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Veneta Shell
Veneta Shell Sizes XS-1X — € () or Veneta Shell is a versatile layering top. Its highly textured surface gives its sculptural appeal. The overall 4-st cable is easy to memorize and can be done without a cable needle. Knitted from the bottom up in the round, the only finishing required is the shoulder three-needle bind-off. Measurements are given both in cm and inches. Both written and charted directions are given for the stitch pattern. MATERIALS YARN Sport weight Shown here: Silke by Arvier Estate (100% cotton; 116 m/127 yds; 50 g/1.75 oz ball; color #315), 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) balls Yardage requirement: 660 (755, 835, 935, 1020) m…
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Fiori di Cuore Pullover
Fiori di Cuore Pullover Sizes XS (S, M, L, 1X) — € () or Fiori di Cuore is a seamless lightweight pullover featuring lace panels at the shoulders and at the sleeves. It is worked from the top down. The simultaneous set-in sleeves are worked together with the body in one piece. If you love the look of set-in sleeves but find the seaming intimidating, you may like this seamless construction. Written and charted directions are given for the lace stitch pattern. Measurements are given in both centimeters and inches. MATERIALS YARN Fingering weight Shown here: Wollmeise “Pure” 100% Merino Superwash (526 m/575 yds, 150 g/5.3 oz skein, color Turkis):…
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Molinara Shawl
Molinara Shawl — € () or Molinara is a little minimalistic shawlette that is easy to wear and fun to knit. Its asymmetric shape and geometric motif give its visual interest. Its simple pattern plays well with hand-dyed or variegated yarn. This flexible design can be worked with as little as 70 g / 2.5 oz of fingering yarn and can be made as long as you wish. The inspiration for this design came while singing the nursery rythm “Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round” with my toddler. The geometric motif is formed by temporal snapshots of a huge rolling wheel. Finished Size A shawlette with a total…
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Polonaise Hat
Polonaise Hat — € () or Polonaise is a loose-fitting hat flattering to most face shapes. The short ribbing combined with the slouchy fit makes it very comfortable too. Written and charted directions are given for the stitch pattern. A matching cowl is available. Both patterns can be purchased together as an ebook. MATERIALS YARN Aran weight Shown here: Sunrise Fiber Co. Spun Aran (100% Merino; 166 m/181 yds, 100 g/3.5 oz skein; Color Orchid: 1 skein) NEEDLES 5 mm (US 8) circular needle of length 40 cm (16″); adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge. NOTIONS Cable needle; 1 stitch marker; yarn needle GAUGE 26 sts and 25…
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Phase Pullover
Phase Pullover Sizes 80-128 cm / 31.5-52.5″ — € () or Phase is an oversized pullover fitted at the hip. It is worked seamlessly from the bottom upwards. The twists of the cables are not aligned to give more visual interest. The simple cabling makes this a good project for cable beginners. Written and charted directions are given for the stitch pattern. Measurements are given in both centimeters and inches. MATERIALS YARN Aran weight Shown here: Karabella Yarns Aurora 8 (100% Merino; 90 m/98 yds, 50 g/1.75 oz skein; Color Black #1148: 12 (13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19) skeins) Yardage requirement: 1070 (1165, 1300, 1425, 1530, 1620, 1705) m…
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Costanza Cardigan
Costanza Cardigan Sizes XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X) — € () or Costanza is a cardigan with the fit of a tailored jacket. The structure is provided by the seams and the unique shape of the shoulders and the armholes. The simple stitch pattern compliments the subtle color change of a semi-solid yarn. The buttonloop closures complete the tailored look. This cardigan is worked from the bottom-up in pieces, which makes it a great on-the-go knitting project. Written and charted directions are given for the stitch patterns. Measurements are given in both centimeters and inches. MATERIALS YARN Sport weight Shown here: Malabrigo Arroyo (100% Merino; 306 m/335 yds, 100…
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Minimissimi Sweater Coat
Minimissimi Sweater Coat Sizes xs (s, m, l, 1x, 2x) — € or This sweater coat is worked from the top down. The cables are carefully arranged to give a slimming silhouette without adding extra bulk. Measurements are given in both centimeters and inches. The yoke and the cables are charted only. Each size has its own set of charts, which are printed full size for easy reading. SIZES xs (s, m, l, 1x, 2x) Shown in xs This garment is intended to be worn with 9 cm / 3.5″ positive ease. Finished measurements bust circumference, buttoned: 84 (91, 102, 112, 122, 132) cm / 33″ (35.875″, 40.125″, 44″, 48″,…
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Mystery KAL
March is time for KAL! This cardigan actually asked me to run a MKAL for it! The construction is so unique and fun that makes it an ideal candidate for a mystery KAL. See you in the MKAL! The MKAL will start on 4th March, 2014. The introduction with full schematic measurements is available for free.
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Woolly Dolly Cardigan
Woolly Dolly Cardigan Sizes 76-139.5 cm / 30-55″ — € () or Woolly Dolly is a cardigan worked seamlessly from the top down. The ruched ruffles provide a feminine touch without being overly frilly. The ruffles have been carefully arranged to give the right fullness without adding extra bulk. Worked in aran weight yarn, this cardigan can be worked up quickly. Measurements are given in both centimeters and inches. MATERIALS YARN Aran weight Shown here: Cascade Yarns Greenland (100% Merino Superwash; 125 m/137 yds, 100 g/3.5 oz skein; Color Christmas Green #3559: 8 (9, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 13) skeins) Yardage requirement: 950 (1025, 1110, 1210, 1295, 1450,…
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The discovery of written directions
I always include both written directions and charts in my patterns whenever possible even if mostly I’m a chart person. I know that there are many knitters that prefer written directions. I’m a visual learner and I find charts very intuitive and not error prone as written directions. Until I’ve started working on the sample of a sideway cardigan (which I plan to run a mystery KAL). I actually prefer to work from the written directions. They are strict forward and I don’t have to mentally convert symbols when working on a WS row. I don’t have to remember or to check whether I should read from the right to…
