:46:46] rows in B.
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Work second stripe sequence as folls: TO FINISH


1 row in C. Join side and Sleeve seams, then weave
5

3 rows in B. in ends.
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2 rows in C.
2 rows in B.
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3 rows in C.
1 row in B.
Cont in C and st st for rest of Sleeve AT THE
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SAME TIME when


6

110[112:112:114:116:116:118:118] st st rows are


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complete start raglan shaping as folls:


Cast off 3[4:4:5:5:6:6:7] sts at beg of next two
rows. 70[70:70:72:72:76:76:80] sts.
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Next row: K2, ssk, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2.


68[68:68:70:70:74:74:78] sts.
7

This row sets position of raglan decs.


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19
20
8
21
22
23
9
24
25
10
26
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Measurements are given in cm


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LACY BY SARAH J GREEN

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(3 skipped chs count as rst dc) and in each
ch across (166 dc).
Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any

4
stitch to mark row 1 as RS.
Row 2: Ch1, turn; dc in rst tr, *ch3, work rst

5
leg of cluster, skip next 4tr, work (second leg

2
of cluster, ch3, dc) in next tr; repeat from *
across (33 clusters and 34 dc).

6
Row 3: Ch4, turn; (dtr, ch3, dc) in next
cluster, ch3, work rst leg of cluster, *skip

7
next dc, work (second leg of cluster, ch3, dc)
in next cluster, ch3, work rst leg of cluster;

3
repeat from * across to last dc, work second

8
leg of cluster in last dc (33 clusters and
one dtr).
Row 4: Ch1, turn; dc in rst cluster, ch4, skip

9
next dc, *dc in next cluster, ch4, skip next
dc; repeat from * across to last dtr, dc in last

10
dtr, leave beginning ch-4 unworked (34 dc

4
and 33 ch-4 sps).
Row 5: Ch3 (counts as rst tr), turn; (4tr in

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next ch-4 sp, dc in next sc) across (166 dc).
Rows 6-49: Repeat rows 2 5 eleven times.

12
Bind off.

5
SIZE TO FINISH

13
Finished rectangle measurement: With right sides facing and using diagram as
90 x 62cm (35 x 24in) a guide, sew rectangles together.

14
YOU WILL NEED Diagram
Any DK weight yarn

15
Approx 1,440m (850g) in blue

6
4mm crochet hook

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Yarn needle
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
average requirements and are approximate.

17
TENSION

7
21tr and 9 rows to 11.5cm over pattern.

18
Use larger or smaller hook if necessary to
obtain correct tension.

19
ABBREVIATIONS
ch-sp = chain-space

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dtr = double treble: yo 3 times, insert hook

8
into closest loop to hook, yo, draw loop

21
through, (yo, draw through 2 loops on hook)
four times.
For more abbreviations see page 89 22

CLUSTER
First leg: yo twice, insert hook in same st as
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9

last dc made, yo and pull up a loop (4 loops


on hook), (yo and draw through 2 loops on
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hook) twice (2 loops remaining on hook).


Second leg: yo twice, insert hook in st
indicated, yo and pull up a loop (5 loops
25

on hook), (yo and draw through 2 loops on


10

hook) twice, yo and draw through all 3 loops Pattern from Boho
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on hook. Chic Crochet


Ponchos published
PONCHO RECTANGLE (MAKE 2) by Leisure Arts,
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Ch 168. available from


Row 1 (RS): Tr in fourth ch from hook thegmcgroup.com
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EVERYDAY CARDIGAN BY PAMELA WYNNE


1
3

BACK wrapped st, w&t.


With 3.5mm needles cast on Row 7: Knit.
104[118:130:144:156:170:182] sts. Row 8: P across all shoulder sts, picking up
4

Beg with a k row work in st st until piece wraps as they appear and working them tog
meas 28[26.5:25.5:24:23:21.5:20.5]cm with wrapped st.
5

(11[10:10:9:9:8:8]in), ending with a Leave rem 17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts


2

WS row. on waste yarn.


Shape armholes
6

Cast off 6[7:8:9:10:12:14] sts at beg of next RIGHT FRONT


2 rows. 92[104:114:126:136:146:154] sts. Front slope
7

Next row (RS) (dec): K1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, With 3.5mm needles cast on 3 sts.
k2tog, k1. 90[102:112:124:134:144:152] sts. Purl 1 row.
3

Next row: Purl. Row 1 (RS): K to end, cast on 2[2:3:3:3:4:4]


8

Rep last 2 rows 5[7:8:10:11:12:12] more times. sts. 5[5:6:6:6:7:7] sts.


80[88:96:104:112:120:128] sts. Row 2 (WS): Purl.
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Cont without shaping until armhole Rep rows 1 and 2 a further 4[0:11:4:2:13:12]
meas 18[19:20.5:21.5:23:24:25.5]cm more times. 13[5:39:18:12:59:55] sts.
(7[7:8:8:9:9:10]in), ending with a WS row. Next row (RS): K to end, cast on
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Shape shoulders and back neck 3[3:4:4:4:5:5] sts. 16[8:43:22:16:64:60] sts.


4

Row 1 (RS): K to last 5[5:6:7:7:8:9] sts, w&t. Next row (WS): Purl.
Row 2 (WS): P to last 5[5:6:7:7:8:9] sts, w&t. Rep last 2 rows 10[15:4:11:14:3:5] more times.
11

Row 3: K to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before wrapped 46[53:59:66:72:79:85] sts.


st, w&t. Cont to work in st st, dec at inside/
12

Row 4: P to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before wrapped neck edge on every 8[8:8:8:8:6:6]th row
st, w&t. 17[14:11:5:2:22:18] times, then every
5

Row 5: K8[10:11:12:14:15:16] sts, cast off next -[6:6:6:6:4:4]th row -[4:8:16:20:1:7] times
13

46[48:50:54:56:58:62] sts for Back neck, work working dec row as folls:
to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before wrapped st, w&t. Dec row: K1, ssk, k to end. AT THE
14

Back left shoulder SAME TIME, when side length meas


SIZES Row 6 (WS): Purl. 28[26.5:25.5:24:23:21.5:20.5]cm
To t: Row 7 (RS): K across all shoulder sts, picking (11[10:10:9:9:8:8]in), shape armhole as
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UK 6-8[10-12:14-16:18-20:22-24:26-28:30-32] up wraps as they appear and working them folls, beg with a WS row:
6

76-81[86-91:97-101:107-112:117-122:127- tog with wrapped st. Next row (WS): Cast off 6[7:8:9:10:12:14] sts,
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132:137-142]cm (30-32[34-36:38-40:42-44:46- Leave rem 17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts p to end.


48:50-52:54-56]in) on waste yarn. Next row (RS): Work in patt.
Actual measurement: Back right shoulder Next row (WS dec row): P1, p2tog, p to
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81.5[92:101.5:112.5:122:132.5:142]cm With WS facing, beg at neck edge, reattach end.


(32[36:40:44:48:52:56]in) yarn at Back right shoulder. Rep last 2 rows 5[7:8:10:11:12:12] more times.
7

Back length inc edging: 50cm (19in) Row 6 (WS): P to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before 17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts rem after
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Sleeve length: 45.5cm (18in)


Figures in square brackets refer to larger
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sizes: where there is only one set of gures


this applies to all sizes. Measurements are given in cm
20

YOU WILL NEED


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Juniper Moon Farm Herriot Fine


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75% alpaca, 25% nylon (approx 422m


per 100g)
3[3:3:4:4:4:4] x 100g balls 2018 Monterey Bay
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1 pair 3.5mm needles


1 circular 3.5mm needle 80cm long
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9

Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Row counter
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Note: Yarn amounts given are based on


average requirements and are approximate.
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TENSION
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26 sts and 32 rows to 10cm over st st using


26

3.5mm needles after blocking.


Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
obtain correct tension.
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ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89


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Instructions

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all shaping is complete. SLEEVES

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Cont without shaping until armhole Cuff

3
meas 18[19:20.5:21.5:23:24:25.5]cm With 3.5mm needles cast on
(7[7:8:8:9:9:10]in) to match Back, ending 48[52:56:58:62:66:68].
with a WS row. Knit 39 rows in g st.

4
Shape shoulder Cuff should meas approx 7.5cm (3in) from
Short row 1 (RS): K to last 5[5:6:7:7:8:9] sts, cast-on edge.

5
w&t. Shape Sleeve

2
Short rows 2, 4, 6 (WS): Purl. Beg with a WS row cont in st st, inc on
Short row 3: K to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before every 8[8:8:6:6:6:4]th row 10[4:1:13:11:5:27]

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wrapped st, w&t. times, then on every 6[6:6:4:4:4:2]th row
Short row 5: K to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before 5[13:17:8:11:20:1] times working incs as folls:

7
wrapped st, w&t. Inc row: K1, kfb, k to last 3 sts, kfb, k2.
Row 7: K across all shoulder sts, picking up 78[86:92:100:106:116:124] sts.

3
wraps as they appear and working them tog Cont without shaping until Sleeve meas

8
with the wrapped st. 45.5cm (18in) from cast-on edge.
Leave rem 17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts Shape Sleeve cap

9
on waste yarn. Cast off 6[7:8:9:10:12:14] sts at beg of next 2
rows. 66[72:76:82:86:92:96] sts.
LEFT FRONT Row 1 (RS dec): K1, ssk, k to last 3 sts,

10
Front slope k2tog, k1. 64[70:74:80:84:90:94] sts.

4
With 3.5mm needles cast on 3 sts. Row 2 (WS): Purl.
Knit 1 row. Rep rows 1 and 2 a further

11
Row 1 (WS): P to end, cast on 18[20:21:23:24:26:27] times.
2[2:3:3:3:4:4] sts. 28[30:32:34:36:38:40] sts.

12
Row 2 (RS): Knit. Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
Rep last 2 rows 4[0:11:4:2:13:12] more times. 24[26:28:30:32:34:36] sts.

5
Next row (WS): P to end, cast on Cast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows.

13
3[3:4:4:4:5:5] sts. 16[18:20:22:24:26:28] sts.
Next row (RS): Knit. Cast off.

14
Rep last 2 rows 10[15:4:11:14:3:5] more times.
46[53:59:66:72:79:85] sts. MAKING UP
Cont to work in st st, dec at inside/ Weave in ends and block all pieces to

15
neck edge on every 8[8:8:8:8:6:6]th row measurements given. Trim ends after

6
17[14:11:5:2:22:18] times, then every blocking.

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-[6:6:6:6:4:4]th row -[4:8:16:20:1:7] times, Transfer shoulder sts to needles and join
working dec row as folls: shoulder seam with 3 needle cast off. Sew
Dec row: K to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. AT Sleeves into armholes. Using mattress stitch,

17
THE SAME TIME, when side length sew Sleeve and side seams.
meas 28[26.5:25.5:24:23:21.5:20.5]cm

7
(11[10:10:9:9:8:8]in) shape armhole HEM EDGING

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as folls: With RS facing, beg at bottom left edge,
Next row (RS): Cast off 6[7:8:9:10:12:14] sts, pick up and k1 st in each st along bottom

19
k to end. edge of sweater.
Next row (WS): Patt to end. Knit 10 rows g st.
Next row (RS) (dec): K1, ssk, k to end. Cast off loosely.

20
Rep last 2 rows 5[7:8:10:11:12:12] more times.

8
17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts rem after COLLAR

21
all shaping is complete. With 3.5mm circular needle and RS facing,
Cont without shaping until armhole beg at bottom Right Front edge, pick up and
meas 18[19:20.5:21.5:23:24:25.5]cm k1 st in each garter ridge of hem, 3 sts for
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(7[7:8:8:9:9:10]in) to match Back, ending every 4 rows along Right Front edge, 1 st in
with a RS row. each cast-off Back neck st, 3 sts for every 4
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Shape shoulder
9

rows along Left Front edge, and 1 st in each


Short row 1 (WS): P to last 5 [5:6:7:7:8:9] sts, garter ridge of hem. Turn.
w&t. Knit 3 rows.
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Short rows 2, 4, 6 (RS): Knit. Inc row: K1, kfb, k to last 3 sts, kfb, k2.
Short row 3: P to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before Rep last 4 rows seven more times.
wrapped st, w&t. Cast off.
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Short row 5: P to 4[5:6:6:7:8:8] sts before


10

wrapped st, w&t. TO FINISH


26

Row 7: P across all shoulder sts, picking up Weave in remaining ends. Steam block
wraps as they appear and working them tog seams and collar. Trim ends.
with the wrapped st.
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Leave rem 17[20:23:25:28:31:33] shoulder sts


on waste yarn.
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MABEL BY DEBBIE BLISS


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of work, k2, then k2 from cn k6, p2, k2, C4FP, p2, C4F, rib 46[50:54].
C4F = slip next 2 sts on to cn, hold to front Row 19: Rib 44[48:52], C4BP, k2, C4B, p2, k2,
of work, k2, then k2 from cn p2, C6B, p2, k2, p2, C4F, k2, C4FP,
4

C4BP = slip next 2 sts on to cn, hold at back rib 44[48:52].


of work, k2, then p2 from cn Row 21: Rib 42[46:50], C4B, p2, C4BP, k2,
5

C4FP = slip next 2 sts on to cn, hold to front C4B, p2, k6, p2, C4F, k2, C4FP, p2, C4F,
2

of work, p2, then k2 from cn rib 42[46:50].


C6B = slip next 3 sts on to cn, hold at back Row 23: Rib 40[44:48], C4BP, k2, C4B, p2,
6

of work, k3 then k3 from cn C4BP, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, C4FP, p2, C4F, k2,
For more abbreviations see page 89 C4FP, rib 40[44:48].
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Row 25: Rib 38[42:46], C4B, p2, C4BP, k2,


PATTERN NOTE C4B, p2, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, p2, C4F, k2, C4FP,
3

The sweater is designed to be close tting, p2, rib 38[42:46].


8

but rib will extend, so the stitch tension Row 27: Rib 36[40:44], C4BP, k2, C4B, p2,
given is exible. C4BP, k2, C4B, p2, C6B, p2, C4F, k2, C4FP,
9

p2, C4F, k2, C4FP, rib 36[40:44].


BACK Row 29: Rib 34[38:42], (C4B, p2, C4BP, k2)
With 5mm needles, cast on 126[134:142] sts. twice, p2, k6, p2, (k2, C4FP, p2, C4F) twice,
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Row 1 (RS): K2, (p2, k2) to end. rib 34[38:42].


4

Row 2 (WS): P2, (k2, p2) to end. Row 31: Rib 32[36:40], (C4BP, k2, C4B, p2)
These 2 rows form rib and are repeated twice, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, (p2, C4F, k2, C4FP)
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14[16:18] more times. twice, rib 32[36:40].


Row 1 (RS): Rib 60[64:68], k6, rib 60[64:68]. Row 33: Rib 30[34:38], (C4B, p2, C4BP, k2)
12

Row 2 and every foll WS row: K and p sts twice, C4B, p2, k6, p2, C4F, (k2, C4FP, p2,
as they appear, so row 2 will be rib 60[64:68], C4F)] twice, rib 30[34:38].
5

p6, rib 60[64:68]. Row 35: Rib 28[32:36], (C4BP, k2, C4B, p2)
13

Row 3: Rib 60[64:68], C6B, rib 60[64:68]. twice, C4BP, k2, p2, C6B, p2, k2, C4FP, (p2,
Row 5: As row 3. C4F, k2, C4FP) twice, rib 28[32:36].
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Row 7: As row 3. Row 37: Rib 26[30:34], (C4B, p2, C4BP, k2)
SIZES Row 9: Rib 54[58:62], C4B, p2, k6, p2, C4F, twice, C4B, p2, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, p2, C4F,
To t UK size: 8-10[12-14:16-18] rib 54[58:62]. (k2, C4FP, p2, C4F) twice, rib 26[30:34].
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To t bust: 81-86[91-97:102-107]cm Row 11: Rib 52[56:60], C4BP, k2, p2, C6B, p2, Row 39: Rib 24[28:32], (C4BP, k2, C4B, p2)
6

(32-34[36-38:40-42]in) k2, C4FP, rib 52[56:60]. 3 times, k6, (p2, C4F, k2, C4FP) 3 times, rib
Actual measurement approx: Row 13: Rib 50[54:58], C4B, p2, k2, p2, k6,
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24[28:32].
92[100:107]cm (36[39:42]in) p2, k2, p2, C4F, rib 50[54:58]. Row 41: Rib 22[26:30], (C4B, p2, C4BP, k2)
Length to shoulder: 59[61:62]cm Row 15: Rib 48[52:56], C4BP, k2, C4B, p2, k6, 3 times, p2, k6, p2, (k2, C4FP, p2, C4F)
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(23[24:24]in) p2, C4F, k2, C4FP, rib 48[52:56]. 3 times, rib 22[26:30].
Sleeve length: 46cm (18in) Row 17: Rib 46[50:54], C4B, p2, C4BP, k2, p2, Row 43: Rib 20[24:28], (C4BP, k2, C4B, p2)
7

Figures in square brackets refer to larger


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sizes: where there is only one set of gures


this applies to all sizes.
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Measurements are given in cm


YOU WILL NEED
Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran Tonals 55%
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wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere (approx


8

90m per 50g)


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15[16:17] x 50g balls 07 Peacock


1 pair 5mm needles
1 circular 5mm needle 40cm long
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Stitch holder
Stitch markers
23
9

Cable needle
Row counter
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
24

average requirements and are approximate.

TENSION
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26-27 sts and 25 rows to 10cm over st st


10

using 5mm needles.


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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to


obtain correct tension.
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ABBREVIATIONS
C4B = slip next 2 sts on to cn, hold at back
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3 times, k2, p2, C6B, p2, k2, (p2, C4F, k2, Shape top

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C4FP) 3 times, rib 20[24:28]. Cast off 5 sts at beg of next 2 rows.

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Row 45: Rib 18[22:26], (C4B, p2, C4BP, k2) 84[88:92] sts.
3 times, C4B, p2, k6, p2, C4F, (k2, C4FP, p2, Dec one st at each end of next 9 rows.
C4F) 3 times, rib 18[22:26]. 66[70:74] sts.

4
Row 47: Rib 16[20:24], (C4BP, k2, C4B, p2) Rib 9[11:13] rows.
3 times, C4BP, k2, p2, k6, p2, k2, C4FP, (p2, Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 10 rows.

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C4F, k2, C4FP) 3 times, rib 16[20:24]. 46[50:54] sts.

2
Keeping 16[20:24] sts at each side in rib, Cast off 4 sts at beg of next 4 rows.
and working C6B in the centre of every 8th 30[34:38] sts.

6
row, cont to move ribs out from centre in Cast off rem sts.
this way until work measures 39[40:41]cm

7
(15[1516]in) from cast-on edge, ending COLLAR
with a WS row. Pm at each side of centre 58 sts for Back

3
Shape armholes neck edge (ie 20[24:28] sts for each

8
Cast off 5 sts at beg of next 2 rows. shoulder), then join shoulder seams.
116[124:132] sts. With RS facing and 5mm circular needle,

9
Dec one st at each end of next 9 rows. pick up and k58 sts across Back neck, 12
98[106:114] sts. sts down left front neck, 30 sts from centre
Cont in patt as now set until armhole meas front, 12 sts up right front neck (112 sts).

10
20[21:22]cm (8[8:8]in), ending with a WS Rnd 1: (P2, k2) to end.

4
row. This round forms rib and is repeated.
Cast off all sts in patt. Cont in rib until collar measures 16cm (6in).

11
Cast off in rib.
FRONT

12
Work exactly as given for Back, including TO FINISH
armhole shaping, until 16 rows fewer than on Sew Sleeves into armholes, easing to t. Join

5
Back have been worked to cast off, ending side and Sleeve seams.

13
with a WS row.
Shape front neck

14
Next row: Patt 34[38:42], turn and work on
these sts only for rst side of neck, leave rem
sts on a spare needle.

15
Dec one st at neck edge on next 14 rows.

6
20[24:28] sts.

16
Work 1 row.
Cast off rem sts.
Shape front neck

17
With RS facing, slip 30 sts at centre front on
to a holder, rejoin yarn to rem sts and patt

7
to end.

18
Dec one st at neck edge on next 14 rows.
20[24:28] sts.

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Work 1 row.
Cast off rem sts.

20
SLEEVES

8
With 5mm needles, cast on 54[58:62] sts.

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Rib row 1 (RS): K2, (p2, k2) to end.
Rib row 2 (WS): P2, (k2, p2) to end.
These 2 rows form rib and are repeated.
22
Rib 6 more rows.
Taking inc sts into rib patt, shape Sleeves as
23
9

folls:
Inc row 1 (RS): K1, kfb, rib to last 3 sts,
kfb, k2.
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Next row: P3, rib to last 3 sts, p3.


Inc row 2 (RS): K1, kfb, rib to last 3 sts, pfb,
k2.
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Working inc row 1 or 2 as necessary and


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taking inc sts into rib, inc in this way at each


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end of 7 foll 4th rows, then 11 foll 6th rows.


94[98:102] sts.
Cont straight until Sleeve meas 46cm (18in)
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from cast-on edge, ending with a WS row.


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DARCI THROW BY JO ALLPORT


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Change to 10mm needle.


Row 1 (RS): K3, yo, k3, (p2, k9, p2, k1, ssk, yo,
k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k9, p2,
4

k3, yo, k3 (107 sts).


Row 2: K9, p9, k2, (p3, p1 tbl, p3, k2, p9, k2)
5

four times, k7.


2

Row 3: K3, yo, k1, yo, k3, (p2, C6F, k3, p2, k1,
ssk, yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2,
6

C6F, k3, p2, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3 (111 sts).


Row 4: K11, p9, k2, (p3, p1 tbl, p3, k2, p9, k2)
7

four times, k9.


Row 5: Cast off 3 sts (one stitch on right
3

needle), k5, (p2, k9, p2, k1, ssk, yo, k1 tbl, yo,
8

k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k9, p2, k9 (108 sts).


Row 6: Cast off 3 sts (one stitch on right
9

needle), k7, p9, k2 (p3, p1 tbl, p3, k2, p9, k2)


four times, k6 (105 sts).
Row 7: K3, yo, k3, (p2, k3, C6B, p2, k1, ssk,
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yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k3,


4

C6B, p2, k3, yo, k3 (107 sts).


Row 8: K9, p9, k2, (p3, p1 tbl, p3, k2, p9, k2)
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four times, k7.


Row 9: K3, yo, k1, yo, k3, (p2, k9, p2, k1, ssk,
12

yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k9,


p2, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3 (111 sts).
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Row 10: As row 4.


13

SIZE Row 11: Cast off 3 sts (one stitch on right


Approx: 90 x 140cm (35 x 55in) needle), k5, (p2, C6F, k3, p2, k1, ssk, yo, k1
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tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, C6F, k3, p2,
YOU WILL NEED k to end (108 sts).
Stylecraft Life Super Chunky 75% acrylic, Row 12: As row 6 (105 sts).
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25% wool (80m per 100g) Row 13: As row 1 (107 sts).
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10 x 100g balls Denim 2373 Row 14: As row 2.


Row 15: K3, yo, k1, yo, k3, (p2, k3, C6B, p2,
16

9mm circular needle, 80cm long


10mm circular needle, 80cm long k1, ssk, yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times,
Cable needle p2, k3, C6B, p2, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3 (111 sts).
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Yarn needle Row 16: As row 4.


Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Row 17: As row 5 (108 sts).
7

average requirements and are approximate. Row 18: As row 6 (105 sts).
18

Row 19: K3, yo, k3, (p2, C6F, k3, p2, k1, ssk,
TENSION yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, C6F,
19

11 sts and 13 rows to 10cm over pattern k3, p2, k3, yo, k3 (107 sts).
using 10mm needles. Row 20: As row 2.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to Row 21: K3, yo, k1, yo, k3, (p2, k9, p2, k1, ssk,
20

obtain correct tension. yo, k1 tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k9,
8

p2, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3 (111 sts).


21

ABBREVIATIONS Row 22: As row 4.


C6B = cable 6 back. Slip the next 3 sts on Row 23: Cast off 3 sts (one stitch on right
to a cable needle and hold at the back, k3, needle), k5, (p2, k3, C6B, p2, k1, ssk, yo, k1
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then k3 from the cable needle tbl, yo, k2tog, k1) four times, p2, k3, C6B, p2,
C6F = cable 6 front. Slip the next 3 sts on k9 (108 sts).
Row 24: As row 6 (105 sts).
23
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to a cable needle and hold at the front, k3,


then k3 from the cable needle Rep last 24 rows until work measures approx
For more abbreviations see page 89 135cm (53in), ending with row
24

6, 12, 18 or 24.
PATTERN NOTE Change to 9mm needle and work in g st for
The pattern is worked in rows, not in 5cm (2in), working an odd number of rows.
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the round. Circular needles are used to Cast off.


10

accommodate the large number of sts.


26

TO FINISH
THROW Weave in ends and block lightly.
Using 9mm needle, cast on 105 sts.
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Work in g st for 5cm (2in), working an odd


number of rows.
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GRETA CUSHION BY JO ALLPORT

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Pair of 4mm needles strand loose), p1A) 4 times, p4A, k3B, p5A.
45cm (17in) square cushion inner Row 3: K12A, (k5A, pick up the strand from
8 buttons, 1.5 to 2cm diameter ( to 1in) the previous row and knit it together with

4
Yarn needle the next st, k16A) 4 times, k1A.
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Row 4: P1A, (p3A, k5A, p5A, k7A, p2A)

5
average requirements and are approximate. 4 times, p3A, k5A, p4A.

2
Row 5: K3A, K7B, k2A, (k3A, k5B, k5A, k7B,
TENSION k2A) 4 times, k1A.

6
22 sts and 31 rows to 10cm (4in) over pattern Row 6: P1A, (p2A, k7B (leave strand loose),
using 4mm needles. p5A, k5B, p3A) 4 times, p2A, k7B (leave

7
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to strand loose), p3A.
obtain correct tension. Row 7: K6A, pick up the strand from the

3
previous row and knit it together with the

8
ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 next st, k5A, (k16A, pick up the strand from
the previous row and knit it together with
PATTERN NOTE

9
the next st, k5A) 4 times, k1A.
In order to avoid weaving the unused yarn in Row 8: P1A, (p1A, k9A, p5A, k3A, p4A)
the g st sections, which will result in seeing 4 times, p1A, k9A, p2A.

10
the unused yarn colour in the g st sections Row 9: K2A, k9B, k1A, (k4A, k3B, k5A, k9B,

4
on the RS, and to avoid having long oats, k1A) 4 times, k1A.
these oats will be picked up on the next Row 10: P1A, (p1A, k9B (leave strand loose),

11
row. See Jos masterclass on page 76 to p5A, k3B, p4A) 4 times, p1A, k9B (leave
nd out how. strand loose), p2A.

12
Row 11: As row 7.
CUSHION COVER Row 12: As row 8.

5
Using 3.25mm needles and B, cast on 101 Row 13: As row 5.

13
SIZE sts. Row 14: As row 6.
45cm (17in) square Work in g st (knit every row) for 5cm (2in), Row 15: As row 11.

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working an odd number of rows. Row 16: As row 4.
YOU WILL NEED Change to 4mm needles and start pattern, Row 17: As row 1.
Rico Essentials Merino DK 100% wool working in colours as given in the Chart and/ Row 18: As row 2.

15
(120m per 50g) or the written instructions below. Row 19: As row 3.

6
5 x 50g balls Light Blue 34 (A) Row 1 (RS): K5A, k3B, k4A, (k1A, k9B, k5A, Row 20: P1A, (p4A, k3A, p5A, k9A, p1A)

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3 x 50g balls Cobalt Blue 29 (B) k3B, k4A) 4 times, k1A. 4 times, p4A, k3A, p5A.
Pair of 3.25mm needles Row 2: P1A, (p4A, k3B, p5A, k9B (leave Rep the 20-row pattern from Chart or

17
Chart
35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Key

7
18
20
19

19
18 RS: knit
17 WS: purl

20
16

8
15
RS: purl

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14
WS: knit
13
12 22

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Cobalt Blue
23

10
9

9
8
24

Light Blue
7
6
25

5
22 st patt rep
10

4
26

3
2 pick up strand
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1 from previous
row and k tog
35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
with next st
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KNITTING MASTERCLASS: FAIRISLE AND GARTER STITCH


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3
4

Adding garter stitch texture to Fairisle


patterns can look lovely but runs the risk of
5

having long oats on the WS of your work,


2

which can catch. Use this method to avoid


this. As with all Fairisle patterns, spread
6

your work out as you go to keep it elastic,


and hold yarn loosely. Weave unused yarn
7

every 3 to 5 sts where it is a knit only or purl


only row. On returning rows, weave yarn at
3

a different interval to stop it showing on the


8

RS. Where there is a combination of knit and


purl stitches with two colours on a WS row, 1 4
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do not weave the unused colour across the


knit stitches this will result in the unused 1. Row 1, a RS row, uses both colours. Using 4. Still on row 2, the knitted B stitches have
colour showing on the RS. This pattern the chart or written instructions, knit the been completed. It is now time to bring B
10

has two colours, with two rows using both rst 5 sts in A and carry B. Continue across to the front of your work. Note that A is still
4

colours, and two rows using only one, the the row, weaving the unused yarn every 3-5 also at the front on the WS of your work.
background colour. stitches. Note all stitches on this row are knit
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stitches.
12
5
13
14
15
6
16

2 5
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2. Still on row 1, 9 sts have just been knitted 5. Further on row 2, you have knitted the 9 B
using B. A has been woven across the back stitches and have left A at the front of your
7

of these sts to avoid a long oat. work (on the WS). Bring B to the WS, ready
18

to purl the next stitch using A.


19
20
8
21
22
23
9
24

3 6

3. Row 2, a WS row, also uses both colours 6. Still on row 2, purl the A stitches. Note
25

in a combination of knit and purl stitches. that both yarns are on the WS of your work,
10

Purl the background A stitches and knit the and that there is a long A oat across the 9
26

B stitches. When you get to the B stitches, sts.


take B to the RS of your work, ready to knit
the B stitches. Keep A on the WS of your
27

work. The image shows B now on the RS of


your work.
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Quick written instructions until work measures

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Technique by 90cm (35in), ending with a WS row.

3
Change to 3.25mm needles and B.
Jo Allport Work in g st for 2.5cm (1in), ending with a
WS row.

4
Buttonhole row (RS): K8, (yo, k2kog, k10)
7 times, yo, k2tog, k7.

5
Cont in g st as set until buttonhole band

2
measures 5cm (2in), ending with a RS row.
Cast off on the WS.

6
TO FINISH

7
Block and weave in ends. Starting with
the cushion cover WS upwards, fold cover

3
so that the RS is uppermost and the back

8
of the cushion is facing you. Overlap the
7 10 g st sections so that the buttonhole end

9
is uppermost and central to the cushion.
7. Once row 2 has been completed, you can 10. Still on row 3, knit the oat along with Sew side seams, including the overlapped
clearly see the 9-stitch A oat. the next stitch, as if to k2tog. Drop both off section. Attach buttons to correspond with

10
the left needle, leaving one stitch on the buttonholes. Insert cushion pad.

4
right needle.

11
12
5
13
14
15
6
16
8 11

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8. On row 3, using only A and leaving B at 11. Knit across the rest of row 3, repeating
the side, ready to be picked up on the next picking up and knitting the oat along

7
RS row (no need to break yarn), knit across with the middle stitch of the B garter stitch

18
the sts to just before the halfway point sections that are 7 or 9 stitches wide.
across the sections with the long oat. On

19
row 3, this is 4 sts into the 9-st section.

20
8
21
22
23
9
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9 12

9. Secure the oat: still on row 3, pick up the 12. At the end of row 3, you can see the oat
25

A strand from the previous row from front to knitted along with the stitch. Continue in
10

back with the left needle. this way, working 2 rows with both colours
26

and 2 rows with only one. Secure oats of


7 or 9 sts on each RS row where only one
colour is used.
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PIMLICO BY PAT MENCHINI


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Row 2 (WS): Pb, (p3tog, m3) twice, pb. LEFT FRONT


Row 3: Kb, p8, kb. Work as Right Front to **.
Row 4: Pb, (m3, p3tog) twice, pb. Change to 6mm needles and patt:
4

Row 1 (RS): P15[17:20:22:25], work row 1 of


RIGHT FRONT Panel, p9[11:12:14:15], k3.
5

Using 5mm needles cast on Row 2: P3, k9[11:12:14:15], work row 2 of


2

33[37:41:45:49] sts. Panel, k15[17:20:22:25].


Row 1 (RS): K1, (kb, p1) to last 2 sts, kb, k1. Rows 3 and 4: As rows 1 and 2 but working
6

Row 2: K1, (pb, k1) to end. rows 3 and 4 of Panel.


Rep these 2 rows 4 more times, then row 1 These 4 rows set patt.
7

again. Work 7 more rows in patt.


Next row: Purl, inc 4 sts evenly purlwise Next row (inc for pocket border): Work to
3

across row. 37[41:45:49:53] sts ** last 6 sts, (m1, k3) twice. 39[43:47:51:55] sts.
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Change to 6mm needles and patt as folls: Pocket border


Row 1 (RS): K3, p9[11:12:14:15], work row 1 of Row 1: K1, work row 1 of Panel, work to end.
Row 2: Work to last 11 sts, work row 2 of
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Panel, p15[17:20:22:25].
Row 2: K15[17:20:22:25], work row 2 of Panel, Panel, k1.
k9[11:12:14:15], p3. Rows 3 and 4: As rows 1 and 2 but working
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Rows 3 and 4: As rows 1 and 2 but working rows 3 and 4 of Panel.


4

rows 3 and 4 of Panel. These 2 rows set border patt.


These 4 rows set patt. Work 20 more rows in patt.
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Work 7 more rows in patt. Next row: P3, (p2tog, p3) twice, work to
Next row (inc for pocket border): (K3, m1) end. 37[41:45:49:53] sts.
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twice, work to end. 39[43:47:51:55] sts. Border patt is now complete.


Pocket border Cont in patt as at commencement until
5

Row 1: Work to last 11 sts, work row 1 of work meas 1 row less than Right Front up to
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SIZES Panel, k1. armhole shaping.


To t: S[M:L:XL:2XL] Row 2: K1, work row 2 of Panel, work to end. Shape armhole and front slope
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91-97[102-107:112-117:122-127:132-137]cm Rows 3 and 4: As rows 1 and 2 but working Next row: Cast off 6[7:8:9:10] sts, work to
(36-38[40-42:44-46:48-50:52-54]in) rows 3 and 4 of Panel. end.
Actual measurement: 99[112:123:134:146]cm These 4 rows set border patt. Next row: Work straight.
15

(39[44:48:53:57]in) Work 20 more rows in patt. Complete to match Right Front working
6

Length to shoulder: 64[65:66:67:68]cm Next row: Work to last 11 sts, (p2, p2tog) from *** to end but noting that front slope
16

(25[25:26:26:26]in) twice, p3. 37[41:45:49:53] sts. dec row will be work to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2.
Figures in square brackets refer to larger Border patt is now complete.
sizes: where there is only one set of gures Cont in patt as at commencement until BACK
17

this applies to all sizes. work meas 41cm (16in) from cast-on edge, Using 5mm needles cast on 67[75:83:91:99]
ending at side edge. sts work 11 rows in rib as given on Right
7

YOU WILL NEED Shape armhole and front slope Front.


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Stylecraft Alpaca Chunky 80% acrylic, Next row: Cast off 6[7:8:9:10] sts, work to Next row (WS): Cast on 18 sts to needle
20% alpaca (approx 135m per 100g) end. 31[34:37:40:43] sts. holding sts and p across sts, now p to end
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6[6:6:7:7] x 100g balls 1660 Ocean *** Work 5[6:7:8:9] rows dec 1 st at armhole
1 pair each 5mm and 6mm needles edge on every row. 26[28:30:32:34] sts.
6 buttons from Duttons for Buttons Work 1[2:1:2:1] rows straight ending at front
20

Row counter edge.


8

Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Shape front slope


21

average requirements and are approximate. Next row (dec): K2, skpo, work to end.
Next row: Work to last 3 sts, p3.
TENSION Rep last 2 rows until 23[23:25:26:28] sts rem,
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14 sts and 20 rows to 10cm over rev st st ending after dec row.
using 6mm needles. Work dec row on every foll 4th row until
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9

Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to 17[18:19:21:22] sts rem.


obtain correct tension. Cont straight until work meas 64[65:66:67:68]
cm (25[25:26:26:26]in) from beg,
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ABBREVIATIONS ending at armhole edge.


kb = knit into back of next st Shape shoulder
pb = p into back of next st Cast off 6[6:6:7:7] sts at beg of next row and
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m3 = (k1, p1, k1) all into front of next st, thus foll alt row.
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making 3 sts out of 1 Work 1 row.


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For more abbreviations see page 89 Cast off rem 5[6:7:7:8] sts.

PANEL
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Worked over 10 sts


Row 1 (RS): Kb, p8, kb. Measurements are given in cm
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Instructions

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of row inc 8 sts evenly purlwise across sts,

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cast on 18 sts to end of needle holding sts.

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111[119:127:135:143] sts
Change to 6mm needles and patt as folls:
Row 1 (RS): P33[35:38:40:43], work row 1 of

4
Panel, p25[29:31:35:37], work row 1 of Panel,
p33[35:38:40:43].

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Row 2: K33[35:38:40:43], work row 2 of

2
Panel, k25[29:31:35:37], work row 2 of Panel,
k to end.

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Rows 3 and 4: As rows 1 and 2 but working
rows 3 and 4 of Panel.

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These 4 rows set patt.
Work 32 more rows in patt.

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Next 2 rows: Cast off 18 sts loosely, work to

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end. 75[83:91:99:107] sts.
Cont in patt as before until Back meas same

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as Left Front to start of armhole shaping.
Shape armholes
Cast off 6[7:8:9:10] sts at beg of next 2 rows.

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63[69:75:81:87] sts.

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Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then on
every foll alt row until 53[57:61:65:69] sts rem.

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Cont straight until Back meas same as Left
Front to shoulder shaping, ending after a

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WS row.
Shape shoulders

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Cast off 6[6:6:7:7] sts at beg of next 4 rows,

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then 5[6:7:7:8] sts at beg of next 2 rows.
Cast off rem 19[21:23:23:25] sts.

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LEFT FRONT BORDER
Using 5mm needles, RS facing, pick up and

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k79 sts evenly along straight section of Left

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Front edge from rst front slope dec row to

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bottom edge.
Rows 1 and 2: Beg row 2 work 2 rows in rib
as on Right Front.

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Row 3: Rib 4, (cast off 2 sts, rib 12
including st on right needle after cast-off) 5

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times, cast off 2 sts, rib to end.

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Row 4: In rib casting on 2 sts in each place
where sts were cast off.

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Rib 2 more rows.
Cast off evenly in rib.

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RIGHT FRONT BORDER

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Work as Left Front border but omitting

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buttonholes.

LEFT COLLAR Work 4 rows on all sts. TO FINISH 22


Join shoulders. Rep these 6 rows until shaped edge ts half Press work lightly on WS foll ball band
Using 5mm needles cast on 7 sts. way across back neck. instructions. Join lower ribbing and
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9

Work 2 rows in g st. Cast off loosely. rst 12 rows of patt section of Front to
Cont in g st shaping Collar as folls: corresponding sections of Back. Join
Next row (RS inc): K1, m1, k to end. RIGHT COLLAR upper sections of side seams above pocket
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Knit 3 rows. Work as Left Collar but note that inc row will borders. Sew down pocket linings neatly on
Rep these 4 rows until there are be: K to last st, m1, k1. WS of Fronts, noting that the 2 groups of 18
22[23:24:24:25] sts. cast-on sts of pocket linings will be stitched
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Work straight until shaped edge when ARMHOLE BORDERS to top of rib on the Fronts. Sew shaped
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slightly stretched ts up left front to Using 5mm needles and RS facing, pick edges of Collar sections in place, joining
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shoulder seam, ending after a RS row. (End up and k85[93:99:103:109] sts evenly round cast-off edges at centre back and neatly
after a WS row on Right Collar section.) armhole. stitching cast-on edge to side edges of front
Shape neck edge Beg row 2 work 5 rows in rib as on Right borders. Sew on buttons, press seams.
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Next row: K to last 3 sts, turn Front.


Next row: Sl1 rmly, k to end. Cast off in rib.
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Instructions
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HARBOURSIDE BY PAT MENCHINI


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FRONT Work 1 row.


With 5mm needles cast on Cast off rem 3[5:5:4:5] sts.
52[60:64:72:76] sts. With RS facing, slip next 11[11:13:13:15] sts
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Row 1 (RS): K3, (p2, k2) to last st, k1. (centre sts) on to a holder and leave.
Row 2: K1, (p2, k2) to last 3 sts, p2, k1. Neatly rejoin yarn to neck edge and patt to
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Rep these 2 rib rows until work meas 9cm end of row.
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(3in), ending after row 1. Complete as left half of neck, working 1 row
Sizes 1, 3 and 5 only more before shaping shoulder.
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Next row (WS): P to last st, inc in last st.


Sizes 2 and 4 only BACK
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Next row (WS): P to last 3 sts, p2tog, p1. Work as Front to **.
All sizes Cont straight until Back meas
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53[59:65:71:77] sts. 21[22:23:24:25]cm (8[8:9:9:10]in) from


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Change to 6mm needles and patt: marker, ending after a WS row.


Row 1 (RS): P2, (KB1, p2) to end. Shape shoulders
Row 2: K2, (p1, k2) to end.
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Very loosely cast off 3[3:3:4:4] sts at beg of


These 2 rows form patt. next 6 rows, then 3[5:5:4:5] sts at beg of next
Cont in patt until work meas 43cm (17in) 2 rows.
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from beg, ending after a WS row. Slip rem 17[17:19:19:21] sts on to a holder and
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Pm 20 sts in from end of last row. leave.


Shape square armholes
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Very loosely cast off 6[7:9:10:11] sts at beg of SLEEVES


next 2 rows. 41[45:47:51:55] sts ** Cast on 24[28:28:28:28] sts and work 7cm
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Cont straight until work meas 13[14:14:15:15] (2in) in rib as on Front, ending after row 1.
cm (5[5:5:6:6]in) from marker, ending Size 1 only
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after a WS row. Next row (WS): Purl.


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SIZES Shape neck Sizes 2 and 3 only


To t: XS[S:M:L:XL] Next row: Patt 15[17:17:19:20], turn. Next row: P, dec 1 st at end of row.
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81-86[91-97:102-107:112-117:122-127]cm Cont on this group of sts for left half of neck. Sizes 4 and 5 only
(32-34[36-38:40-42:44-46:48-50]in) Dec 1 st at neck edge on next 3 rows. Next row: Inc in rst st, p to last st, inc in
Actual measurement: 90[100:110:121:130]cm 12[14:14:16:17] sts last st.
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(35[39:43:47:51]in) Cont straight until work meas All sizes


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Length to shoulder: 65[66:67:68:69]cm 21[22:23:24:25]cm (8[8:9:9:10]in) from 24[27:27:30:30] sts.


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(25[26:26:26:27]in) marker, ending at armhole edge. Change to 6mm needles and patt:
Sleeve length: 45[46:47:47:48]cm Shape shoulder Row 1 (RS): P1, (KB1, p2) to last 2 sts, KB1,
(17[18:18:8:19]in) Very loosely cast off 3[3:3:4:4] sts at beg of p1.
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Figures in square brackets refer to larger next and 2 foll alt rows.
sizes: where there is only one set of gures
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this applies to all sizes.


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YOU WILL NEED Measurements are given in cm


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King Cole Cotswold Chunky 80% acrylic,


20% wool (approx 130m per 100g)
8[8:9:9:10] x 100g balls 2376 Bilbury
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1 pair each 5mm and 6mm needles


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2 stitch holders
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Stitch markers
Row counter
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
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average requirements and are approximate.

TENSION
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12 sts and 22 rows to 10cm over rib patt


when slightly stretched using 6mm needles.
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Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to


obtain correct tension.
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ABBREVIATIONS
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KB1 = knit into the next stitch in the row


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below
slp = slip next stitch rmly, purlwise
For more abbreviations see page 89
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Instructions

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Row 2: K1, (p1, k2) to last 2 sts, p1, k1. MAISIE BY RICO DESIGN

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These 2 rows set patt.

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Cont in patt, shaping Sleeve by inc 1 st
at each end of next row, then on every
foll 6th[6th:4th:4th:4th] row until there

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are 44[43:33:36:44] sts, then on every foll
8th[8th:6th:6th:6th] row until there are

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48[51:55:58:62] sts, working extra sts in patt.

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Cont straight until Sleeve meas
45[46:47:47:48]cm (17[18:18:8:19]in)

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at centre, ending after a WS row. Pm at each
end of last row.

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Work a further 12[12:16:18:20] rows straight,
or until these rows t along cast-off sts of

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armhole. Pm at each end of last row.

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Shape top
Row 1: Work to last 3 sts, turn.
Row 2: Slp, work to last 3 sts, turn.

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Rows 3-4: Slp, work to last 6 sts, turn.
Rows 5-6: Slp, work to last 9 sts, turn.

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Rows 7-8: Slp, work to last 12 sts, turn.

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Rows 9-10: Slp, work to last 15 sts, turn.
Rows 11-12: Slp, work to last 18 sts, turn.

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Rows 13-14: Slp, work to last 21 sts, turn.
Row 15: Slp, work to end of row.

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Cast off very loosely.

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NECKBAND

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Join left shoulder. SIZES
Using 5mm needles and RS facing, k To t age: 4[6:8:10]years

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across 17[17:19:19:21] Back neck sts inc To t chest: 55-57[59-61:63-67:69-73]cm
4[4:2:2:4] sts evenly across, pick up and (21-22[23-24:24-26:27-28]in)
k18[20:21:23:24] sts evenly down left Front Actual chest: 69[74:80:86]cm

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neck, k11[11:13:13:15] Front neck sts, pick up 27[29:31:33]in

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and k18[20:21:23:24] sts evenly up right front Length to shoulder: 31[35:41:46]cm

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neck. 68[72:76:80:88] sts. 12[13:16:18]in
Change to 6mm needles and beg with row 2
work 6 rows in rib as on Front. YOU WILL NEED

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Cast off in rib. Rico Baby So Soft DK 100% acrylic
(approx 250m per 100g)

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TO FINISH 1[2:2:2] x 100g balls in 18 Berry (A)

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Join right shoulder and Neckband. Fold 1[1:2:2] x 100g balls in 17 Silver Grey (B)
Neckband in half to WS and hem in position. 1[1:2:2] x 100g balls in 19 Mauve (C)

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Stitch Sleeve tops to armholes, stitching the 1 pair 4mm needles
sections between markers to the armhole 1 pair 3.25mm needles
cast-off sts of Front and Back. Join side and 4 stitch holders

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Sleeve seams. Note: Yarn amounts given are based on

8
average requirements and are approximate.

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TENSION
22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm in st st with 4mm
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needles.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to
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9

obtain correct tension.

ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89


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BACK AND FRONT (both alike)


With yarn A and 3.25mm needles, cast on
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78[84:90:96] sts.
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Work in single rib as follows:


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Row 1 (RS): *K1, p1: rep from * to end.


Row 2: As row 1.
Rep rows 1 and 2 until work measures 4cm,
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ending with a WS row.


Change to 4mm needles and work in the

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Instructions
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following stripe pattern:


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Row 1 (RS): Using yarn B, knit.


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Row 2: Using yarn B, purl.


Row 3: Using yarn C, knit.
Row 4: Using yarn C, purl.
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Rep the last 4 rows until work measures


16[19:24:28]cm, measured from the cast-on
5

edge and ending at the end of row 4.


2

Shape raglans
Change to yarn A and work in this yarn and
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in st st from now on. Cast off 4[5:5:6]sts at


the beg of the next 2 rows. 70[74:80:84] sts.
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Dec row (RS): K2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts,


dec 1 st, k2.
3

Work this dec row on every RS row until


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there are 46[48:54:56] sts, ending with a


WS row.
Next row (RS): K2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts,
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dec 1 st, k2.


Next row (WS): P2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts,
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dec 1 st, p2.


4

Work the last 2 rows until there are


28[30:32:34] sts remaining, ending with a RS
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row. Work one row straight. Put sts on to a


holder.
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SLEEVES (MAKE 2)
5

With yarn A and 3.25mm needles, cast on


13

39[41:43:45] sts.
Work in single rib as follows:
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Row 1 (RS): P1, *k1, p1: rep from * to end.


Row 2: K1, *p1, k1: rep from * to end.
Rep rows 1 and 2 until work measures 3cm,
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ending with a WS row.


6

Change to 4mm needles and work 6 rows in


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the stripe pattern as for the Back and Front.


Inc for arms as follows:
Arm inc row (RS): K1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1.
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Work 3 rows without shaping.


Rep the last 4 rows till there are
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63[67:71:75] sts, working in the colours as set


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in the stripe pattern.


Cont straight in stripe pattern as set until
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Sleeve measures 27[29:32:35]cm, measured


from the cast-on edge and ending at the
end of row 4.
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Shape raglans
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Change to yarn A and work in this yarn and


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in st st from now on.


Cast off 4[5:5:6] sts at the beg of the next 2
rows. 55[57:61:63] sts. NECKLINE
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Dec row (RS): K2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts, With 3.25mm needles and starting at
dec 1 st, k2. Back, use A and k from holders as folls:
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Work this dec row on every RS row until 28[30:32:34] sts from Back, 13[13:15:15] sts
there are 31[31:33:33] sts, ending with a WS from Sleeve, 28[30:32:34] sts from Front and
row. 13[13:15:15] sts from Sleeve. 82[86:94:98] sts.
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Next row (RS): K2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts, Row 1 (RS): *K1, p1: rep from * to end.
dec 1 st, k2. Row 2: As row 1.
Next row (WS): P2, dec 1 st, k to last 4 sts, Rep rows 1 and 2 until work measures 2.5cm,
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dec 1 st, p2. ending with a WS row. Cast off all sts in
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Work the last 2 rows until there are single rib.


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13[13:15:15] sts remaining, ending with a RS


row. Work one row straight. Put sts onto a TO FINISH
holder. Sew raglans and neckline. Sew side and
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Sleeve seams. Weave in ends. Block lightly if


required.
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Instructions

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ABE BY LISA RICHARDSON

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st using 4mm needles. Cast off rem 4[5:5:6:6:6] sts.
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to With RS facing, slip centre 23[25:25:25:27:27]
obtain correct tension. sts on to a holder, rejoin yarns and patt

4
to end.
ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 Complete to match rst side, reversing

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shapings.

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BACK
Using 3.25mm needles and C, cast on FRONT

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70[74:74:78:78:82] sts. Work as given for Back to **.
Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2, rep from * to end. Divide for Front neck

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Row 2: P2, *k2, p2, rep from * to end. Next row (RS): Work 2 tog, patt
These 2 rows form rib. 27[29:30:31:32:33] sts and turn, leaving rem

3
Cont in rib in stripes as folls: sts on a holder.

8
Rows 3 and 4: Work in C. 28[30:31:32:33:34] sts.
Rows 5 to 8: Work in A. Work each side of neck separately.
Rows 9 to 12: Work in C.

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Keeping patt correct, dec 1 st at neck edge
Rows 13 to 16: Using yarn A, on next[next:2nd:2nd:2nd:2nd] and foll
dec[dec:inc:dec:inc:dec] 1 st at end of last 1[1:0:0:0:0] row, then on foll 12[13:14:14:15:14]

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row, ending with RS facing for next row. alt rows, then on 0[0:0:0:0:1] foll 4th row and

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69[73:75:77:79:81] sts. AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at armhole
Break off C and join in B. edge of next 2 rows, then on foll 4 alt rows.

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Change to 4mm needles. 8[9:10:11:11:12] sts.
Beg and ending rows as indicated, using the Cont straight until Front matches Back to

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Fairisle technique, working Chart rows 1 and beg of shoulder shaping, ending with RS
2 once only and then repeating Chart rows facing for next row.

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3 to 16 throughout, cont in patt from Chart, Shape shoulder

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SIZES which is worked entirely in st st beg with a k Cast off 4[4:5:5:5:6] sts at beg of next row.
To t: age 2[3:4:5:6:7] years row, as folls: Work 1 row.

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Figures in square brackets refer to larger Cont straight until Back meas Cast off rem 4[5:5:6:6:6] sts.
sizes: where there is only one set of gures 21[22.5:24:25.5:27:28.5]cm, ending with RS With RS facing, slip centre st on to a holder,
this applies to all sizes. facing for next row. rejoin yarns and patt to last 2 sts, work 2 tog.

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Shape armholes 28[30:31:32:33:34] sts.

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YOU WILL NEED Keeping patt correct, cast off 5 sts at beg of Complete to match rst side, reversing
Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK 66% Merino

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next 2 rows. 59[63:65:67:69:71] sts.** shapings.
wool, 34% silk (approx 135m per 50g) Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then on
2[2:2:2:2:2] x 50g balls in 684 Bluebird (A) foll 4 alt rows. 45[49:51:53:55:57] sts. MAKING UP

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2[2:2:2:2:2] x 50g balls in 672 Dawn (B) Cont straight until armhole meas Press according to ball band instructions.
1[1:1:1:1:1] x 50g ball in 699 Iceberg (C) 13[13.5:14:14.5:15:15.5]cm, ending with RS Join right shoulder seam using back stitch,

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1 pair 3.25mm needles facing for next row. or mattress stitch if preferred.

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1 pair 4mm needles Shape shoulders and back neck Neckband
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Next row (RS): Cast off 4[4:5:5:5:6] sts, patt With RS facing, using smaller needles and A,

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average requirements and are approximate. until there are 7[8:8:9:9:9] sts on right needle pick up and k34[38:38:38:42:42] sts down left
and turn, leaving rem sts on a holder. side of Front neck, k st on holder at base of
TENSION Work each side of neck separately. v-neck and mark it with a coloured thread,

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24 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over patterned st Cast off 3 sts at beg of next row. pick up and k34[38:38:38:42:42] sts up right

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Instructions
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side of Front neck, and 3 sts down right side


1

of Back neck, k across 23[25:25:25:27:27] sts


3

on Back holder, dec[inc:inc:inc:dec:dec] 1 st


at centre, then pick up and k3 sts up left side
of Back neck. 97[109:109:109:117:117] sts.
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Row 1 (WS): *P2, k2, rep from * to within


2 sts of marked st, p2, p marked st, p2, **k2,
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p2, rep from ** to end.


2

This row sets position of rib.


Keeping rib correct, cont as folls:
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Row 2: Rib to within 2 sts of marked st, work


2 tog tbl, k marked st, work 2 tog, rib to end.
7

Row 3: Rib to within 2 sts of marked st, work


2 tog, p marked st, work 2 tog tbl, rib to end.
3

Rep last 2 rows once more, then row 2


8

again, ending with WS facing for next row.


87[99:99:99:107:107] sts.
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Cast off in rib (on WS), still decreasing either


side of marked st as before.
Join left shoulder and neckband seam.
10

Armhole borders (both alike)


4

With RS facing, using smaller needles and A,


pick up and k70[74:78:78:82:82] sts evenly all
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round armhole edge.


Beg with row 2, work in rib as given for Back
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for 6 rows, ending with WS facing for next


row.
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Cast off in rib (on WS).


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GARDEN PLAY BY DROPS DESIGN

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3
Rounds with tr and ch
Work every round with tr and ch as follows:
With WS facing, work 4 ch (= 1 tr + 1 ch), skip

4
1 ch-space (= last ch from previous round), *
1 tr in next ch-sp, 1 ch, repeat from *, nish

5
round with 1 tr in last ch-sp (= ch-sp with 4

2
ch from previous round), 1 sl st in ch-sp with
4 ch from beg of round i.e. work alternately

6
on RS and WS to make a nice nish on round
(see diagram below).

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HAT

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Round 1: Work 4ch on 6mm hook with yarn

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A and form a ring with 1 sl st in rst ch, work
6dc in ch-ring (6 dc).
Round 2: 2dc in every dc (12 dc).

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Round 3: * 1 dc in rst dc, 2dc in next dc,
repeat from * (18 dc).

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Round 4: * 1 dc in each of the rst 2 dc, 2 dc

4
in next dc, repeat from * (24 dc).
Round 5: * 1 dc in each of the rst 3 dc, 2 dc

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in next dc, repeat from * (30 dc).
Round 6: * 1 dc in each of the rst 4 dc, 2 dc

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in next dc, repeat from * (36 dc).
Round 7: * 1 dc in each of the rst 5 dc, 2 dc

5
in next dc, repeat from * (42 dc).

13
Round 8: * 1 dc in each of the rst 6 dc, 2 dc
in next dc, repeat from * (48 dc).

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Round 9: * 1 dc in each of the rst 7 dc, 2 dc
in next dc, repeat from * (54 dc).
Round 10: * 1 dc in each of the rst 8 dc,

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2 dc in next dc, repeat from * (60 dc).

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Round 11: Work 1 dc in every dc but inc

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1[4:7] dc evenly. 61[64:67] dc.
Continue to work 1 dc in every dc until piece
measures 17[18:19]cm.

17
Work 5 rounds with yarn B. Fasten off. Hat
measures 20[21:22]cm.

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POMPOM
Make 1 pompom with yarn B with a diameter

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of 8cm. Fasten it to the top of the hat.

SIZES TENSION NECK WARMER

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Hat 13dc/tr to 10cm. Worked in the round on 6mm hook with

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To t age: 3-5[6-9:10-12] years Use larger or smaller hook if necessary to yarn A.

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To t head circumference: obtain correct tension. Crochet 156 loose ch and form a ring with 1
50-52[52-54:54-58]cm sl st in rst ch.
ABBREVIATIONS Work 4 ch (= 1 tr + 1 ch), * skip 1 ch, 1 tr in
22
Neck warmer: ch-sp = chain-space next ch, 1 ch, repeat from * the entire round
One size: 60cm x 12cm sl st = slip stitch and nish with 1 sl st in ch-sp with 4 ch from
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For more abbreviations see page 89


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beg of round.
YOU WILL NEED Then work rounds with tr and ch (see Pattern
Drops Nepal 65% wool, 35% alpaca PATTERN NOTES Notes).
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(approx 75m per 50g) Replace rst dc at beg of every round with 1 Fasten off when piece measures 12cm.
Hat: ch. Finish every row with 1 sl st in 1st ch from
2 x 50g balls in 8783 Forget-me-not (A) beg of round.
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1 x 50g ball in 7120 Light Grey Green (B)


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6mm crochet hook Stripes


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Neck warmer: Start with yarn A. Rounds 4, 8 and 12 are


2 x 50g balls in 8783 Forget-me-not worked in yarn B, then work with yarn A until
6mm crochet hook piece measures 17[18:19]cm. Work 5 rounds
27

Note: Yarn amounts given are based on with light grey green.
average requirements and are approximate.
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GENTLE WAVES BY BECKY STEVENS


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3

BLANKET
With B, ch112; place marker in second ch
from hook for edging placement.
4

Row 1 (RS): Tr2tog beginning in third ch


from hook (2 skipped chs count as rst st),
5

tr in next ch, (2tr in next ch, tr in next ch)


2

twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next ch) twice, (2tr in


next ch, tr in next ch) twice; repeat from
6

* across to last 3 chs, tr2tog, tr in last ch


changing to C (see Pattern Note); do not cut
7

B (111 sts).
Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any
3

stitch to mark row 1 as RS.


8

Row 2: Ch2 (counts as rst st, now and


throughout), turn; tr2tog, tr in next tr, (2tr in
9

next tr, tr in next tr) twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next


tr) twice, (2tr in next tr, tr in next tr) twice;
repeat from * across to last 3 sts, tr2tog, tr in
10

last st changing to A.
4

Row 3: Ch2, turn; tr2tog, tr in next tr, (2tr in


next tr, tr in next tr) twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next
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tr) twice, (2tr in next tr, tr in next tr) twice;


repeat from * across to last 3 sts, tr2tog, tr in
12

last st changing to B.
SIZE The length of the afghan is measured from Row 4: Ch2, turn; tr2tog, tr in next tr, (2tr in
5

37.5 x 113cm (34 x 44in) the bottom of the lowest valley to the top next tr, tr in next tr) twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next
13

of the highest peak. tr) twice, (2tr in next tr, tr in next tr) twice;
YOU WILL NEED Changing colour repeat from * across to last 3 sts, tr2tog, tr in
14

Any aran weight yarn Work the last stitch to within one step of last st changing to yarn C.
Approx 576m (350g) teal (A) completion, hook new yarn (image 1) and Row 5: Ch2, turn; tr2tog, tr in next tr, (2tr in
Approx 576m (350g) white (B) draw through all loops on hook. next tr, tr in next tr) twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next
15

Approx 576m (350g) aqua (C) At the end of each row, do not cut previous tr) twice, (2tr in next tr, tr in next tr) twice;
6

5mm crochet hook colour unless specied. Unused colours repeat from * across to last 3 sts, tr2tog, tr in
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
16

are carried loosely along the sides and are last st changing to A.
average requirements and are approximate. crocheted over when working the edging. Repeat rows 3-5 for pattern until piece
measures approximately 110.5cm (43in)
17

TENSION 1 from beginning ch, ending by working row 5


20sts to 15.25cm, two rows to 12cm in as a WS row; cut A and C only.
7

pattern.
18

Use larger or smaller hook if necessary to EDGING


obtain correct tension. With A, ch2, turn; tr2tog, tr in next tr, (2tr in
19

next tr, tr in next tr) twice, *(tr2tog, tr in next


ABBREVIATIONS tr) twice, (2tr in next tr, tr in next tr) twice;
tr2tog = treble crochet 2 together (uses repeat from * across to last 3 sts, tr2tog, leave
20

next 2 sts): *yo, insert hook in next st, yo and last st unworked; working in end of rows, work
8

pull up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops Free loops of a chain 3tr in rst row, tr evenly across to last row,
21

on hook; repeat from * once more, yo and When instructed to work in free loops of work 3tr in last row; working in free loops of
draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as a chain, work in loop indicated by arrow beginning ch (see Pattern Notes), skip rst
one tr). (image 2) ch, tr in each ch across to marked ch, remove
22

For more abbreviations see page 89 marker; working in end of rows, work 3tr in
rst row, tr evenly across to last row, work 3tr
PATTERN NOTES 2
23
9

in last row; join with slip st to rst dc,


Measuring your ripple blanket nish off.
Lay your piece on a at, hard surface.
24

Measure one point-to-point repeat by


placing the ruler from the centre of one
peak increase to the centre of the next
25

peak increase.
10

Measure the height of your tension square


26

by placing the ruler from the bottom of Pattern taken from


the centre stitch of a peak increase to the Sweet Stripes for
highest point of the swatch. Baby by Becky
27

Measure the width of your tension square or Stevens, published


blanket from straight edge to straight edge. by Leisure Arts
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Instructions

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AFTER THE STORM FINGERLESS MITTS MOLLY COWL

1
BY CHRISTINE BOGGIS BY RICO DESIGN

3
Round 1: Knit.

4
Round 2: (K1, p1) around.
These two rounds set broken rib pattern.

5
Cont in patt until mitt meas approx 11.5cm

2
(4in), ending with rnd 2.
Make thumbhole

6
You will now work back and forth on circular
needles as if on straight.

7
Rnd 1: K to last st before marker, turn.
Rnd 2: (K1,p1) to end.

3
Cont as set until mitt meas approx 17cm

8
(6in), ending with rnd 2.
Close thumbhole
Next rnd: K to end, then join in the round,

9
working rst two sts tightly, and continue
working in the round for the rest of the

10
pattern.

4
Next rnd: (K1, p1) around.
Next rnd: Knit.

11
These two rounds set patt. Cont in patt until
mitt meas approx 20cm (8in).

12
Cast off using a stretchy method.

5
TO FINISH

13
With RS facing, pick up and knit 10 sts on
each side of thumbholes, join in the round

14
SIZE and pm to mark start of round. SIZE
To t average womans hands Next rnd: (K1, p1) around. 68cm (26in) in circumference by 25cm
Cast off knitwise. (10in) in depth.

15
YOU WILL NEED Weave in ends.

6
Debbie Bliss Falkland Aran 100% wool YOU WILL NEED
Rico Design Creative Gloworm 54% acrylic,

16
(approx 180m per 100g)
1 x 100g hank in Teal 10 30% wool, 16% synthetic
Set of 5mm double-pointed needles OR (approx 110m per 100g)

17
5mm circular needle 80-100cm long for 2 x 100g balls in shade 19
magic loop method 1 pair 8mm knitting needles

7
Tapestry needle Cable needle

18
Note: Yarn amounts given are based on Note: Yarn amounts given are based on
average requirements and are approximate. average requirements and are approximate.

19
TENSION TENSION
20 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over broken 15.5 sts and 16 rows to 10cm over cable

20
rib pattern. pattern with 8mm needles.

8
Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to Use larger or smaller needles if necessary to

21
obtain correct tension. obtain correct tension.

ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 89 ABBREVIATIONS 22


C6B = slip the rst 3 sts on to a cable
PATTERN NOTE needle and hold at the back, k3, then k3
23
9

These mittens are simple enough for from the cable needle
absolute beginners to knit. They look really T3F = slip the rst 2 sts on to a cable needle
great on the inside too, so you may want to and hold at the front, p1, then k2 from the
24

use that as your right side. To pick your side, cable needle
just make sure the one you like best is facing T3B = slip the next st on to a cable needle
out when you come to pick up and knit and hold at the back, k2, then p1 from the
25

stitches for the thumbhole. cable needle


10

T5F = slip the rst 3 sts on to a cable needle


26

MITT (MAKE 2) and hold at the front, p2, then k3 from the
Cast on 32 sts and join in the round, taking cable needle
care not to twist sts. T5B = slip the rst 2 sts on to a cable needle
27

Pm to mark start of round. and hold at the back, k3, then p2 from cn

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Instructions
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MB = make bobble (on WS rows); knit into


1

the front and back of the next stitch (3


3

sts), (turn and knit these 3 sts) 3 times, turn


and slip 1 st, k2 sts together then pass the
slipped st over.
4

For more abbreviations see page 89


5

COWL
2

With 8mm needles, cast on 100 sts.


Knit 4 rows.
6

Next row (inc) (WS): K14, *m1, k12: rep from


* to last 2 sts, k2 (107 sts).
7

Work the following Cable Pattern using the


written or charted instructions:
3

Row 1 (RS): P2, *p2, T3B, p5, C6B, p5: rep


8

from * to end.
Row 2: *K5, p6, k6, p2, k2: rep from * to last
9

2 sts, k2.
Row 3: P2, *p1, T3B, p4, T5B, T5F, p3: rep
from * to end.
10

Row 4: *K3, p3, k4, p3, k5, p2, k1: rep from *
4

to last 2 sts, k2.


Row 5: P2, *T3B, p3, T5B, p4, T5F, p1: rep
11

from * to end.
Row 6: *K1, p3, k8, p3, k2, MB, k1, p2: rep
12

from * to last 2 sts, k2.


Row 7: P2, *T3F, p3, k3, p8, k3, p1: rep from
5

* to end.
13

Row 8: *K1, p3, k8, p3, k3, p2, k1: rep from * * to last 2 sts, k2.
to last 2 sts, k2. Rep these 12 rows until 3 full patt reps have
14

Row 9: P2, *p1, T3F, p2, T5F, p4, T5B, p1: rep been completed, ending with a WS row.
from * to end. Next row (dec) (RS): K13, *k2tog, k11: rep
Row 10: *K3, (p3, k4) twice, p2, k2: rep from from * to last 3 sts, k3 (100 sts).
15

* to last 2 sts, k2. Knit 4 rows. Cast off on the WS.


6

Row 11: P2, *P2, T3F, p3, T5F, T5B, p3: rep
TO FINISH
16

from * to end.
Row 12: *K5, p6, k5, p2, k1, MB, k1: rep from Sew side seams together. Weave in ends.
17
7
18

Pattern Key
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21
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

STOCKISTS ABBREVIATIONS
k knit pwise purlwise
BLUE SKY FIBERS p purl rem remain/ing
E: info@blueskybers.com W: blueskybers.com alt alternative rep repeat
beg begin/ning rev st st
reverse stocking stitch
CASCADE YARNS ch chain (RS purl, WS knit)
W: cascadeyarns.com cm centimetre/s rnd round
cn cable needle RS/WS right side/wrong side
DEBBIE BLISS cont continue skpo slip one, knit one, pass
Designer Yarns dc double crochet the slipped stitch over
T: 01535 664222 E: enquiries@designeryarns.uk.com dec decrease (decrease 1)
W: designeryarns.uk.com dpn(s) double-pointed sk2po slip one, knit two
needle(s) together, pass slipped
DE RERUM NATURA foll follows/following stitch over (decrease 2)
W: dererumnatura.fr g gramme/s s2kpo slip two stitches
g st garter stitch one at a time knitwise,
DROPS (every row knit) knit one, pass two
W: garnstudio.com in inch/es slipped stitches over
inc increase (decrease 2)
JUNIPER MOON FARM k2tog knit two stitches sp2po slip one purlwise, purl
Intercontinental Yarns together (decrease 1) two together, pass
T: 01535 664222 E: enquiries@intercontinentalyarns.co.uk k3tog knit three stitches slipped stitch over
W: intercontinentalyarns.co.uk together (decrease 2) (decrease 2)
kfb knit into front and sl1 slip one stitch
KETTLE YARN CO back of next stitch sl1p slip one stitch purlwise
E: kettleyarnco@gmail.com W: kettleyarnco.co.uk (increase 1) sm slip marker
kwise knitwise ssk slip next two stitches
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T: 01756 703670 W: kingcole.com m1 make 1 stitch: pick up to right hand needle,
the loop lying between insert tip of left hand
LANG YARNS the two stitches and needle through both
Art Yarn knit into the back of it stitches and knit them
T: 01529 240510 W: artyarn.co.uk (increase 1) together (decrease 1)
m1p make 1 purlwise st(s) stitch(es)
MILLAMIA meas measures st st stocking stitch
LoveKnitting mm millimetre/s tbl through back loop
T: 0845 544 2196 E: info@loveknitting.com m st moss stitch tog together
W: loveknitting.com ndl needle tr treble crochet
p2tog purl two stitches w&t wrap and turn
MIRASOL together (decrease 1) wyib with yarn in the back
Intercontinental Yarns p3tog purl three stitches wyif with yarn in the front
T: 01535 664222 E: enquiries@intercontinentalyarns.co.uk together (decrease 2) yfwd yarn forward
W: intercontinentalyarns.co.uk patt pattern yo yarn over
pm place marker yrn yarn round needle
NORO psso pass slipped stitch over y2rn yarn twice round needle
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PURL ABOUT TOWN Laura Purl Princess Parkinson takes a trip of a lifetime
and goes loco over Lopi yarn

I
n November my company gave me a women: mothers, grandmothers, travellers
mothers gra Icelands traditional turf houses, which have
month-long sabbatical as a reward for and businesswomen from all over the globe. grass growing on top for insulation. Here
five years of service. I vowed to use this Hlne bounced up to meet us before we learned how to create the Icelandic Lopi
incredible gift of time wisely and to split it bundling us on to the bus to begin our sweater. Hlne broke down the construction
between spending time with my family as tour. Her enthusiasm and constant knitting and gave us tips, tricks and new techniques
well as taking some for myself. So I quickly throughout the trip was infectious, and before to create a doll-sized jumper incorporating
booked a once-in-a-lifetime, week-long trip we knew it she had us stripping off by the side all the knowledge we would need to make a
on Hlne Magnssons Knitting on Ice tour of a geothermal river and getting into full-sized sweater. I loved the way in which
(icelandicknitter.com). I had always wanted to our swimming costumes for a dip in the she gave us the confidence to be creative and
go to Iceland and the idea of seeing some of steaming hot mountain waters. It was a very not too precious with our knitting. It was a
this exciting country while learning about its special experience. liberating lesson, which Im sure will influence
rich knitting traditions seemed like the perfect Our home for the week was modelled on my knitting in the future.
way to spend some me time. We continued on with our amazing
I began my adventure in Reykjavik and excursions: climbing a glacier an experience
spent the evening exploring this progressive MUST HAVE: I find hard to put into words, which, as
and bustling little city. The Handknitting Yarnistry makes cute and quirky you know, is unusual for me; watching the
Association of Iceland is situated on the main accessories for all things yarn. From breathtaking Northern Lights; visiting the
shopping street and is piled high with hand- dinosaur-shaped needle gauges to horses and sheep on a traditional farm and
knit jumpers all made from Icelandic Lopi wool glow-in-the-dark stitch markers, you learning about how their wool is used to make
in every colour and size. Tucked in the back of are certain to nd something to tickle the variations of Lopi yarn; and, of course,
the shop I found the yarn section, with its old- your fancy. Check out the blog and we went to yarn shops all of which blew my
school weighing scales for working out the cost shop at yarnistryshop.wordpress.com. mind, especially a small co-op yarn producer
of the Plotulopi, which translates literally as and a local spinning group using some rare
plates of Lopi yarn. These are discs of unspun MUST DO: Icelandic yarns and natural dyes. It was like the
wool, which is held double or with another Its the new year and we all want to woolliest dream Ive ever had and certainly felt
plied yarn to give it stability. It breaks like learn a new skill. Continuouscrafter. like Id been to Wonderland once I came back
crazy when youre trying to wind it, but during co.uk has gathered together the best to the real world. I bought so much yarn that
the week we were shown how to spit splice independent creative classes and I had to buy an extra bag to get it all home, but
it back together, ie lick your hand and rub the events in London for you to browse through it all I gained a wealth of knowledge
two ends together until they stick. in one place. The only problem is about the Icelandic people, their knitting
The following morning I met my tour deciding which of the many classes traditions and their wool. It was an experience
companions. Ranging from 32 to 72 years to book! and education Ill never forget.
of age, they were an inspiring group of Iceland, I will be back.

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