Patterns : #4 – Medium, knit.wear

Striped Cowl Neck Tee

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:11:34 GMT

Striped Cowl Neck Tee

HANA JASON

Graphic stripes and a wide funnel neck punch up a basic tee.

FINISHED SIZE 32 1/2 (35 1/2, 39 1/2, 43, 47)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 32 1/2", modeled with minimal ease.

YARN Be Sweet Simply Sweet Satisfaction (60% wool, 20% kid mohair, 20% superfine alpaca; 115 yd [105 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]): #710 espresso (MC), 5 (6, 6, 7, 8) balls; #706 marigold (CC), 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) balls.

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

NOTIONS Markers (m); removable markers; stitch holders; tapestry needle.

GAUGE 20 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st.

Retrograde Sweater

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:01:47 GMT

Retrograde Sweater
LAURA ZUKAITE

A surprising open back offers an unexpected twist to a boxy cardigan. Piece is knit flat and seamed with twisted stitch details.

FINISHED SIZE 35 (39, 43, 49, 53)" bust circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 39", modeled with moderate ease.

YARN Long Island Livestock Company Dorset Wool (82% llama, 18% wool; 400 yd [366 m]/4 1/4 oz [119 g]): gray + white, 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) skeins.

NEEDLES Size 5 (3.75 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Markers (m); removable m; cable needle (cn); size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle; five 1/4" buttons.

GAUGE 15 sts and 28 rows = 4" in Openwork patt; 24 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st.

I-Cord Cowl

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:56:58 GMT

I-Cord Cowl

CHARLES D. GANDY

Twisting ropes of I-cord make a fun and freeform cowl. This accessory knits up quickly for an easy statement piece.

FINISHED SIZE 28" circumference and 3 1/2" high.

YARN Kolláge Yarns Glisten (70% alpaca, 25% silk, 5% Estelline; 91 yd [83 m]/1 3/4 oz [50 g]): #7301 carmine (A), #7302 cerise (B), #7305 firebrick (C), #7307 marine (D), #7316 merlot (E), #7320 pearl (F), and #7326 fog (G), 1 ball each.

NEEDLES Size 4 (3.5 mm): two double-pointed needles (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Tapestry needle.

GAUGE not critical.

High Relief Dolman

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:54:47 GMT

High Relief Dolman

COURTNEY KELLEY

A knit-and-purl chevron pattern gives subtle texture to an easy dolman. Piece is knit in the round from the bottom up.

FINISHED SIZE 45 3/4 (49 1/2, 53 1/4, 57 1/4, 61)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 49 1/2", modeled with plenty of ease.

YARN The Fibre Company Acadia (60% merino wool, 20% baby alpaca, 20% silk; 145 yd [133 m]/1 3/4oz [50 g]): summersweet 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) skeins. Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.

NEEDLES Size 5 (3.75 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 21 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st; 21 sts and 40 rows = 4" in garter st.

High-Button Cardigan

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:50:49 GMT

High-Button Cardigan

CECILY GLOWIK MACDONALD

A wide funnel neck and swingy fronts make a modern everyday cardigan. Cardigan is worked in one piece from the top down.

FINISHED SIZE 30 3/4 (33 3/4, 36 3/4, 39 3/4, 42, 46)" bust circumference, buttoned.

Cardigan shown measures 33 3/4", modeled with minimal ease.

YARN String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn Blue Faced Sport (100% blue faced Leicester wool; 252 yd [230 m]/4 oz [113 g]): juniper, 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6) skeins.

NEEDLES Size 6 (4 mm): 29" 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; five 5/8" buttons.

GAUGE 21 sts and 29 rows = 4" in St st.

Furrowed Vest

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:42:02 GMT

Furrowed Vest

NORAH GAUGHAN

Twisted half ribbing gives flattering shape and structure to a sleeveless women’s vest. A strong lapel knit on the diagonal gives modern appeal.

FINISHED SIZE 33 1/2 (37 1/2, 41 1/2, 45 1/2, 49 1/2, 53 1/2)" bust circumference. Vest shown measures 33 1/2", modeled with minimal ease.

YARN Berroco Fuji (38% silk, 25% cotton, 22% rayon, 15% nylon; 125 yd [115 m]/1 3/4oz [50 g]): #9225 pine needle, 5 (6, 7, 8, 8, 9) hanks.

NEEDLES Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Markers (m); tapestry needle.

GAUGE 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st; 26 sts and 28 rows = 4" in Half Twisted Rib patt, unstretched.

Brickwork Cardigan

arwilliams — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:21:28 GMT

Brickwork Cardigan

TAMMY EIGEMAN THOMPSON

A strong garter rib gives texture to a fitted women’s cardigan. Sweater is knit flat in pieces for best shaping.

FINISHED SIZE 34 (35 1/2, 38 1/2, 41, 43)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 34", modeled with minimal ease.

YARN Henry’s Attic Bamboo Cotton 990 (51% combed organic cotton, 49% bamboo rayon; 495 yd [453 m]/8 oz [227 g]): cream, 3 skeins.

NEEDLES Body—size 5 (3.75 mm). Sleeves—size 5 (3.75 mm) and size 4 (3.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

NOTIONS Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; one 1 1/8" button.

GAUGE 23 sts and 28 rows = 4" in charted patt on larger needles.

Waved Wrap

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:34:14 GMT

Waved Wrap
CHERYL BECKERICH

A scrunchy stitch pattern gives reversible warmth to a cozy rectangular shawl.

FINISHED SIZE 68" long, 161⁄2" wide at each end, and 221⁄2" wide at center.
YARN Kolláge Solace (70% alpaca, 30% silk; 91 yd [83 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g]): #7710 seaport, 11 skeins.
NEEDLES Size 8 (5 mm): 24-32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Two removable m, each a different color; one double-pointed needle (dpn) at least two sizes smaller than main needle; tapestry needle.
GAUGE 18 sts and 20 rows = 4" in St st.

Tucked-Buttonband Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:25:08 GMT

Tucked-Buttonband Cardigan
KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

Inspired by traditional Chinese garments, this jacket is finished with a high neck and a unique tucked buttonband. Piece is knit flat from the bottom up in one piece.

FINISHED SIZE 341⁄2 (39, 431⁄2, 48, 511⁄2)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 341⁄2".
YARN Fyberspates Scrumptious Aran (55% merino, 45% silk; 180 yd [165 m]/31⁄2 oz [100 g]): #403 water, 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) skeins. Yarn distributed by Lantern Moon.
NEEDLES Size 7 (4.5 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; thin waste yarn; three 11⁄8" buttons; one 5⁄8" button.
GAUGE 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st.

Trapezoid Tee

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:21:03 GMT

Trapezoid Tee
SARAH WILSON

Crochet-inspired lace opens up the back of this knit tee. Sweater is knit back and forth from the bottom up in one long piece and seamed at the sides with subtle A-line shaping.

FINISHED SIZE 40 (441⁄4, 49, 503⁄4, 571⁄2)" bust circumference. Tee shown measures 39".
YARN Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend (70% extrafine merino wool, 30% silk; 150 yd [137 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g]): #3029 steel, 5 (6, 7, 7, 8) skeins. Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers.
NEEDLES Size 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); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
GAUGE 17 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st; 15 sts and 24 rows = 4" in Lace patt.

Tilt-Shift Cap

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:18:02 GMT

Tilt-Shift Cap
EUNNY JANG

One skein of cashmere and a panel of entrelac make a luxurious cap. Hat is begun in the round and worked flat after the brim.

FINISHED SIZE 20" brim circumference.
YARN S. Charles Collezione Jasmine (100% cashmere; 115 yd [105 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g]), 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Tahki- Stacy Charles Inc.
NEEDLES Size 8 (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 holder; tapestry needle.
GAUGE 16 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in St st in the rnd.

Smocked Skirt

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:11:49 GMT

Smocked Skirt
HANA JASON

An all-over dimple stitch gives enough elasticity for a close fit without shaping. Skirt is knit in the round in one piece from the top down.

FINISHED SIZE 29 (311⁄2, 351⁄4, 39, 413⁄4)" hip circumference. Skirt shown measures 29" with negative ease.
YARN Valley Yarns Sheffield (70% merino wool, 15% silk, 15% angora; 120 yd [110 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g]): #30 grey, 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) balls.
NEEDLES Size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir). Size 11 (8 mm): 29" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Marker (m); a spare cir needle smaller than working needle; tapestry needle; waste yarn.
GAUGE 19 sts and 42 rnds = 4" in Dimple st on larger needle.

Octagon-Dot Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:25:00 GMT

Octagon-Dot Pullovera
MYRRHIA RESNECK

Octagonal dots make up this short sleeved tee. Tunic is knit in one piece in the round to the underarms; sleeves and yoke are worked side to side in one piece.

FINISHED SIZE 293⁄4 (331⁄4, 363⁄4, 401⁄4, 433⁄4)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 293⁄4". Negative ease is recommended for best fit; fabric is very stretchy in all directions.
YARN Spincycle Yarns BFL Worsted Singles (100% Bluefaced Leicester; 120 yd [110 m]/3 oz [85 g]): chicken payback, 5 (6, 7, 9, 9) skeins.
NEEDLES Size 8 (5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Tapestry needle.
GAUGE 16 sts and 32 rows = 4" in garter st; a 4-dot by 4-dot section = 7" wide and 71⁄2" tall as worn.

Hourglass Sleeve Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:10:50 GMT

Hourglass-Sleeve Pullover

CAROLYN NOYES

A simply knit raglan lets an undulating sleeve pattern take center stage. Sweater body is knit in the round from the bottom up; sleeves are knit flat.

FINISHED SIZE 331⁄4 (371⁄4, 411⁄4, 451⁄4, 491⁄2)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 331⁄4".
YARN Bergère de France Origin' Alpaga (80% merino wool, 20% baby alpaca; 98 yd [90 m]/13⁄4 oz [50 g]): #24182 alpage, 10 (12, 13, 14, 16) balls.
NEEDLES Sizes 4 and 6 (3.5 and 4 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Markers (m); removable m; stitch holders; tapestry needle.
GAUGE 20 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needle; 30 sts of chart = 53⁄4" wide on larger needle.

Disk Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:44:10 GMT

Disk Cardigan
HEATHER ZOPPETTI

Six lace panels in three different lace patterns are seamed to make a swingy circle cardigan.

FINISHED SIZE 15 (16, 17, 18, 19)" back width. Cardigan shown measures 15".
YARN Lorna's Laces Lion & Lamb (50% silk, 50% wool; 205 yd [187 m]/31⁄2 oz [100 g]): #4ns blackberry, 7 (7, 8, 8, 9) skeins.|
NEEDLES Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Removable markers (m); stitch holder; tapestry needle.|
GAUGE 18 sts and 25 rows = 4" in lace patt.