Patterns : Interweave Knits, Intermediate, Pullover

Baby Faroe

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:05:51 GMT

Designer Ashley Rao
Finished Size 19¼ (22)" chest circumference, zipped. Cardigan shown measures 22".
Yarn Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun Fingering (100% wool; 310 yd [283 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #880 charcoal (MC), 2 balls; #740 snow (CC1) and #N46 red fox (CC2), 1 ball each.
Needles Sizes 1 (2.25 mm) and 2 (2.75 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; 10 (12)" separating zipper; sewing needle and thread.
Gauge 35 sts and 36 rnds = 4" in charted patt on larger needle.

Colorwork cardigan for children worked from the top down. This baby jacket is knit in the round and uses steeking.

Olivier Pullover

AmyPalmer — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:36:05 GMT

A woman's classic pullover is fresh with cropped hem, deep ribbed hem, shawl collar, set-in sleeves, shoulder shaping, and several charted texture patterns.

Designer Coralie Meslin
Finished Size 34½ (36, 40½, 44, 48½, 51)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 36", modeled with 2" positive ease.
Yarn Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% wool; 183 yd [167 m]/100 g): #831 fawn/ autumn tweed, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 22 sts of Triangle chart = 3½" wide; 18 sts of Argyle chart = 3½" wide.

Chesapeake Pullover

Sharon Zientara — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:46:35 GMT

Men’s pullover with set-in sleeves and shawl collar.

Designer Kathy Zimmerman
Finished Size 40 (44, 49, 54)" chest circumference, after blocking. Pullover shown measures 44".
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% merino; 215 yd [197 m]/ 100 g): #CW365 peridot, 7 (8, 9, 10) skeins.
Needles Sizes 4 (3.5 mm) and 6 (4 mm). Neckband—sizes 4 (3.5 mm) and 6 (4 mm): 24" circulars (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cotton waste yarn for CO; size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook; one 1" toggle button; tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 30 rows = 4" in textured rib st on larger needles, after blocking; 20 sts and 31 rows = 4" in sand st on larger needles, after blocking.

Vining Vest

AmyPalmer — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 21:36:08 GMT

Women's knitted pullover vest with cabled front edges. Worked flat with picked-up stitches for the back cabled edge. A perfect layering piece!

Designer Cheryl Beckerich
Finished Size 37½ (40, 44, 48½, 53)" bust circumference, slightly stretched. Vest shown measures 37½", modeled with a few inches positive ease.
Yarn Austermann Natura (46% merino, 28% bamboo, 12% cotton, 7% baby alpaca, 7% mohair; 110 yd [100 m]/50 g): #0012 light gray, 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) skeins. Yarn distributed by Skacel.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; tapestry needle; cable needle (cn).
Gauge 14 sts and 18 rows = 4" in St st.

French Braid Pullover

AmyPalmer — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 21:42:28 GMT

Woman’s intermediate raglan pullover with cables, offered in two lengths. The dramatic cables are worked on front, back, and sleeves. Waist shaping keeps the structured silhouette flattering. Knitting in the round makes for seamless knitting.

Designer Angela Hahn
Finished Size 31 (34¾, 38½, 42¼, 46, 49¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 34¾" and 25" long (shorter length option), modeled with minimal ease.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Natur (100% organic wool; 87 yd [80 m]/50 g): #1.600 cocoa, 11 (13, 14, 15, 17, 18) skeins for shorter version; 12 (13, 15, 16, 17, 19) skeins for longer version. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Body—size 8 (5 mm): 32" and 20" circulars (cir). Sleeves—size 8 (5 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn) and (optional) 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 17 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in St st; 28 sts of plait cable patt measure 3½" wide.

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.

George Street Pullover and Cowl

AmyPalmer — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:41:28 GMT

Sweater and matching cowl with an eyelet lace that resembles the striping effect of plaid. The pullover is knit in the round to the armholes, and the shoulders are shaped with short-rows.

Designer Amy Christoffers
Finished Size 28¾ (32, 35¼, 38½, 41½, 44¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 32", modeled with about 2" negative ease. Cowl: 19¼" circumference and 11¼" high.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Melange (100% baby alpaca; 110 yd [101 m]/50 g): #806 salsa (orange), 7 (8, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins for sweater, 2 skeins for cowl.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 4 (3.5 mm): 24" circular (cir), 16" cir, and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Hem— size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir, 16" cir, and set of dpn. Cowl—size 4 (3.5 mm): 16" cir. Hem—size 3 (3.25 mm): 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; waste yarn for provisional CO (cowl only).
Gauge 20 sts and 29 rnds = 4" in patt on larger needle, gently blocked.

Leyfi Pullover

AmyPalmer — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:22:10 GMT

Lace panels flow out from the neck in a top-down seamless yoke pullover. Worked in the round, this unique sweater is worked in a chunky gauge, with two different yarns held together.

Designer Rosemary (Romi) Hill
Finished Size 36 (40, 44, 48, 52)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 36", modeled with 2" positive ease.
Yarn S. Charles Collezione Tinka (100% merino; 108 yd [99 m]/50 g): #05 jade, 9 (9, 10, 12, 13) skeins. Filatura di Crosa Superior (70% cashmere, 30% silk; 330 yd [302 m]/25 g): #42 lime chiffon, 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) skeins.. Yarns distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st with one strand of each yarn held together.

Hawthorn Pullover

AmyPalmer — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:07:26 GMT

Twisting rope cables emerge from patterned ribbing to form the body pattern of this intermediate women's pullover. A squared boatneck and easy fit make this the perfect sweater to dress up or down.

Designer Kathy Zimmerman
Finished Size 31 (36, 41, 46, 51)" bust circumference, after blocking. Sweater shown measures 36", modeled with zero ease.
Yarn Fibra Natura Shepherd’s Own (100% wool; 250 yd [227 m]/100 g): #40003 light brown heather, 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) skeins. Yarn distributed by Universal Yarn
Needles Sizes 8 (5 mm) and 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 27 sts and 26 rows = 4" in charted patt on larger needles, slightly stretched, after blocking.

Beach House Pullover

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:38:28 GMT

A woman's menswear-inspired pullover features allover cables, a shawl collar, saddle shoulders, and set-in sleeves. The sweater is worked in pieces and seamed.

Designer Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark
Finished Size 38½ (42, 46, 50, 54)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 38½", modeled with 4" positive ease.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Creative Focus Worsted (75% wool, 25% alpaca; 220 yd [201 m]/100 g): #CFW.1265 new fern, 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) skeins.
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 8 (5 mm): straight. Ribbing—size 5 (3.75 mm): straight and 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; stitch holder; cable needle (cn).
Gauge 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 25 sts and 24 rows = 4" in staghorn cable patt on larger needles.

Daisy-Stitch Tunic

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:29:16 GMT

A tank is worked in two pieces and seamed. A cluster stitch pattern adorns side slits and the Mandarin-style neck placket and collar. This tunic features waist shaping.

Designer Jean Suzuki
Finished Size 33 (36, 38½ , 41½ , 44, 48)" bust circumference. Tunic shown measures 36", modeled with 2" positive ease.
Yarn Karabella Zodiac (100% cotton; 98 yd [90 m]/50 g): #418 light blue, 8 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) balls.
Needles Body—size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir). Collar and edgings—size 4 (3.5 mm): 16" and 24" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; markers (m); removable markers; tapestry needle; one clasp.
Gauge 19 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle.

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.

Persephone Shell

AmyPalmer — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:48:30 GMT

A fun summer top is worked in two yarns and features customized bust shaping in the draped bodice. Short-rows shapes the body.

Designer Lien Ngo
Finished Size 27¾ (30½, 33½, 36¼, 39¾, 42½, 45½)" underbust circumference (see Notes). Top shown measures 30½ " underbust with draped bust for A-cup bra size.
Yarn Rowan Wool Cotton (50% merino, 50% cotton; 123 yd [112 m]/50 g): #908 inky (black; MC), 4 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins.
Rowan Bamboo Soft (100% bamboo viscose; 112 yd [102 m]/50 g): #118 mystic (turquoise; CC), 2 (2, 2–3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins, depending on cup size.
Yarns distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Body and draped bust—size 4 (3.5 mm): 16–24" circular (cir), depending on size. Hem—size 3 (3.25 mm): 16–24" cir, depending on size. I-cord—size 4 (3.5 mm): 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Waste yarn; markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge Gauge 22 sts and 35 rnds = 4" in St st with MC on larger needle; 26 sts and 39 rows = 4" in St st with CC on larger needle.

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.

Lacy Ribbons

AmyPalmer — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:28:11 GMT

An intermediate women's pullover with seamless yoke is worked in the round with a laceweight yarn. Stripes of a lacy pattern and an opaque pattern with the yarn doubled create a strong graphic. Seamless knitting from the bottom up.

Designer Rosemary (Romi) Hill
Finished Size 32½ (36½, 40½, 45¾, 49¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 32½", modeled with some negative ease.
Yarn ShibuiKnits Silk Cloud (60% mohair, 40% silk; 330 yd [302 m]/25 g): #SC229 mulberry, 4 (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Size 6 (4 mm): 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• stitch holders;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in lacy patt on larger needle, after blocking; 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in opaque stripe patt with yarn doubled on larger needle, after blocking.