Patterns : Interweave Knits Fall 2012, Colorwork

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.

Pluie Cardigan

arwilliams — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:42:16 GMT

PLUIE CARDIGAN
Alex Capshaw-Taylor

An all-over umbrella motif adds sweetly vintage charm to a fitted cardigan. Sweater is worked with intarsia colorwork and contrast color edging for a polished look.

Finished Size 34½ (38½, 43, 47, 50½)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 34½ ", modeled with minimal ease.

Yarn Jamieson's Shetland Spindrift (100% Shetland wool; 115 yd [105 m]/7⁄8 oz [25 g]): #273 foxglove (purple; MC), 10 (11, 13, 15, 17) balls; #179 buttermilk (cream; CC), 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) balls. Yarn distributed by Simply Shetland.

Needles Sizes 1½ (2.5 mm) and 3 (3.25 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); removable m; tapestry needle; yarn bobbins; seven 5⁄8" buttons.

Gauge 28 sts and 38 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Painted Lady Boho Bag

arwilliams — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:48:33 GMT

PAINTED LADY BOHO BAG
Meghan Jones

Intricate colorwork and unique construction combine for a fun and funky handbag project. Bag is worked in two colors of variegated yarn for an unexpected color combination.

Finished Size 12¼" wide and 9½" tall, excluding strap; 28" strap.

Yarn Schoppel Wolle Zauberball Stärke 6 (75% superwash wool, 25% nylon; 437 yd [400 m]/5¼ oz [150 g]): #2099 blue/natural variegated (MC) and #2090 orange/green variegated (CC), 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by Skacel.

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

Notions Markers (m); removable m; stitch holders; tapestry needle; sew-on snap.

Gauge 30 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in charted patt on larger needle.

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.

Big Tile Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:35:51 GMT

BIG TILE PULLOVER
Margaux Hufnagel

A bold mosaic-inspired design decorates the front of this sweater. The colors are classic, but the short sleeves, chunky yarn, and thick cowl neck are utterly modern. Piece is worked in the round from the bottom up.

Finished Size 33¼ (36, 38¾, 40, 44, 46¾, 49¼, 52)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 36", modeled with moderate ease.

Yarn Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun Chunky (100% wool; 155 yd [142 m]/7 oz [200 g]): #N91C Aran (MC) 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 6, 6) skeins; #110 blueberry (CC1) and #145 salmon (CC2), 1 skein each.

Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 16" and 32" circulars (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Size 10 (6 mm): 32" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.

Gauge 12 sts and 18 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needles.

A Horse, of Course

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:40:38 GMT

A HORSE, OF COURSE
Stacey Gerbman

Surprise and delight any child with a handknit hobby horse. This quick to knit project is perfect for gift giving and playing with new color combinations.

Finished Size 15½ " long and 12" circumference when stuffed.

Yarn Berroco Peruvia (100% Peruvian Highland wool; 174 yd [160 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #7104 oats (MC), #7194 profunda (teal; CC1), #7195 baya (purple; CC2), #7122 avocado (green; CC3), #7192 sol (yellow; CC4), #7110 naranja (orange; CC5), and #7191 pimienta (red; CC6), 1 skein of each color.

Needles Size 10 (6 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Size 7 (4.5 mm): 2 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook; polyester fiberfill; broom handle or dowel rod.

Gauge 16 sts and 19 rnds = 4" in St st. Gauge is not that crucial for this project.