Patterns : Sweater, Raglan, Backward-Loop Cast-On

Michaela Tee

AmyPalmer — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:24:52 GMT

Designer Terri Kruse
Sizes 33½ (36¼, 38½, 40¾, 43¼, 45½, 47½)" bust circumference; shown in size 33½"
Yarn Rowan Amy Butler Belle Organic DK (50% organic wool, 50% organic cotton; 131 yd [120 m]/50 g):
• #002 cornflower, 7 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9, 10) skeins
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Gauge 22 sts and 31 rows = 4" in St st
Tools • Size 6 (4 mm): 32" and 40" circular (cir) needles and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle
• Two ⅝" buttons

Top-down women’s raglan pullover with button placket detail.

Slip-Stitch Layers

AmyPalmer — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:27:26 GMT

Woman's intermediate top-down raglan pullover with slip-stitch colorwork. This sweater is worked in the round for seamless knitting. A DK weight wool makes for a light and comfortable sweater, and is washable.

Designer Simona Merchant-Dest
Finished Size 33¼ (34¾, 38¼, 41¾, 45¼, 48½, 52)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 34¾", modeled with minimal ease.
Yarn Mission Falls 136 Merino Superwash (100% superwash merino; 136 yd [124 m]/50 g): #009 nectar (red-brown; MC), 7 (7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 11) skeins; #019 mist (sage green; CC), 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) skeins. Yarn distributed by CNS Yarns.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 5 (3.75 mm): 16", 24", and 32" (or longer) circulars (cir), and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• stitch holders;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 28 sts and 40 rnds = 4" in slip st patt; 31 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in 10×2 rib patt

Cottage Lace Cardigan

AmyPalmer — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:40:49 GMT

Woman’s easy cardigan is worked in pieces from side to side with lace edging on sleeves and body. In a super bulky yarn, the knitting is fast and easy. The lace pattern is good for beginners, and seaming is a snap along straight edges.

Designer Berroco Design Team
Finished Size 20½ (22¾, 25, 26¼)" back width, to fit 34–37 (38–41½, 43–46, 45–48½)" bust. Sweater shown measures 20½" across back, modeled on 34" actual bust.
Yarn Berroco Sundae (50% wool, 50% acrylic; 62 yd [57 m]/100 g): #8701 ale, 12 (14, 16, 17) skeins.
Needles Size 15 (10 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Removable markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 9 sts and 13 rows = 4" in St st; 10 sts and 13 rows = 4" in lace patt; edging measures 6" wide.

Gooseberry Cardigan

AmyPalmer — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:11:30 GMT

Easy top-down raglan cardigan worked in a DK-weight merino/alpaca/silk yarn. The classic styling of this jacket is owed to the wide fold back collar, deep raglan shaping, and casual fit. Neat buttonholes and finishing make for a timeless sweater.

Designer Hannah Fettig
Finished Size 33 (36½, 40, 43¾, 48, 51¾)" bust circumference, buttoned.
Yarn Valley Yarns Northfield (70% merino, 20% alpaca, 10% silk; 124 yd [114 m]/50 g): summer plum, 10 (11, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins. Yarn distributed by WEBS.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): 24" and 16" circulars (cir). Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" and 16" cirs. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• tapestry needle;
• eight 1" buttons;
• sewing needle and thread.
Gauge 22 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle.

Sailor's Rib Sweater

AmyPalmer — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:53:08 GMT

An easy top-down raglan pullover for children. This tunic-length sweater features sailor's rib at the vented hem line and cuff edges. Sized to fit ages 2 to 12 years. Sweater is worked in the round in one piece.

Designer Wendy Bernard
Finished Size 22 (25, 26½, 28½, 30¼, 33)" chest circumference; to fit ages 2 (4, 6, 8, 10, 12) years. Tunic shown measures 26½", modeled on 5-year-old.
Yarn Lorna’s Laces Green Line Worsted (100% organic merino; 210 yd [193 m]/114 g): harvest, 2 (3, 3, 4, 5, 5) skeins.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 8 (5 mm): 16" and 20" or longer circular (cir). Sleeves—size 8 (5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• waste yarn;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 23 rows = 4" in St st; 20 sts and 23 rows = 4" in sailor’s rib patt.