Patterns : #5 – Bulky, Interweave Knits

Leafed Hat

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:21:19 GMT

LEAFED HAT

Erica Schlueter

Two trees stand out in high relief on the body of this jaunty fedora. Bulky wool gives warmth and structure.

Finished Size 19½" circumference and 4¾" high.

Yarn Brown Sheep Company Lamb's Pride Bulky (85% wool, 15% mohair; 125 yd [114 m]/4 oz [113 g]): #M-80 blue blood red, 1 skein.

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

Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.

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

Gnomish Hat

arwilliams — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 20:52:31 GMT

GNOMISH HAT

Carol Sulcoski

A single chunky cable pops in this pointy hat. A thick, tweedy yarn helps the cable stand out in high relief.

Finished Size 15¾ (18, 20¼)" circumference and 8½" tall; to fit 18 (20, 22)" head circumference. Hat shown measures 18".

Yarn Berroco Blackstone Tweed Chunky (65% wool, 25% superkid mohair, 10% angora rabbit hair; 60 yd [55 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #6603 ancient mariner 2 (2, 3) skeins.

Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 14 sts and 21 rnds = 4" in k2, p2 rib, slightly stretched.

Stuffed Mittens

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:08:58 GMT

Designer TECHknitter
Finished Size 6 (7½, 8½, 10)" hand circumference (see Notes); to fit child’s small (child’s large, woman, man). Mittens shown measure 7½".
Yarn Brown Sheep Company Lamb’s Pride Worsted (85% wool, 15% mohair; 190 yd [173 m]/4 oz [113 g]): #M162 mulberry (MC), 1 (1, 1, 2) skein(s). Brown Sheep Company Lamb’s Pride Bulky (85% wool, 15% mohair; 125 yd [114 m]/4 oz [113 g]): #M240 prairie goldenrod (CC), 1 (1, 1, 2) skein(s) for stuffing.
Needles Sizes 8 (5 mm) and 5 (3.75 mm) (see Notes). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); stitch holder; size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle; 3" square of cardboard.
Gauge 19 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in crocodile skin patt with MC on larger needle.

Mittens for children that are fully lined with a bulky weight singles yarn.

Road Trip Vest

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:08:40 GMT

Designer Deborah Newton
Finished Size 35½ (40½, 45¼, 52½, 57¼)" bust circumference, buttoned. Vest shown measures 35½", modeled with moderate ease.
Yarn Cascade Yarns Eco+ Wool (100% Peruvian highland wool; 478 yd [437 m]/ 8¾ oz [250 g]): #8443 baked apple, 2 (3, 3, 3, 4) skeins.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): 24" or longer circular (cir) needle. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; six ⅞" buttons.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 4" in Seed Rib patt; 12 sts of Cable patt = 2" wide.

Women’s cabled vest knit in one piece to the armholes.

Mega Scarf

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:07:55 GMT

Designer Deborah Newton
Finished Size 13" wide and 86" long (not including tassels).
Yarn Quince and Co Puffin (100% wool; 112 yd [102 m m]/3½ oz [100 g]): egret, 7 skeins.
Needles Sizes 11 (8 mm) and 13 (9 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 15 sts and 16 rows = 4" in chart patt on larger needles.

Bulky cabled scarf with pompoms.

Snowflake Cowl

AmyPalmer — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 20:56:25 GMT

Designer Celeste Young
Finished Size 26" circumference and 6½" long.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Techno (68% baby alpaca, 22% silk, 10% extrafine merino; 120 yd [109 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #1976 chacha red (MC) and #1971 metro silver (CC), 1 hank each.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm): 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 17 sts and 19 rnds = 4" in charted patt.

Stranded colorwork cowl inspired by traditional Scandinavian motifs.

Roam Tunic

arwilliams — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:46:30 GMT

ROAM TUNIC
Amy Christoffers

Smooth, drapey alpaca streamlines the look of a cabled tunic. A slim fit and kangaroo pocket keep chunky cables modern. Piece is knit flat and seamed.

Finished Size 30½ (35½, 40½, 45¼, 50¼)" bust circumference. Tunic shown measures 30½", modeled with negative ease.

Yarn Alpaca with a Twist Big Baby (100% baby alpaca; 82 yd [75 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #0094 harvest, 10 (10, 11, 12, 13) skeins.

Needles Body-sizes 10 (6 mm) and 10½ (6.5 mm): straight. Collar and sleeves-size 10 (6 mm): 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 13 sts and 17 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 15 sts and 20 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib on smaller needles; 34 sts of Cable chart = 8½ " wide.

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.

Aspen Satchel

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:33:25 GMT

ASPEN SATCHEL
Erica Schlueter

Cables and bobbles pop in high relief when worked in a chunky yarn and felted. A great first felting or cable project.

Finished Size After felting: About 14½" wide, 11" tall, and 3½ " deep.

Yarn Universal Yarn Deluxe Chunky (100% wool; 120 yd [110 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #3702 winter white, 6 skeins.

Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

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

Gauge 12 sts and 16 rows = 4" in St st (before felting); 18 sts and 18 rows = 4" (before felting) in chart patts.

A Horse, of Course

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:40:38 GMT

A HORSE, OF COURSE
Stacey Gerbman

Surprise and delight any child with a handknit hobby horse. This quick to knit project is perfect for gift giving and playing with new color combinations.

Finished Size 15½ " long and 12" circumference when stuffed.

Yarn Berroco Peruvia (100% Peruvian Highland wool; 174 yd [160 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #7104 oats (MC), #7194 profunda (teal; CC1), #7195 baya (purple; CC2), #7122 avocado (green; CC3), #7192 sol (yellow; CC4), #7110 naranja (orange; CC5), and #7191 pimienta (red; CC6), 1 skein of each color.

Needles Size 10 (6 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Size 7 (4.5 mm): 2 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook; polyester fiberfill; broom handle or dowel rod.

Gauge 16 sts and 19 rnds = 4" in St st. Gauge is not that crucial for this project.

Sweetheart Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:38:04 GMT

SWEETHEART PULLOVER
Kate Knuff

Intricate cables, a feminine neckline, neat waist shaping, and smart facings make this a perfect pullover. Bulky alpaca yarn gives unexpected coziness to a fitted piece.

Finished Size 27½ (32, 35, 39½, 43½ , 47, 51)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32", modeled with negative ease.

Yarn Cascade Yarns Baby Alpaca Chunky (100% baby alpaca; 108 yd [99 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #573 lemon yellow, 5 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins.

Needles Sizes 10½ (6.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); removable m; stitch holders; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; waste yarn for provisional CO; spare needle in same size or smaller than smaller needle.

Gauge 15 sts and 18 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle; 23 sts of cable panel = 4¼" wide.

Tempest Coat

arwilliams — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 23:23:45 GMT

Tempest Coat
Stacey Gerbman

Play with color in this funky, striped coat. A large collar, front pockets, and ribbed cuffs keep this bright jacket warm and functional. Stranded colorwork creates the woven pattern.

Finished Size 35¾ (40¼, 44¾, 48¼, 52¼)" bust circumference, buttoned. Coat shown measures 35¾ ".
Yarn Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun Chunky Weight (100% wool; 155 yd [142 m]/7 oz [200 g]): #701 stone (MC), 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins; #N48 scarlet (A), #125 goldenrod (B), #N85 Peruvian pink (C), and #305 impasse yellow (D), 1 (2, 2, 3, 3) skeins each.
Needles Size 11 (8 mm): 40" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; stitch markers (m), tapestry needle; six 1" buttons.
Gauge 14 sts and 14 rows = 4" in Woven patt.

Livingstone Cardigan

arwilliams — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:12:27 GMT

Livingstone Cardigan
Amy Miller

A classic, bulky, cabled, sweater is streamlined with narrow ribbing at the waist. A perfect first cable project.

Finished Size 34 (40½, 46½, 50, 54½, 57½)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 34".
Yarn Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Grande Tweed (90% baby alpaca, 7% acrylic, 3% viscose; 110 yd [100 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #100 off-white, 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 15) skeins.
Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 24" circular (cir) and set of 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; four 1¾ " toggle buttons.
Gauge 14 sts and 18 rows = 4" in rev St st; 14 sts and 18 rows = 4" in k1, p1 rib; 32 sts of Back chart = 6¾" wide.

Solstice Jacket

arwilliams — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:56:46 GMT

Solstice Jacket
Larissa Gibson

Vintage styling on a modern cropped cardigan jacket. Three-quarter sleeves with boucle cuffs and oversized boucle collar.

Finished Size Size 36 (40½, 45, 49, 53)" bust circumference, buttoned. Jacket shown measures 36", modeled with 2–4" of ease.
Yarn Blue Moon Fiber Arts Gaea (100% certified organic merino wool; 305 yd [278 m]/8 oz [226 g]): raspberry moose (MC), 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins. Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Loops (54% kid mohair, 26% silk, 15% wool, 5% nylon; 390 yd [356 m]/8 oz [226 g]): raspberry moose (CC), 1 skein.
Needles Sizes 9 (5.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; tapestry needle; two 2" buttons; one clasp closure.
Gauge 15 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st on smaller needle using MC; 16 sts and 20 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle using CC.

Shadow Tuque

arwilliams — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:39:50 GMT

Shadow Tuque
Lee Juvan

A simple, but interesting to knit, cabled hat. Perfect for gift-giving.

Finished Size 18¾" brim circumference (will stretch to 23" head circumference) and 7¼ (8¼)" tall. Hat shown in smaller size.
Yarn Classic Elite Yarns Toboggan (70% merino, 30% superfine baby alpaca; 87 yd [80 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #6715 leaf, 1 skein.
Needles Sizes 9 (5.5 mm) and 10½ (6.5 mm): 16" circular (cir). Size 10½ (6.5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.