Patterns : Interweave Knits, #2 - Fine, Three needle bind-off

Tatiana's Sweater

Sharon Zientara — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:17:56 GMT

This figure flattering lace and cable sweater uses smaller needles at the waist for hourglass shaping. Worked in the round to the armholes.

Designer: Raye Schwartz
Finished Size: 40 (50)" bust circumference, lightly blocked. Pullover shown measures 40", modeled with about 7" of ease.
Yarn: Valley Yarn Valley Superwash (100% extra fine merino; 97 yd [89 m]/50 g): #913 mauve, 18 (22) balls. Yarn distributed by WEBS. See note below.
Needles: Sizes 2 (2.75 mm), 3 (3.25 mm), and 4 (3.5 mm): 36" circular (cir). Size 2 (2.75 mm): Set of double-pointed needles (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; waste yarn.
Gauge: 24 sts and 36 rnds = 4" in Cable and Lace chart on size 4 needle, lightly blocked; 26 sts and 40 rnds = 4" on size 3 needle.

Clarification, A note from the designer:

The yarn used for this sweater is classified as Worsted weight; the ball band recommends size 8 (5 mm) needles to get a gauge of 4.5 sts per inch. It has great loft and “behaves” nicely as a DK weight!

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.

Chevron Market Bag

AmyPalmer — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:57:15 GMT

A knitted market bag is worked in the round from the bottom up. The flat gusseted bottom, strap, and exterior sections are worked in a brioche pattern, while a lace pattern is worked in the center of the bag body.

Designer Kristen TenDyke
Finished Size 28" circumference and 15" tall, not including strap.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Creative Focus Cotton (100% mercerized cotton; 93 yd [84 m]/50 g): #24 ivory, 7 balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 4 (3.5 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.
Gauge Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Nordique Swing

AmyPalmer — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:38:21 GMT

Woman's intermediate cardigan with cropped silhouette, slight A-line shape, and allover lace pattern. The standup collar is achieved with back neck extensions that join fronts with back while working short-rows and shaping.

Designer Véronik Avery
Finished Size 32¾ (35¼, 38, 40¾, 43¼, 46, 48¾)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 38", modeled with 3" positive ease.
Yarn St-Denis Nordique (100% wool; 150 yd [138 m]/50 g): #5852 eggplant, 7 (8, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) balls. Yarn distributed by Classic Elite Yarns.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 3 (3.25 mm): straight and 24" or longer circular (cir). Ribbing—size 2½ (3 mm): 24" or longer cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Stitch holders;
• tapestry needle;
• markers (m);
• eight ⅝" buttons.
Gauge 24 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Errata

Right-back neck extension:

Row 3: Knit to last 2 sts, ssk (last front st and next back neck st).