Patterns : Interweave Knits, #2 - Fine, knit in the round

Nitid Cowl

AmyPalmer — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 21:19:05 GMT

A great accessory for winter, this cowl is both simple and challenging. The tubular cast-on and tubular sewn bind-off provide practice to expand your knitting skills, and the faux-cable gives you that classic cable look without a cable needle.

Designer Sarah Fama
Finished Size 17¾ (19¾)" circumference and 8 (9¼)" tall.
Yarn Blue Moon Fiber Arts Woobu (60% merino, 40% bamboo; 620 yd [566 m]/226 g): KO-Going For Gold, 1 skein.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): 20" circular (cir). Size 7 (4.5 mm) or smaller: 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 23 sts and 26 rows = 4" in faux cable st, washed and blocked.

Pinwheel Beret

AmyPalmer — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 20:49:35 GMT

Get a sneak peek at Anne Berk’s method for knitting intarsia in the round with this colorful hat pattern.

Designer Ann Berk
Finished Size 20½" circumference at brim and 28¾" circumference at widest point.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Sport Weight (100% alpaca; 110 yd [101 m]/50 g): #527 chartreuse (A), #538 hibiscus (B), #535 bluejay (C), and #537 buttercup (D), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 34 rows = 4" in St st.

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.

Bells & Whistles Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:51:35 GMT

Womens' intermediate sock pattern with a cheveron lace pattern on the leg.

Designer Mona Schmidt
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 9" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s U.S. shoe size 9.
Yarn Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [178 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #98 lavender, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 22 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd.

A Holiday Stocking

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:47:44 GMT

A cheerful intermediate holiday stocking in a traditional Estonian pattern.

Designer Nancy Bush
Finished Size About 12" around top opening and 12" from top of leg to bottom of heel
Yarn Dale of Norway Heilo (100% wool, 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #4137 red, #0017 natural, #7562 green.
Needles Sizes 3 (3.25 mm) and 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Gauge 12 sts and 14 rnds = 2" in circular, patterned stockinette stitch on larger needles before blocking

Algonquin Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:45:54 GMT

Intermediate colorwork socks that can be knit for a woman or a child.

Designer Gayle Bunn
Finished Size About 7½ (9)" foot circumference and 7¾ (9¼)" foot length. To fit a child (woman).
Yarn Brown Sheep Nature Spun Sport Weight (100% wool; 184 yd [168 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): 1 ball each of 8 colors. Child’s version shown in #N04 blue knight (navy; MC), #N80 mountain purple (A), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #109 spring green, #N17 French clay (orange), #N46 red fox, #308 sunburst gold, and #200 Bordeaux (burgundy). Adult version shown in #N46 red fox (MC), #308 sunburst gold (A), #N17 French clay (orange), #200 Bordeaux (burgundy), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #N80 mountain purple, #109 spring green, and #N04 blue knight (navy). Note: 1 ball of each color is sufficient to make both pairs of socks shown.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 25 stitches and 30 rounds = 4" in St st charted patterns, worked in the round.

Bazaar Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:43:00 GMT

Intermediate socks sized to fit adult women. Intricate colorwork evokes the idea of a colorful bazaar. Knit toe-up.

Designer Priscilla Gibson-Roberts
Finished Size 7½" foot circumference, 6¼" long from cuff to top of heel, and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 8.
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fine (80% cotton; 20% wool; 222 yd [203 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). See pattern for colors.
Needles Sizes 0 (2 mm) and 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Waste yarn for provisional CO;
• markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 2" on smaller needles in striped toe/heel patt

Peek-A-Boo Cloche

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:16:02 GMT

Womens' intermediate hat with a lining that's knit first and then overlapped by the lace design. Simple lace charts create a stunning peek-a-boo pattern in contrasting colors.

Designer Mona Schmidt
Finished Size About 19½" head circumference and 8¼" tall, after blocking. Will stretch to fit up to 23" head circumference.
Yarn Reynolds Soft Sea Wool (100% wool; 162 yd [148 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #853 orange (MC) and #969 red (CC), 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Lining and brim—size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn) and 16" circular (cir). Lace outer layer—size 4 (3.5 mm): set of 4 or 5 dpn and 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 13 sts and 23 rnds = 2" in St st on smaller needles worked in the round, after blocking.

Enid Cardigan

AmyPalmer — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:17:50 GMT

Designer Véronik Avery
Finished size 33 (36, 38¾, 41½, 44¼, 47, 49¾)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 36".
Yarn Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [178 m]/50 g): #59 charcoal (MC), 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) balls; #53 teal, #98 lavender, #103 green, #86 raspberry, #16 burgundy, and #4 light blue, 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Body and sleeves-size 4 (3.5 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir) and set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Hem, neckband, and front bands-size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir and set of 5 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Smooth, contrasting waste yarn for provisional cast-on;
• stitch holders;
• nine ½" buttons;
• sewing machine or sharp-point sewing needle and matching thread for sewing steek;
• size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 26 sts and 34 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needles.