Patterns : knit.wear Premiere Issue 2011

Sky Sweater

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:52:54 GMT

Sky Sweater
Heather Keiser

This steampunk-inspired pullover flatters all body types with its oversized collar and sloping shoulders. Sweater is knit top down and in the round with no sewn seams.

Finished Size 40¼ (42½, 46¼, 48¼, 49¾, 52¾, 54¼, 55¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 42½", modeled with plenty of ease.
Yarn Rowan Creative Focus Worsted (75% wool, 25% alpaca; 220 yd [201 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #CFW.0401 nickel, 8 (8, 9, 9, 10, 10, 11, 11) skeins.
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): 29" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; size G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook; three ¾" buttons.
Gauge 21½ sts and 29 rows/rnds = 4" in St st on smaller needles; 18 sts and 26 rows/rnds = 4" in k2, p2 rib on larger needles, with rib slightly stretched so p2 columns appear about 1 st wide.

Tucked Skirt

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:06:57 GMT

Tucked Skirt
Hana Jason

Whip up a hip-hugging skirt with pleated detail.

Finished Size 27¼ (32, 36, 40, 44)" waist circumference (see Notes). Skirt shown measures 27¼", modeled with slight ease.
Yarn Cascade Yarns Pastaza (50% llama, 50% wool; 132 yd [120 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #052 teal, 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) skeins.
Needles Size 13 (9 mm): 24" circular (cir) and 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NotionsMarkers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 12 sts and 14 rnds = 4" in St st.

Tern Vest

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:00:26 GMT

Tern Vest
Pam Allen

Simple vest designed to be worn open with a wide folded collar. An easy pebble rib pattern adds texture.

Finished Size 32 (37, 41½, 47, 52½)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 32", modeled with slight negative ease.
Yarn Quince & Co. Tern (75% American wool, 25% silk; 221 yd [202 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #138 driftwood, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8) skeins.
Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 28 sts and 40 rows = 4" in Knit Rib patt.

Slipped Stitch Mini Dress

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 19:54:52 GMT

Slipped-Stitch Mini Dress
Hana Jason

A mod take on the sweater dress. Knit top down and in the round in a super bulky yarn, this mini dress is quick to finish.

Finished Size 36 (44)" bust circumference.Sample shown measures 36", modeled with 2–4" of ease.
Yarn Tahki Yarns Montana (100% unprocessed wool; 130 yd [120 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #13 slate, 4 (5) hanks.
Needles Size 13 (9 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Two colors of markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 10 sts and 12 rnds = 4" in St st; 11 sts and 12 rnds = 4" in patt.

Short Row Scarf

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 19:47:07 GMT

Short Row Scarf
Hana Jason

Wrap yourself in ruffles with this extra-long scarf. Ruffles are made using short rows without wraps.

Finished Size About 6" wide and 90" long.
Yarn Classic Elite Yarns Giselle (64% kid mohair, 25% wool, 11% nylon; 230 yd [210 m]/13/4 oz [50 g]): #4154 Isabella pink, 2 balls.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 16 rows = 4" in garter st.

Shaped Capelet with Braided Cables

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:54:48 GMT

Shaped Capelet with Braided Cables
Erica Patberg

This chunky stole with a braided cable pattern is knit flat and grafted together. Ribbed edging is picked up and knit during finishing.

Finished Size 38½ (44¾, 51¼)" circumference at lower edge, 13½ (14, 14½)" long from top of neckband to front hemline, and 16½ (17, 17½)" long from top of neckband to back hemline. Capelet shown measures 38½".
Yarn Berroco Vintage Chunky (50% acrylic, 40% wool, 10% nylon; 130 yd [120 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #6181 black cherry, 4 (5, 6) skeins.
Needles Sizes 10 (6 mm) and 8 (5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; cable needle (cn); marker (m); size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook.
Gauge 14 sts and 20 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles; 21 sts and 20 rows = 4" in pattern (Rows 1–16 of Giant Braid Cable chart) on larger needles.

Selvedge Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:14:20 GMT

Selvedge Cardigan
Amy Christoffers

Cozy women's cardigan with flattering short-row shaping and a shawl collar. Sweater is worked with minimal seaming.

Finished Size 32½ (35½, 39½, 44½, 48½)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 35½", modeled with 2–4" of ease.
Yarn O-Wool Legacy Bulky (100% certified organic merino; 106 yd [97 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #6752 charcoal, 6 (7, 7, 9, 9) skeins. Yarn distributed by Tunney Wool Company.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 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 12 sts and 16 rows = 4" in St st.

Ruffle Sleeve Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:10:03 GMT

Ruffle Sleeve Pullover
Zöe Scheffy

Feminine ladies' tee with a ribbed, fitted, bottom and ruffled sleeves.

Finished Size 32¾ (34¾, 36¾, 41, 45¼, 49¼, 53½)" bust circumference.
Sweater shown measures 36¾", modeled with 2–4" of ease.
Yarn Tahki Yarns Cotton Classic Lite (100% mercerized cotton; 146 yd [135 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #4447 light mauve, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) skeins.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir). Body ribbing and neckband—size 4 (3.5 mm): 24" cir. Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 23 sts and 35 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle.

Reversible Scarf Tank

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:02:26 GMT

Reversible Scarf Tank
Sarah Wilson

Breezy women's halter tied with an attached lace scarf. Eyelets finish the hem.

Finished Size 24½ (26¾, 30¾, 33¼, 36, 40)" bust circumference. Tank shown measures 30¾", modeled with 2–4" of negative ease.
Yarn Louet North America MerLin Worsted Weight (70% merino, 30% linen; 156 yd [143 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #36 linen grey, 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir).
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in St st.

Pleated Pullover

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:58:01 GMT

Pleated Pullover
Charles Gandy

A fun, empire-waisted women's pullover with large pleats. Pullover is seamless, worked top down and in the round.

Finished Size 36 (40½, 45, 49½, 54, 58½)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 40½", modeled with plenty of ease.
Yarn Rowan Kid Classic (70% lambswool, 26% kid mohair, 4% nylon; 153 yd [140 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #855 smudge (blue-gray), 8 (10, 11, 13, 15, 18) balls.
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): 16", 24", and 40 (40, 40, 40, 47, 47)" circular (cir) and 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NotionsMarkers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 23 rnds = 4" in sl 1, p8 yoke patt.

Osprey Hooded Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:45:00 GMT

Osprey Hooded Cardigan
Pam Allen

Simple cardigan designed to be worn open with a wide folded collar and hood. An easy pebble rib pattern adds texture.

Finished Size 34½ (38, 43½, 47½, 52)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 38", modeled with plenty of ease.
Yarn Quince & Co. Osprey (100% American wool; 170 yd [155 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #106 bird’s egg, 9 (9, 10, 11, 12) skeins.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in patts.

Off-Rib Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:39:29 GMT

Off-Rib Cardigan
Stefanie Japel

Asymmetrical women's cardigan with fitted waist. Sweater is knit top-down for minimal finishing, and embellished with buttons at the collar. Can be worn open or clsoed.

Finished Size 32½ (36, 40½, 44, 48½, 52)" bust circumference, buttoned. Jacket shown measures 36", modeled with 2–4" of ease.
Yarn Madelinetosh Tosh Merino (100% merino; 210 yd [192 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): nutmeg, 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10) skeins.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" or longer circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" or longer cir and set of dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; five 13/8" toggle buttons; size 7 (4.5 mm) crochet hook.
Gauge 18 sts and 27 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle.

Multi-Drape Kimono

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:32:23 GMT

Multi-Drape Kimono
Annie Modesitt

This women's cardigan is an adventure in color and construction. Short-rows, mitered squares, and interesting shapes combine to make a swingy kimono with lots of drape.

Finished Size 11 (12½, 13¾, 15¼, 16¼)" back width, to fit 31 (36, 41, 46, 50)" actual bust. Kimono shown measures 12½", modeled with plenty of ease.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Silk (50% alpaca, 50% silk; 146 yd [133 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #131 kiwi (A), 10 (12, 15, 18, 20) skeins; #100 slate (B), 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins.
Needles Body and sleeves—size 5 (3.75 mm): straight and 16" circular (cir). I-cord BO—size 7 (4.5 mm). Spare needle in same size or smaller than smaller needle. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); removable m; stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 44 rows = 4" in garter st on smaller needles.

Mistake Stitch Möbius

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:26:55 GMT

Mistake Stitch Möbius
Daniel Yuhas

This twisted wrap is knit flat and grafted together. The mistake-rib pattern looks the same on both sides.

Finished Size 10¼ (12½)" wide and 32 (42)" circumference.
Yarn Blue Moon Fiber Arts Icelandic (100% Australian wool; 250 yd [229 m]/8 oz [226 g]): shaded solids tanzanite, 1 (2) skein(s).
Needles Size 11 (8 mm): 16" (or longer) circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Size L/11 (8 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle; two colors removable markers (m); spare cir needle.
Gauge 13 sts and 16 rows = 4" in mistake rib patt, slightly stretched.

Lark Cardigan

arwilliams — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:22:44 GMT

Lark Cardigan
Pam Allen

Simple cardigan designed to be worn open with a wide, folded, collar. An easy pebble rib pattern adds texture. An easy fit makes this a perfect weekend or office sweater.

Finished Size 34½ (38, 43½, 47, 52)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 34½", modeled with slight ease.
Yarn Quince & Co. Lark (100% American wool; 134 yd [123 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #109 peacock, 14 (16, 17, 18, 20) skeins.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 30 rows = 4" in patts.