Patterns : Sweater, #4 - Medium

Abbey Pullover

arwilliams — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:43:52 GMT

Abbey Pullover
Lien Ngo

Women's pullover with lace-detailed seamless yoke. Worked in the round to the armholes.

Sizes 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48)" bust; shown in size 34"
Yarn Rowan Kid Classic (70% lambswool, 26% kid mohair, 4% nylon; 153 yd [140 m]/ 50 g):
• #855 smudge (gray), 6 (6, 7, 7, 7, 8, 8, 8, 9) balls
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in St st
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle
Correction to lace chart on row 23.

Bandha Hoodie

AmyPalmer — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 21:50:41 GMT

This simple sweater features a lacy hood that can be pulled up to stay warm or draped around the neck for a cowl. A lacy belt adds a sweet detail.

Designer Christa Giles
Size 35½ (39, 42½, 46¼, 49¾, 53¼)" bust; shown in size 39"
Yarn Valley Yarns Goshen (48% Peruvian cotton, 46% modal, 6% silk; 92 yd [84 m]/50 g):
• #07 ginger, 16 (18, 20, 23, 26, 29) balls
Yarn distributed by WEBS
Gauge 18 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in St st; 18 sts and 32 rows = 4" in openwork patt
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" and 24" circular (cir) needle and double-pointed (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle
• 2 D rings size 1½" (D rings shown by Dritz)
• Two ½" buttons

Solveig Yoke

AmyPalmer — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:20:13 GMT

A cute woman’s pullover with a Fair Isle yoke. Simple shaping and a cowlneck add design details. Knit in the round, this sweater feature minimal seaming and finishing.

Designer Elinor Brown
Sizes 29¼ (32½, 36, 39½, 43½, 47¼, 50½)" bust; shown in size 32½"
Yarn Berroco Ultra Alpaca (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 215 yd [197 m]/100 g):
• #6262 snap pea (MC), 4 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins
• #6201 winter white, 1 skein
• #6294 turquoise mix, 1 skein
• #6285 oceanic mix, 1 skein
• #6268 candied yam mix, 1 skein
• #6293 spiceberry mix, 1 skein
• #6234 cardinal, 1 skein
Gauge 20 sts and 27 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needles
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" and 24" circular (cir) needles
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Size 4 (3.5 mm): 24" cir needle and set of dpn
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle

Rayonnant Pullover

AmyPalmer — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:57:45 GMT

Knit from the top down, this pullover is sure to become a favorite. A sweet lace yoke is worked into raglan sleeve shaping before simple stockinette completes the sweater body.

Designer Rosemary (Romi) Hill
Size 30 (31½, 34, 36¼, 39¼, 41½, 44½)" bust; shown in size 31½"
Yarn Louet MerLin Worsted (70% merino, 30% linen; 156 yd [143 m]/100 g):
• #05 goldilocks, 6 (7, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins
Gauge 21 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needle
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" and 24" circular (cir) needles
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Size 5 (3.75 mm): 16" cir needle
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle

Papeline Pullover

AmyPalmer — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:41:49 GMT

Clever waist shaping creates a dramatic design element in this women’s pullover. A cowl neck and contrast color hems polish off this sweater’s overall look.

Designer Sarah Fama
Sizes 34½ (37½, 41, 45, 49)" bust; shown in size 34½"
Yarn Rowan Calmer (74% cotton, 26% polyester; 175 yd [160 m]/50 g):
• #499 saffron (MC), 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) skeins
• #498 aqua marine (CC), 1 skein
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Gauge 20 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles
Tools
•Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight and 16" circular (cir) needles
•Size 6 (4 mm) needles
•Waste yarn
•Size G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook
•Markers (m)
•Yarn needle
•Stitch holder

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.

Alexandra Hoodie

AmyPalmer — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:32:24 GMT

Easy hoodie worked in mostly in stockinette, with seed stitch edges. This cardigan is meant to be worn open, as the fronts of the jacket slant away from each other.

Designer Rosemary (Romi) Hill
Size 34½ (36½, 38½, 42½, 46½, 50½, 54½)" bust; shown in size 36½"
Yarn Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% wool; 183 yd [167 m]/100 g):
• #804 purple, 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10) skeins
Gauge 16 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm) needles
• Stitch holders
• Markers (m)
• Yarn needle

Brise-Soleil Cardigan

AmyPalmer — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:08:28 GMT

Women's easy cardigan with all over lace design and set-in sleeves. A simple one-row buttonhole is worked to close this sweater.

Designer Debbie O'Neill
Sizes 35 (38, 41½, 44½, 47½, 50½)" bust; shown in size 38"
Yarn Classic Elite Portland Tweed (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose; 120 yd [110 m]/50 g):
• #5075 sulfur (green-yellow), 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) balls
Gauge 21 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles, before blocking; 19 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles, after blocking; 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in lattice lace patt on larger needles, after blocking
Tools
• Size 6 (4 mm) needles
• Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
• Stitch holders
• Yarn needle
• One 1⅜" button

Xylem Pullover

AmyPalmer — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:19:56 GMT

Women's pullover sweater that can be worn with a simple cowl neck or a dramatic foldover collar. Worked in the round to the sleeves in a dropped-stitch rib.

Designer Leila Wice
Sizes 36 (42, 46, 48, 52)" bust, to fit 34 (40, 44, 46, 50)" bust; shown in size 36"
Yarn Malabrigo Twist (100% merino; 150 yd [137 m]/100 g):
• #18 applewood (light brown; MC), 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) skeins
• #614 terron (dark brown; CC), 3 skeins
Gauge 18 sts and 20 rows = 4" in patt, relaxed
Tools
• Size 8 (5 mm): 40" circular (cir) needle for working magic loop or two 24" cir needles for working on two circular needles
• Size 8 (5 mm): set of 3 double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Smooth waste yarn for provisional CO
• Stitch holder
• Yarn needle

Lapis Yoke

AmyPalmer — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:06:57 GMT

Yoked pullover worked from the top down. This easy sweater is worked in the round, with simple, eye-catching detail around the neckline.

Designer Hannah Fettig Sizes 34¾ (39, 44¼, 48)" bust; shown in size 34¾"
Yarn The Fibre Company Organik (70% organic merino, 15% alpaca, 15% silk; 98 yd [89 m]/50 g):
• seawater, 10 (12, 14, 16) skeins
Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens
Gauge 17 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles
Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Size 8 (5 mm): 16" and 24" or longer cir needles, depending on size
• Size 8 (5 mm): set of dpn
• Markers (m)
• Yarn needle
• Stitch holders

Correction:
Sweater section-First * in Inc Rnd was missing. Inc Rnd: *K2, M1L...

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.

Braided Hood Tunic

AmyPalmer — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:19:05 GMT

An experienced-level vest featuring hood, waist shaping, and cable patterns. the tunic length lower body is tailored with body shaping, while set-in armholes and shoulder shaping maintain the fitted look. Short-rows are used throughout.

Designer Carol Feller
Finished Size 32¼ (37, 40¾, 45½, 49¼, 54)" bust circumference. Tunic shown measures 37", modeled with about 3" positive ease.
Yarn Spud & Chloë Sweater (55% superwash wool, 45% organic cotton; 160 yd [146 m]/100 g): #7506 toast, 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9) skeins. Yarn distributed by Blue Sky Alpacas.
Needles Body and hood—size 8 (5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Edging—size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" and 24" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Cable needle (cn);
• markers (m);
• stitch holders;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 17 sts and 25 rows = 4" in rev St st on larger needle; 18 sts and 32 rows = 4" in seed st on smaller needles; 14 sts of Left Open Cable, Right Open Cable, and Center Cable charts measure 2¼" wide on larger needle.

Terry's Pullover

AmyPalmer — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:56:33 GMT

Men's raglan pullover with lattice cables framing the V-neck. A gentle shawl collar and ribbed sleeve detail create masculine elegance. A rustic but easy-care yarn, seamless knitting, and fun charts make a great project for wearer and knitter.

Designer Carol Feller
Finished Size 37 (41¼, 44¾, 48¾, 53)" chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 41¼".
Yarn Bergère de France Irland (80% wool, 13% acrylic, 7% viscose; 77 yd [70 m]/ 50 g): daim (tan), 13 (15, 16, 18, 20) skeins.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 7 (4.5 mm): 32" circular (cir) and straight. Ribbing—size 6 (4 mm): 32" cir and straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• stitch holders or waste yarn;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 19 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Little Majolica Sweater

AmyPalmer — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:10:44 GMT

An intermediate child's sweater that uses all over colorwork to create a motif.

Designer Kristin Nicholas
Finished Size 27 (31, 35½)" chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 31", modeled on a five-year-old.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Julia (50% wool, 25% kid mohair, 25% alpaca; 93 yd [85 m]/50 g): #NHJ2250 French pumpkin (A), 1 ball all sizes; #NHJ1220 gold (B), 1 (1, 2) ball(s); #NHJ1590 bright teal (C), 1 (1, 2) ball(s); #NHJ5185 spring green (D), 3 (4, 5) balls; #NHJ2230 rock henna (E), 3 (4, 5) balls. (Note: French pumpkin and gold have been discontinued; distributor suggests #NHJ0121 persimmon and #NHJ1054 sunflower as substitutes.) Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): straight. Sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4 mm): double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• removable markers;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 20 rows = 4" in two-color stranded St st on largest needles.

Autumn Vines Cardigan

AmyPalmer — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:30:07 GMT

Women's intermediate cardigan with cables. This jacket is knitted from side to side as a big rectangle, with slits for the armholes. The fronts do not close; choose a size with a back width measurement closest to your actual back width.

Designer Connie Chang Chinchio
Finished Size 13¼ (15½, 20, 22)" wide across back. Sweater shown measures 13¼", modeled on 34" actual bust. See “Choosing a Size” sidebar in magazine.
Yarn Halcyon Botanica (100% wool; 160 yd [146 m]/113 g): #045 rust, 9 (9, 11, 11) skeins.
Needles Sizes 8 (5 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Cable needle (cn);
• stitch holders;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 29 rows = 4" in cable patt on larger needle; 18 sts and 27 rows = 4" in rev St st on smaller needle.