Patterns : Colorwork, Fair Isle

Scandies Mitts

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:07:47 GMT

Designer Juliet Moody
Finished Size 7¼" hand circumference and 13½" long.
Yarn Madelinetosh Pashmina (75% superwash merino, 15% silk, 10% cashmere; 360 yd [329 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): Bloomsbury (blue, MC) and scarlet (red, CC), 1 skein each.
Needles Sizes 2 (2.75 mm) and 3 (3.25 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; stitch holder.
Gauge 24 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Women’s long fingerless mitts with Fair Isle stranded colorwork patterns.

Cornflower Cardigan

arwilliams — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:28:06 GMT

CORNFLOWER CARDIGAN
Amanda Bell

Punchy colors update traditional stranded colorwork in this cozy cardigan. Pockets and a deep V neck make a classic piece modern. Sweater is knit in the round and steeked.

Finished Size 35¼ (38¼, 41, 44¾, 47¾, 52)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 35¼", modeled with slight ease.

Yarn SMC Select Extra Soft Merino (100% superwash merino wool; 142 yd [130 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #05191 beige marl (MC), 9 (9, 10, 10, 11, 12) balls; #05187 turquoise (CC1), 1 ball; #05127 cayenne (CC2), 1 ball; #05151 indigo (CC3), 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2) ball(s); #05122 tomato (CC4), 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.

Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): 24" circular (cir), 40" cir, and set of double-pointed (dpn). Size 6 (4 mm): 24" cir and set of dpn (see Notes). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; eight 7⁄8" buttons; size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook or sewing machine to secure steeks.

Gauge 22 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needle; 22 sts and 25 rnds = 4" in charted patt on larger needle.

True North Mittens

arwilliams — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:09:17 GMT

True North Mittens
Odessa Reichel

Adult sized mittens inspired by Canadian winters are kept secure on the hand with wide cuffs and a Latvian braided edging.

Finished Size 7¾ (9½)" hand circumference and 10 (12)" long. To fit women’s (men’s) medium. Mittens shown in smaller size.
Yarn Berroco Blackstone Tweed (65% wool, 25% superkid mohair, 10% angora; 130 yd [119 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #2601 clover honey (cream; A), #2608 quahog (brown; B), and #2637 plum island (purple; C), 1 skein each.
Needles Smaller size– size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Larger size– size 7 (4.5 mm): set of 4 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Gauge Smaller size: 25 sts and 31 rnds= 4" in colorwork patt. Larger size: 20 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in colorwork patt.

Angelfire Jacket

arwilliams — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:14:33 GMT

Angel Fire Jacket
Lisa Shroyer

Create this handsome, Southwestern-inspired cardigan using a variety of knitting techniques including stranded colorwork, intarsia, and double knitting.

Finished Size 33¼ (37, 44½, 48½, 52¼)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 37", modeled with 4" of ease.
Yarn Cascade Yarns Eco+ (100% Peruvian wool; 478 yd [440 m]/8¾ oz [250 g]): #2453 rust (MC), 2 (2, 3, 3, 3) skeins; #9451 teal (CC1) and #8014 cream (CC2), 2 skeins each.
Needles Sizes 8 and 9 (5 and 5.5 mm): 32" or longer circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Spare needles in larger size; tapestry needle; markers (m); stitch holders.
Gauge 16½ sts and 23 rows = 4" in single color St st on smaller needle; 17 sts and 17 rows = 4" in stranded colorwork on larger needle.

Parker River Vest

arwilliams — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:40:40 GMT

Parker River Vest
Elinor Brown

Knitted flat and sewn together, this cute child's vest is an excellent introduction to stranded colorwork.

Finished Size 18 (19½, 20½, 21, 23, 24½, 25, 26)" chest circumference; to fit ages 6 mos (12 mos, 18 mos, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6). Vest shown measures 19½".
Yarn Shibui Knits Merino Worsted (100% superwash merino wool; 191 yd [175 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #7498 seaweed (MC), 1 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s); #1765 blossom (CC), 1 skein.
Needles Body—size 8 (5 mm). Bands—size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; one½" button.
Gauge 20 sts and 26 rows = 4" in charted patt.

Elm Street Socks

LarissaG — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:39:49 GMT

Elm Street Socks
Elinor Brown

Stranded colorwork socks with traditional fair isle motif at cuff.

Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 9½" long from back of heel to tip of toe. Foot length is adjustable.
Yarn Blue Moon Fiber Arts Socks That Rock Lightweight (100% merino; 360 yd
[329 m]/4½ oz [127 g]): meet brown, Joe (MC), copperline (CC1), pondscum (CC2), Oregon red clover honey (CC3), spinel (CC4), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 1½ (2.5 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); spare needle smaller than size 1½; tapestry needle.
Gauge 30 sts and 40 rnds = 4" in Licing patt.

8,000 Feet Hoodie

LarissaG — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:01:08 GMT

8,000 Feet Hoodie
Amanda Scheuzger

Simple raglan cardigan with elegant colorwork in the hood and cuffs. Stranded colorwork hood is worked in the round with clever increases and decreases to achieve the right shape.

Finished Size 34 (37½, 40¼, 43, 45¾, 48¾, 52¼)" bust circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 37½", modeled with 4" of ease.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Suri Merino (60% baby suri, 40% merino; 164 yd [150 m]
/3½ oz [100 g]): #418 dusk (MC), 7 (7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 10) skeins; #416 meadow (A), #420 autumn (B), #415 harvest (C), and #417 seamist (D), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Size 5 (3.75 mm): 40" cir and set of dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; waste yarn; six¾" buttons.
Gauge 23 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 23 sts and 24 rows = 4" in colorwork patt on larger needles.

Cat's Eye Tam

LarissaG — Thu, 05 May 2011 19:50:36 GMT

Cat's Eye Tam
Mary Jane Mucklestone

Classic styling on a fun topper. A cat's eye lace pattern atop a simple Fair Isle band

Finished Size 19½" head circumference, with ribbing relaxed; will stretch to accommodate up to 22" head circumference.
Yarn Jamieson’s Shetland Spindrift (100% pure shetland wool; 114 yd [105 m]/25 g): #685 delft (blue; MC), 2 skeins; #120 eesit (white; CC1) and #525 crimson (red; CC2), 1 skein each. Yarn distributed by Simply Shetland.
Needles Ribbing—size 2 (2.75 mm): 16" circular (cir). Body—size 3 (3.25 mm): 16" cir and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; 10" diameter dinner plate for blocking.
Gauge 27 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in St st colorwork patt on larger needles; 20 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in cat’s eye patt on larger needles.

Mette-Marit Pullover

AmyPalmer — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:17:43 GMT

A great layering or standalone piece, this knitted tee features sweet cap sleeves and easy Fair Isle yoke patterning. The false button placket provides a great opportunity to add another layer of detail—plain or patterned ribbon, simple or sassy buttons? This tee is easy to customize.

Designer Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark
Sizes 33¼ (36, 39¼, 42¾, 49½)" bust; shown in size 33¼"
Yarn Rowan Amy Butler Belle Organic DK (50% organic wool, 50% organic cotton; 131 yd [119 m]/50 g):
• #014 robin’s egg (MC), 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) balls
• #006 moss (CC1), 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) balls
• #016 cilantro (CC2), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) ball(s)
• #001 indigo (CC3), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) ball(s)
• #010 ochre (CC4), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) ball(s)
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Gauge 22 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in St st and Fair Isle chart on larger needle
Tools
• Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
• Size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir needle and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle
• 6" of ⅝" wide ribbon
• Sewing needle and matching thread
• Three ½" buttons

Little Majolica

Sharon Zientara — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:33:11 GMT

Little Majolica
Designer Kristin Nicholas
Finished Size 27 (31, 35 ½)” chest circumference
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Worsted Hand-Dyes (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 100 yd [92 m]/100 g): #2010 terra-cotta, 9 (10, 11, 12 ,13) skeins.
Needles Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): straight. Sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4 mm): double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); removable markers; tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 20 rows = 4” in two-color stranded St st on largest needles.

Santa Fe Satchel

Sharon Zientara — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 16:22:49 GMT

Santa Fe Satchel
Designer Marta McCall
Finished Size 16” wide at top, 19 ½” wide at bottom, 5 ½” deep at base and 17” tall (excluding strap), after felting.
Yarn Manos del Uruguay (100% wool; 138 yd [126 m]/100 g): #45 dark blue (MC), 8 skeins; #66 red (A), 1 skein; #69 orange (B), 1 skein; #68 acid green (C), 1 skein; #04 sky blue (D), 1 skein; #Q medium blue (E), 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Design Source.
Needles Size 13 (9 mm): 32” circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry neede; embroidery eedle; embroidery floss to match MC; long quilting pins; disposable razor; 16” straight hex-open frame for top opening (available online from Ghee’s at www.ghees.com); 2 sets of 4 silver handbag feet (bag shown uses 6 feet, also available from Ghee’s); two 1 ½” silver carved octagon western buckles for straps (available from Oregon Leather Company; (503) 228-4105; six ¾” silver squash blossom buttons (JHB International #90627, www.buttons.com); 1/8” solid masonite board cut to 4 ½” X 18” to stiffen bottom of bag; optional fabric to cover masonite board.
Gauge 12 sts and 16 rows = 4” in St st before felting

Elementary Vest

AmyPalmer — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:49:23 GMT

Smart and sassy colorwork vest worked in two colors, with a third color added after knitting in the running stitch embellishment. Knit in the round to the placket, this pullover vest is a must-have staple to any wardrobe.

Designer Melissa Wehrle
Finished Size 32½ (36, 39¾, 43¼, 46¾, 50½)" bust circumference. Vest shown measures 32½", modeled with 1½" negative ease.
Yarn Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [177 m]/50 g): #016 burgundy (A), 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls; #057 pink heather (B), 2 balls; #098 purple heather (C), 1 ball. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Body—size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir). Ribbing—size 4 (3.5 mm): 24" cir. Armholes—size 4 (3.5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn) or 16" cir needle. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); waste yarn; tapestry needle; sewing needle and matching thread; three ⅝" buttons (optional).
Gauge 27 sts and 29 rows = 4" in plaid patt in the rnd on larger needles.

Cloisonné Jacket

AmyPalmer — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:19:18 GMT

An A-line jacket is worked with two colors in lace, stockinette, and stranded colorwork. Set-in sleeves, a gentle collar, and a rustic yarn combine in a sophisticated sweater. Sizes include plus sizes.

Designer Deborah Helmke
Finished Size 38 (42, 46, 50, 54)" bust circumference. Jacket shown measures 38", modeled with a few inches positive ease.
Yarn Berroco Ultra Alpaca (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 215 yd [198 m]/100 g): #6279 potting soil mix (MC), 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) skeins; #6294 turquoise mix (CC), 2 (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins.
Needles Lace, Fair Isle, and sleeves—size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Yokes, collar, and facing—size 6 (4 mm): 24" cir and straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; 1 silver hook-and-eye closure.
Gauge 18 sts and 18 rows = 4" in two-color stranded St st on larger needles; 18 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st on smaller needles; 15-st/10-row rep of lace patt = about 4" wide and 1¾ " long.

Correction: Page 61 under Sleeves

Shape cap: BO 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) sts at beg of next 2 rows—50 (52, 54, 56, 58) sts rem. (RS) Dec 1 st each side every other row 10 (12, 14, 14, 14) times, every 4 rows 2 (1, 0, 0, 0) times, then every other row 2 times—22 (22, 22, 24, 26) sts rem. BO 5 (5, 5, 6, 7) sts at beg of next 2 rows—12 sts rem. BO rem sts.

Singalong Sweater

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:10:20 GMT

A children's pullover is worked in pieces and seamed. A backetweave stitch pattern and colorwork panel decorate a fun and fast kid's sweater.

Designer Kristin Nicholas
Finished Size 24 (28, 32, 36)" chest circumference, to fit children’s sizes 2–4 (6–8, 10–12, 14–16). Sweater shown measures 32", modeled on an 11-year-old.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Julia (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% mohair; 93 yd [85 m]/50 g): #NHJ0178 harvest spice (A), 5 (5, 6, 6) balls; #NHJ2163 golden honey (B), #NHJ6416 midnight blue (C), and #NHJ5185 spring green (D), 1 ball each.
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): straight and 16" circular (cir). Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; markers (m).
Gauge 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in basket st on larger needles; 20 sts and 22 rows = 4" in Fair Isle on larger needles.

Aspinwall Pullover

AmyPalmer — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:03:45 GMT

Intermediate men's pullover with zipper placket, raglan shaping, and Fair Isle stranded colorwork. Worked in the round from the bottom up for seamless knitting, this sweater features brioche stitch trim, subtle Fair Isle bands, and an alpaca/wool/silk blend he'll love.

Designer Susan Dittrich
Finished Size 42 (45½, 47¼, 49, 52¼)" chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 42".
Yarn The Fibre Company Terra (40% baby alpaca, 40% wool, 20% silk; 98 yd [90 m]/50 g): slate (MC), 15 (18, 19, 20, 22) skeins; yarrow, indigo medium, olive leaf, and iron, 1 skein each. Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 7 (4.5 mm): 32" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Half brioche patt—size 6 (4 mm): 32" cir and dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• safety pin;
• tapestry needle;
• 9" closed-ended zipper;
• sewing thread and needle.
Gauge 19 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 18½ sts and 40 rows = 4" in half brioche st, slightly stretched.