Patterns : Sweater, Interweave Knits

Midsummer Aran

arwilliams — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:44:18 GMT

MIDSUMMER ARAN

Ginevra Martin

The Aran is converted to a summer garment with allover lace patterning and a V-neck. Sweater is knit in the round from the bottom up.

Finished Size 35 (39¼, 43½, 47¾, 52)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 35".

Yarn Lanaknits Hemp for Knitting Cashmere Canapa (60% cotton, 30% cashmere, 10% hemp; 120 yd [110 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #074 coliseum, 9 (9, 10, 11, 13) balls.

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

correct gauge.

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

Gauge 22 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle.

Colonnade Jacket

arwilliams — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:48:39 GMT

COLONNADE JACKET

Amy Miller

Lace columns and an I-cord edging dress up a swingy cardigan. Jacket is knit flat in one piece from the bottom up.

Finished Size 35¼ (39¼, 43¼, 47¼, 51¼)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 35¼".

Yarn Plymouth Yarn Jeannee (51% cotton, 49% acrylic; 111 yd [101 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #0024, 9 (11, 12, 13, 15) skeins.

Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 32" circular (cir) and 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st.

Currant Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:53:10 GMT

CURRANT CARDIGAN
Margie Mitchell

A scooped neck and no ribbing modernize the classic cabled cardigan. Wavy and pod cables give a whimsical appeal to this staple piece.

Finished Size 39 (43½, 48, 53, 56½)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 39", modeled with moderate ease.
Yarn Bergère de France Magic + (50%_superwash wool, 50% acrylic; 87 yd [80 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #23246 corail, 15 (17, 19, 21, 23) balls.
Needles Sizes 8 (5 mm), 7 (4.5 mm), and 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); removable m; cable needle (cn); stitch holders; tapestry needle; three 7/8" buttons.
Gauge 17 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on largest needles; Wavy Cable chart with one Rope Cable chart on each side = 5½" wide on largest needles.

Zooey's Sweater

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:54:30 GMT

ZOOEY'S SWEATER

Maria Leigh

Polka dots and picot edgings give sweet vintage appeal to a three quarter sleeved pullover. Piece is knit in the round; yoke shaping gives the appearance of a set-in sleeve.

Finished Size 32¼ (36½, 40¾, 44¾, 49)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32¼".

Yarn Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK (100% extrafine merino; 137 yd [125 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #04 biscuit (MC), 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) balls; #08 copper (CC), 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) balls. Yarn distributed by WEBS.

Needles Sizes 2½ (3 mm) and 4 (3.5 mm): 24" 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 23 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in charted patt on larger needle.

Sylvia's Pullover

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:49:21 GMT

SYLVIA'S PULLOVER

Maria Leigh

A wide boatneck and bouncy superwash yarn make a traditional Aran sweater modern. Piece is begun in the round and split at underarms with twisted stitches and cable pattern.

Finished Size 31¾ (35¾, 39¾, 45¾, 47¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 35¾ ".

Yarn Plymouth Select Worsted Merino Superwash (100% superwash fine merino wool; 218 yd [199 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #30 azalea pink, 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) skeins.

Needles Sizes 4 (3.5 mm) and 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

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

Gauge 20 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in rev St st on larger needle.

Plaits and Links Cardigan

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:29:24 GMT

PLAITS AND LINKS CARDIGAN

Kathy Zimmerman

A cropped silhouette livens up a classic cabled cardigan. A wooly, Shetland-style yarn gives definition to Aran styling. Back and fronts are worked separately with raglan shaping.

Finished Size 37¾ (41, 44¾, 48, 51¾)" bust circumference, buttoned, with fronts overlapped about 1½". Cardigan shown measures 37¾".

Yarn Green Mountain Spinnery Wonderfully Woolly (100% New England wool; 250 yards [228 m]/4 oz [115 g]): #7404 lichen 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) skeins.

Needles Neckband and cuffs-size 5 (3.75 mm): 16" circular (cir). Body and sleeves-size 7 (4.5 mm): straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); stitch holders; tapestry needle; three ⅝" buttons.

Gauge 18 sts and 26 rows = 4" in Seed st on larger needles; 12 sts of Chart A = 2¼ " wide on larger needles; 18 sts of Chart B = 3½" wide on larger needles; 12 sts of Charts C and D = 2" wide on larger needles.

Bibbed Shirtwaist

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 20:33:51 GMT

BIBBED SHIRTWAIST

Amy Miller

The trim tailoring of a tuxedo bib is made feminine in this fitted pullover. Piece is knit from the bottom up; sleeves are knit flat and seamed.

Finished Size 32½ (36½, 40½, 44½, 48½)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32½".

Yarn Knit One, Crochet Too Meadow Silk (70% highland wool, 30% tussah silk; 200 yd [183 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #520 sage, 4 (5, 5, 6, 7) skeins.

Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; 12 (13, 14, 15, 16) 7⁄16" buttons.

Gauge 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st.

Arrow Pullover

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 20:28:31 GMT

ARROW PULLOVER

Katya Frankel

Faux seams and a deep cowl neck tailor a clean pullover sweater. Sweater is worked bottom-up and in the round.

Finished Size 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32".

Yarn Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend (70% merino wool, 30% silk; 150 yd [137 m m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #300C powder (light blue), 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) skeins. Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers.

Needles Sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 22 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in St st on smaller needle.

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.

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.

Jon's Sweater

arwilliams — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:46:05 GMT

JON'S SWEATER
Sarah Wilson

With its simple construction and subtle plaid texture, this men's sweater will please the knitter and wearer. Piece is knit flat and seamed.

Finished Size 38 (42, 46, 50, 54)" chest circumference. Pullover shown measures 46".

Yarn Anzula Luxury Fibers For Better or Worsted (80% superwash merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 200 yd [182 m]/4 oz [115 g]): navy, 6 (7, 7, 8, 8) hanks.

Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): straight and 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Marker; tapestry needle.

Gauge 16 sts and 23 rows = 4" in St st.

Hepburn Pullover

arwilliams — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 22:42:35 GMT

HEPBURN PULLOVER
Jennifer Wood

Spiraling cables travel up a mock turtle neck in this cozy women's pullover. Piece is knit top down and in the round.

Finished Size 35¾ (39½, 43¼, 48, 52¾, 56½)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 35¾ ", modeled with moderate ease.

Yarn Manos del Uruguay Maxima (100% merino; 219 yd [200 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #M2145 coral, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 9) skeins. Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers.

Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" and 32" circulars (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 17 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in St st; 6 sts of Turtleneck and Cuff chart = 1¼" wide.

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.