Patterns : Interweave Knits Fall 2012, Charts

Three's a Charm Tam

arwilliams — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:03:14 GMT

THREE'S A CHARM TAM
Catherine Shields

Tweedy yarn and heavy texture add up to the perfect accessory for crisp weather. Cabled panels alternate with blocks of trinity stitch for a knit that keeps your interest.

Finished Size 20" circumference at brim, 30" circumference at widest point.

Yarn Tahki Yarns Tara Tweed (80% wool, 20% nylon; 1 122 yd [112 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #013 rosewood, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki-Stacy Charles Inc.

Needles Brim-size 3 (3.25 mm): 16" circular (cir). Body-size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" cir and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.

Gauge 17 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in Trinity St on larger needle; 30 sts of Cable chart = 5¼" wide.

Roam Tunic

arwilliams — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:46:30 GMT

ROAM TUNIC
Amy Christoffers

Smooth, drapey alpaca streamlines the look of a cabled tunic. A slim fit and kangaroo pocket keep chunky cables modern. Piece is knit flat and seamed.

Finished Size 30½ (35½, 40½, 45¼, 50¼)" bust circumference. Tunic shown measures 30½", modeled with negative ease.

Yarn Alpaca with a Twist Big Baby (100% baby alpaca; 82 yd [75 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #0094 harvest, 10 (10, 11, 12, 13) skeins.

Needles Body-sizes 10 (6 mm) and 10½ (6.5 mm): straight. Collar and sleeves-size 10 (6 mm): 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Gauge 13 sts and 17 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 15 sts and 20 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib on smaller needles; 34 sts of Cable chart = 8½ " wide.

Gretel's Mittens

arwilliams — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:39:46 GMT

GRETEL'S MITTENS
Allison Haas

Twisted stitches sharply define a sophisticated herringbone texture while bobbles act as faux buttons. Mittens are knit top down using the magic loop method.

Finished Size 8" hand circumference and 10¼" long.

Yarn Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted (100% superwash merino wool; 225 yd [206 m]/4 oz [113 g]): harvest, 1 skein.

Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; contrasting waste yarn.

Gauge 32 sts and 32 rows = 4" in chart patt (rep Rows 17-24, ignoring thumb placement).

Downton Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:38:51 GMT

DOWNTON PULLOVER
Amy Keefer

A full peter pan collar, buttoned cuffs, and an all-over honeycomb pattern give sophisticated appeal to this tailored pullover. Piece is worked circularly and back and forth, with collar attached separately.

Finished Size 35½ (39¼, 43¼, 48¼, 52¼)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 35½", modeled with moderate ease.

Yarn Classic Elite Yarns Fresco (60% wool, 30% baby alpaca, 10% angora; 164 yd [150 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #5346 mallard blue (MC), 4 (6, 7, 8, 8) balls; #5345 taupe (CC), 3 (4, 4, 5, 6) balls.

Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): 32" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Size 3 (3.25 mm): 32" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; size D (3.25 mm) crochet hook; ten ¼" buttons.

Gauge 25 sts and 25 rows = 4" in charted patt on larger needles.

Aspen Satchel

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:33:25 GMT

ASPEN SATCHEL
Erica Schlueter

Cables and bobbles pop in high relief when worked in a chunky yarn and felted. A great first felting or cable project.

Finished Size After felting: About 14½" wide, 11" tall, and 3½ " deep.

Yarn Universal Yarn Deluxe Chunky (100% wool; 120 yd [110 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #3702 winter white, 6 skeins.

Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); removable m; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.

Gauge 12 sts and 16 rows = 4" in St st (before felting); 18 sts and 18 rows = 4" (before felting) in chart patts.

Aran Sampler Cowl

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:44:52 GMT

ARAN SAMPLER COWL
Ginevra Martin

With all the texture and technique of a traditional Aran sweater, this snuggly cowl makes a perfect gift for someone special (or yourself!). Piece is knit in the round with just two skeins of luxurious yarn.

Finished Size 24" circumference and 8" high.

Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Suri Merino (60% baby suri, 40% merino; 164 yd [150 m m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #418 dusk, 2 skeins.

Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir). Size 8 (5 mm): Two double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Two cable needles (cn); stitch markers (m); tapestry needle.

Gauge 18 sts and 23 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 26 sts and 28 rows = 4" in Chart E patt on larger needles.

Amstel Hat

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:42:48 GMT

AMSTEL HAT
Courtney Kelley

A classic textured hat with a tactile chevron texture. Hat is worked from the top down using an invisible cast on.

Finished Size 20" brim circumference, with ribbing stretched.

Yarn The Fibre Company Road to China (65% baby alpaca, 15% silk, 10% camel, 10% cashmere; 69 yd [63 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): blue tourmaline, 2 skeins. Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.

Needles Body-size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Brim-size 6 (4 mm): 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.

Gauge 16 sts and 28 rows = 4" in charted patt (Rows 11-24) on larger needles.

Sweetheart Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:38:04 GMT

SWEETHEART PULLOVER
Kate Knuff

Intricate cables, a feminine neckline, neat waist shaping, and smart facings make this a perfect pullover. Bulky alpaca yarn gives unexpected coziness to a fitted piece.

Finished Size 27½ (32, 35, 39½, 43½ , 47, 51)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32", modeled with negative ease.

Yarn Cascade Yarns Baby Alpaca Chunky (100% baby alpaca; 108 yd [99 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #573 lemon yellow, 5 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins.

Needles Sizes 10½ (6.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); removable m; stitch holders; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; waste yarn for provisional CO; spare needle in same size or smaller than smaller needle.

Gauge 15 sts and 18 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle; 23 sts of cable panel = 4¼" wide.

Blooming Forest Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:34:04 GMT

BLOOMING FOREST PULLOVER
Kristen TenDyke

A forest-inspired pattern of cables, bobbles and lace decorate the front of this cozy pullover. The classic-looking shape is knit seamlessly beginning with the sleeves.

Finished Size 32 (35, 38, 41¼, 44¼, 47¼, 50¼, 53¼)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 35", modeled with moderate ease.

Yarn Classic Elite Yarns Verde Collection Woodland (65% wool, 35% nettles; 131 yd [120 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #3154 red grape, 9 (10, 10, 11, 12, 12, 13, 14) balls.

Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): 16", 32", and 40" circulars (cir). Size 5 (3.75 mm): 40" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); removable m; waste yarn for provisional CO; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.

Gauge 22 sts and 29 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib on larger needle; 21 sts and 27 rnds = 4" in St st on smaller needle.