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8 Chunky cable hat & cowl 45 Multi-way top
by Kirstie McLeod by Kirstie McLeod
12 Fair Isle yoked jumper 48 Geometric cosies
by Mary Henderson by Erin Black
17 Linen stitch scarf 51 Fair Isle hat
by Mary Henderson by Mary Henderson
20 Child’s cardigan 56 Cable cushion and blanket
by Sarah Hatton from Sirdar
24 Winter mittens 59 Child’s Fair Isle jumper
by Jen Arnall-Culliford by Sophie Jordan
28 Studded jumper 64 Flower tank top
by Lisa Richardson by Emma Wright
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83 Child’s Fair Isle tank top MASTERCLASSES

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26 Essential guide to mittens
86 Dolman sleeve jumper
by Mary Henderson 54 Top tips on hat knitting
92 Lace shawl 80 Become a better sock knitter
by Anniken Allis
97 Hat and cowl set 106 How to darn holes
by Mary Henderson
118 Steeking with confidence
101 Cable yoked cardigan
by Sarah Hatton
109 Child’s cable jumper
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HAT AND COWL
HAT AND COWL
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Enjoy the best of the season by knitting
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FAIR ISLE JUMPER
Yura
Wrap yourself in colour
on the greyest of winter
days with this vibrantly
patterned sweater
FAIR ISLE JUMPER
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FAIR ISLE JUMPER
FIND YOUR SIZE CHART A

SIZE 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22 24-26 28
27
ST ST, DK 3.75MM 26
FAIR ISLE 4MM TO FIT cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117 122-127 25
24
BUST in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 48-50 23
22
YOU WILL NEED ACTUAL cm 98 111 120 1291/2 1401/2 21
20
■ 4mm (US 6) circular needles, 19
BUST in 381/2 433/4 471/4 51 551/4 18
60-100cm long 17
16
cm 60 61 62 631/2 65
■ 4mm (US 6) circular needles, LENGTH 15
14
40cm long, or double-pointed in 231/2 24 241/2 25 251/2 13
12
needles (DPNS), for sleeves and cm 45 45 46 46 47 11
SLEEVE 10
neck cast-on 9
SEAM in 18 18 181/2 181/2 19 8
■ 3.75mm (US 5) circular 7
needles, 80cm long West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab (DK 6
5
■ 3.75mm (US 5) double-pointed YARN weight; 100% British wool; 225m/245yds per 4
3
needles (DPNs), for sleeves 100g ball) 2
1
(optional) A Phantom black (099) 1 1 2 2 2 10 5
■ 4mm (US G-6) crochet hook for
provisional cast-on B Crimson red (556) 4 4 4 5 5 CHART B
■ Stitch markers C Harbour blue (746) 1 1 1 1 1 17
16
■ Stitch holders 15
D Pear green (186) 1 1 1 1 1 14
13
12
TENSION E Citrus yellow (229) 1 1 1 1 1 11
10
25 sts and 25 rounds to 10cm F Natural Cream (010) 1 1 1 1 1 9
8
over Charts A-C on 4mm needles. 7
6
22 sts and 26 rounds to 10cm 5
4
over st st on 4mm needles. 3
2
22 sts and 32 rounds to 10cm 1
15 10 5
over broken rib on 4mm needles.
60 (61: 62: 631/2: 65) cm
YARN STOCKISTS CHART C

9
West Yorkshire Spinners 8
7
01535 664500 45 (45: 46
: 6
46: 47) cm 5
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3
2
ABBREVIATIONS 1
For a full list see 10 5
page 131
CHART D
10
49 (551/2: 60: 643/4: 70¼) cm 9
8
KEY 7
6
Yarn D 5
Yarn A 4
HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS 3
Yarn B Yarn E 2
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and 1
wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting. Yarn C Yarn F 10 5
Taking inspiration from the beaded yokes of Greenland’s national cast-on method. *K1, K2tog tbl, slip these 2 sts back to LH needle; rep
costume, Mary Henderson has created this brightly patterned from * until only 2 sts rem on LH needle, cast off, leaving a 10cm yarn
sweater. It is knitted using West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab tail. Join to beg of round using slip stitch or grafting method.
yarn, in hues evoking the Northern Lights. “This yarn is a perfect
choice - the colours are jewel-like, and the yarn is flexible and knits BROKEN RIB
up into a softly draping fabric,” says Mary. Round 1: Knit
Round 2: *K1, P1; rep from * to end of round.
PATTERN NOTES Rep these 2 rounds for pattern.
PROVISIONAL CAST-ON
Using waste yarn and a crochet hook, chain approx. 5 more sts than YOKE
the number of sts needed for cast-on. Cast on 92 (96:104:104:112) sts using 4mm circular needles, 40cm
Using yarn A and 4mm circular needles, 40cm long, pick up and knit long, and yarn A, and a provisional cast-on (see Pattern Notes),.
the number of stitches directed in the pattern through the bumps on Pm and join to work in the round, being careful not to twist sts.
the back of the crochet chain, leaving the remainder of the chain
unworked. Note: Change to longer circular needles when necessary to
accommodate the number of sts.
I-CORD CAST-OFF
Using 4mm needles, cast on 2 sts to LH needle using the knitted Knit 1 round.
FAIR ISLE JUMPER
Inc Round 1: Knit, inc 40 (48: 52: 52: 56) sts evenly around.
[132 (144: 156: 156: 168) sts]
Work rounds 1-14 of Chart A.
Inc Round 2: Using yarn F, knit, inc 60 (72: 72: 84: 84) sts evenly
around (Round 15 of Chart A).
[192 (216: 228: 240: 252) sts]
Work rounds 16-28 of Chart A.
Using yarn F, knit 0 (0: 1: 2: 3) rounds.

Inc Round 3: Using yarn F, *K3, M1; rep from * to end of round.
[256 (288: 304: 320: 336) sts]
Work Rounds 1-17 of Chart B.
Using yarn F, knit 0 (0: 1: 2: 3) rounds.
Inc Round 4: Using yarn F, *K4, M1; rep to end of Round.

[320 (360: 380: 400: 420) sts]
Rep Dec round every foll 8th (7th: 6th: 5th: 4th) round 11 (13: 14: 17: 19)
Work Rounds 1- 6 (9: 9: 9: 9) of Chart C. more times.
[58 (60: 66: 68: 70) sts]
Break all yarns except yarn B.
Work even if necessary in st st until work measures 36 (36: 37: 37: 38)
DIVIDE FOR BODY AND SLEEVES cm from pick-up, inc 2 (0: 4: 2: 0) sts evenly across last round.
Next Round: Slm, K94 (108: 114: 120: 128), pm, K66 (72: 76: 80: 82), [60 (60: 70: 70: 70) sts]
pm, K94 (108: 114: 120: 128), pm, K to end.
Work Rounds 1-10 of Chart D.
Inc Round: *Knit to mrk, slm, M1, knit to mrk, M1, slm; rep from * once
more. Change to 3.75mm DPNs and yarn A.
[324 (364: 384: 404: 424) sts]
Round 1: *K1tbl, P1; rep from * to end of round.
Next Round: *K94 (108: 114: 120: 128), slm, place next 68 (74: 78: 82: Rep this round until rib measures 6½cm.
84) sts on a holder, cast on 12 (12: 16: 20: 24) sts, slm; rep from * once
more. Cast off using the i-cord cast-off.
[212 (240: 260: 280: 300) sts]
Repeat for other sleeve.
BODY
Work in st st until Body measures 25½cm from underarm, NECKBAND
dec 2 (-: -: -: 4) sts evenly across last round. Carefully unpick provisional cast-on and place resulting 91 (95: 103:
[210 (240: 260: 280: 300) sts] 103: 111) sts on 4mm circular needles or DPNs, picking up 1 extra st
from ‘corner’ at beginning of row.
Work Rounds 1-10 of Chart D. [92 (96: 104: 104: 112) sts]
Break all yarns except yarn A.
Join yarn A and begin working in st st (knit every round) until edging
Change to 3.75mm circular needles. measures 5cm long.
Purl 1 round.
Work 24 rounds in Broken Rib. Knit 1 round.
Knit 1 round.
Cast off using the i-cord cast-off (see Pattern Notes). Change to 3.75mm circular needles or DPNs and yarn B.
Knit 1 round.
SLEEVES Round 1: *K1tbl, P1; rep from * to end of round.
Place 68 (74: 78: 82: 84) held sts on shorter 4mm circular needles or Rep this round until rib measures 4½cm.
DPNs. Using yarn B, pick up and knit 7 (7: 9: 11: 13) sts to centre of
underarm, pm for beg of round, pick up and knit 7 (7: 9: 11: 13) sts to Using 4mm circular needles or DPNs, cast off in pattern.
held sts, knit to end of round.
[82 (88: 96: 104: 110) sts] Fold the neck inwards and sew the lining in place.
Weave in ends. Block garment to measurements, following any yarn
Work in st st for 2½ (2½: 5: 5: 7) cm. care instructions on the ball band.
Dec Round: K1, K2tog, knit to last 3 sts, SSK, K1. [2 sts dec’d]
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FAIR ISLE JUMPER
STRIPY SCARF
Autumn leaves
A rich blend of rust, slate, cinnamon and coffee tones creates
this striking linen stitch scarf
Modern Knits 17
STRIPY SCARF
TENSION
25 sts and 32 rows to 10cm/4in
LINEN DK
STITCH WEIGHT 5MM
over linen st on 5mm knitting
needles
YOU WILL NEED FINISHED SIZE

■ Rowan Felted Tweed DK 170cm x 20cm (70in x 8in)
(50% merino wool, 25% alpaca,
25% viscose, 50g/175m) ABBREVIATIONS
1 x 50g ball of each: yb yarn back
Yarn A Bilberry (151) yf yarn forward
Yarn B Cinnamon (175)
Yarn C Cumin (193) For a full list of abbreviations
Yarn D Ginger (154) see page 131
■ A pair of 5mm knitting needles
For yarn stockists contact
Rowan 01484 668200
www.knitrowan.com
Warm, earthy shades of Rowan’s classic Felted Tweed blend rows 481 to 486 Yarn B, rows 487 to 496 Yarn A, rows 497 to 502
together beautifully in this classic scarf by Mary Henderson. Yarn B, rows 503 to 508 Yarn C, rows 509 to 516 Yarn D, rows 517 to
Stripes of different thicknesses are worked in linen stitch, a slipped 522 Yarn C, rows 523 to 526 Yarn B, rows 527 to 534 Yarn A, rows
stitch pattern that produces a dense fabric with an almost woven 535 to 538 Yarn B, rows 539 to 542 Yarn C, rows 543 to 548 Yarn
appearance. Mary has designed this scarf with men in mind, but it D, rows 549 to 552 Yarn C, rows 553 to 556 Yarn B, rows 557 to 566
should appeal to women, too - for a totally different look, why not Yarn A, rows 567 to 570 Yarn B, rows 571 to 574 Yarn C, rows 575 to
work it in shades of green and gold, or blues, greys and lilacs? 582 Yarn D, rows 583 to 586 Yarn C, rows 587 to 590 Yarn B, rows
591 to 602 Yarn A, rows 603 to 606 Yarn B, rows 607 to 610 Yarn
SCARF C, rows 611 to 618 Yarn D, rows 619 to 622 Yarn C, rows 623 to 626
Cast on 55 sts using 5mm needles and Yarn A. Yarn B, rows 627 to 642 Yarn A.
Row 1 (RS) (K1, wyif Sl 1 pwise) to last stitch, K1. Cast off.
Row 2 (WS) K1, P1, wyib Sl 1 pwise, (yf, P1, yb, Sl 1 pwise) to last 2 sts,
yf, P1, K1. Weave in all ends.
These 2 rows form linen stitch.
Work in yarn A for a total of 18 rows.
Maintaining the patt, now work the following stripe sequence.
STRIPE SEQUENCE
Rows 1 to 4 Yarn B, rows 5 to 8 Yarn C, rows 9 to 14 Yarn D,
rows 15 to 18 Yarn C, rows 19 to 22 Yarn B, rows 23 to 32 Yarn A.
Rep rows 1 to 32 three more times.
Rows 129 to 132 Yarn B, rows 133 to 138 Yarn C, rows 139 to 146
Yarn D, rows 147 to 150 Yarn C, rows 151 to 156 Yarn B, rows 157 to
166 Yarn A.
Rep rows 129 to 166 once more.
246 Yarn A.
332 Yarn A.
420 Yarn A, rows 421 to 426 Yarn B, rows 427 to 429 Yarn C.
rows 430 to 436 Yarn D, rows 437 to 440 Yarn C, rows 441 to 444
Yarn B, rows 445 to 454 Yarn A, rows 455 to 460 Yarn B, rows 461 to
466 Yarn C, rows 467 to 474 Yarn D, rows 475 to 480 Yarn C.
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CHILD CARDIGAN
Llewellyn
This shawl-collared cardigan
for boys and girls has a textured
yoke and vintage appeal
CHILD CARDIGAN
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CHILD CARDIGAN
FIND YOUR SIZE

6-9 9-12 12-18 2 yrs 3 yrs 4 yrs 5 yrs
STOCKING WORSTED 4MM
SIZE
mths mths mths
STITCH WEIGHT 4.5MM
TO FIT cm 44 451/2 48 53 55 581/2 61
CHEST in 171/4 18 183/4 203/4 211/2 23 24
YOU WILL NEED
■ A pair of 4mm (UK 8/US 6) ACTUAL cm 56 58 60 62 64 66 68
knitting needles CHEST in 22 223/4 231/2 241/2 25 26 263/4
■ A pair of 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7)
ACTUAL cm 28 29 31 32 34 35 37
knitting needles
■ 4-5 buttons LENGTH in 11 111/2 121/4 121/2 131/2 133/4 141/2
SLEEVE cm 17 19 21 231/2 26 281/2 33

TENSION SEAM in 63/4 71/2 81/2 91/4 101/4 111/4 13
20 sts and 25 rows to 10cm over st
st on 4.5mm needles Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted
YARN
(100% superwash wool; 100g/200m)
YARN STOCKISTS Olive (125) 2 2 2 2 3 3 3
Rowan 01484 668213
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ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 131
28 (29: 31: 32: 34: 35: 37) cm
17 (19: 21: 23
HOW TO USE OUR 28 (29: 30: 31: 32: 33: 34) cm 1/2: 26: 281/2:
33) cm
CHARTS
Start at the bottom right-hand
corner. Read right side rows from KEY
right to left and wrong side rows K on RS; P on WS No stitch
from left to right. A row of squares
P on RS; K on WS repeat
represents a row of knitting.
sized for boys and girls aged from six months to five years, this Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then on 1 (1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) foll alt
cardigan by Sarah Hatton is warm, comfortable and easy to care rows. [45 (47: 47: 49: 49: 51: 51) sts]
for. It’s knitted using Rowan’s Pure Wool Worsted, which is
machine-washable and comes in an impressive choice of 56 Cont in chart patt without shaping until armhole meas 12 (12: 13: 13:
colours. Sarah’s design has a shawl collar, and a textured pattern 14: 14: 15) cm, ending ending with a WS row.
around the yoke which gives the garment a vintage feel.
SHAPE SHOULDERS
BACK Cast off 5 sts at beg of next 2 rows. [35 (37: 37: 39: 39: 41: 41) sts]
Cast on 58 (58: 62: 62: 66: 66: 70) sts using 4mm needles. Cast off 5 (6: 5: 6: 6: 6: 6) sts at beg of next 2 rows.
Row 1 (RS) *K2, P2, rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. [25 (25: 27: 27: 27: 29: 29) sts]
Row 2 (WS) *P2, K2, rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
Rows 1 and 2 set rib. Cast off rem sts.
Work a further 5 (5: 5: 7: 7: 7: 7) rows in rib as set. LEFT FRONT

Next row (WS) Patt to end and dec 1 (0: 1: 0: 1: 0: 1) st and Cast on 27 (27: 27: 31: 31: 31: 31) sts suing 4mm needles.
inc 0 (1: 0: 1: 0: 1: 0) st at end of row. [57 (59: 61: 63: 65: 67: 69) sts] Row 1 (RS) K2, *P2, K2; rep from * to last st, P1.
Row 2 (WS) K1, *P2, K2; rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
Change to 4.5mm needles. Rows 1 and 2 set rib.
Beg with a RS knit row and working in st st throughout, cont until work Work a further 5 (5: 5: 7: 7: 7: 7) rows in rib as set.
meas 13 (14: 15: 15: 17: 18: 19) cm from cast-on edge, ending with a Next row (WS): Patt to end and dec 1 (0: 0: 2: 1: 0: 0) sts and
WS row. inc 0 (0: 1: 0: 0: 0: 1) st evenly across row.
Beg and ending rows as indicated for your size and working the 10-st [26 (27: 28: 29: 30: 31: 32) sts]
repeat five times across the row, commence chart and work rows 1-10
once, then reps of rows 11-14 throughout and AT THE SAME TIME work Change to 4.5mm needles.
shaping as folls: Beg with a RS knit row and working in st st throughout cont until work
Cont until work meas 15 (16: 17: 17: 19: 20: 21) cm, ending with a WS meas 13 (14: 15: 15: 17: 18: 19) cm from cast-on edge, ending with a WS
row. row.
Beg and ending rows as indicated for your size and working the 10-st
SHAPE ARMHOLES repeat two times across the row, commence chart and work rows 1-10
Cast off 2 (2: 2: 2: 3: 3: 4) sts at beg of next 2 rows. once, then reps of rows 11-14 throughout and AT THE SAME TIME work
[53 (55: 57: 59: 59: 61: 61) sts] shaping as folls:
CHILD CARDIGAN
CHART FRONTS CHART BACK

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13 13
12 12
11 11
10 10
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5 5
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12-18mths 12-18mths 6-9mths 6-9mths
2yrs Right Front Left Front 2yrs 9-12mths 9-12mths
3yrs 3yrs 12-18mths 12-18mths
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Cont until work meas 15 (16: 17: 17: 19: 20: 21) cm, ending with a WS ending with a WS row.
row.
SHAPE SLEEVE TOP
SHAPE ARMHOLE Cast off 2 (2: 2: 2: 3: 3: 4) sts at beg of next 2 rows.
Next row (RS) Cast off 2 (2: 2: 2: 3: 3: 4) sts, patt to end. [42 (44: 46: 48: 48: 50: 50) sts]
[24 (25: 26: 27: 27: 28: 28) sts]
Work 1 row. Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then on 1 (1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) foll alt rows.
[34 (36: 36: 38: 38: 40: 40) sts]
SHAPE FRONT NECK
Dec 1 st at armhole edge of next 3 rows, then on 1 (1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) foll alt Cast off 6 sts at beg of next 4 rows. 10 (12: 12: 14: 14: 16: 16) sts.
rows and AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at neck edge of next and 7 (7: 8: Cast off rem sts.
8: 8: 9: 9) foll alt rows, then on every foll 4th row to 10 (11: 10: 11: 11: 11:
11) sts. MAKING UP
Using mattress stitch, join both shoulder seams.
Cont in chart patt without shaping until armhole matches Back to start
of shoulder shaping, ending with a WS row. FRONT BAND
With RS facing, using 4mm needles, pick up and K34 (36: 38: 38: 43:
SHAPE SHOULDER 45: 47) sts evenly up right front to start of neck shaping, 27 (27: 31: 31:
Next row Cast off 5 sts, patt to end. [5 (6: 5: 6: 6: 6: 6) sts] 35: 35: 39) sts up right front neck, 26 (26: 26: 26: 28: 28: 28) sts from
Work 1 row. back neck, 27 (27: 31: 31: 35: 35: 39) sts down left side of neck and 34
Cast off rem sts. (36: 38: 38: 43: 45: 47) sts down left front.
[148 (152: 164: 164: 184: 188: 200) sts]
RIGHT FRONT
Cast on 27 (27: 27: 31: 31: 31: 31) sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 (WS): K1, *P2, K2; rep from * to last 3 sts, P2, K1.
Row 1 P1, *K2, P2; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. Row 2: K3, *P2, K2; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 2 P2, * K2, P2; rep from * to last st, K1. Rows 1 and 2 set rib.
Rows 1 and 2 set rib.
Work a further 5 (5: 5: 7: 7: 7: 7) rows in rib as set. For a Right side:
Next row (buttonhole row)(WS) Rib 3, [rib2tog, yrn, rib 7 (8: 8: 8: 7: 7:
Next row (WS) Patt to end and dec 1 (0: 0: 2: 1: 0: 0) sts and inc 0 (0: 1: 8)] 3 (3: 3: 3: 4: 4: 4) times, rib2tog, yrn, rib to end.
0: 0: 0: 1) st evenly across row. [26 (27: 28: 29: 30: 31: 32) sts]
Or for a Left side:
Change to 4.5mm needles. Next row (buttonhole row)(WS) Rib to last 32 (35: 35: 35: 41: 41: 44)
Work as given for Left Front, reversing all shapings. sts, [rib2tog, yrn, rib 7 (8: 8: 8: 7: 7: 8)] 3 (3: 3: 3: 4: 4: 4) times, rib2tog,
yrn, rib 3.
SLEEVES
Cast on 30 (30: 30: 34: 34: 34: 34) using 4mm needles. BOTH VERSIONS
Work 5 rows in rib as set for Back. Next row: Rib 77 (79: 85: 85: 95: 97: 103) sts, w&t.
Next row: Rib 7, w&t.
Next row Patt to end and dec 2 (0: 0: 2: 2: 0: 0) sts evenly across row. Next row: Rib 11, w&t.
[28 (30: 30: 32: 32: 34: 34) sts]
Cont in this way working 4 sts more before each wrapped st until the
Change to 4.5mm needles. following row has been worked:
Beg with a RS knit row and working in st st throughout, inc 1 st at each Rib 66 (66: 76: 76: 86: 86: 96), w&t, rib to end.
end of 3rd and 3 (1: 0: 5: 6: 2: 0) foll alt (alt: -: 4th: 4th: 4th: -) row, then Work a further 2 rows in rib across all sts.
on every foll 4th (4th: 4th: 6th: 6th: 6th: 6th) row to 46 (48: 50: 52: 54: Cast off in rib.
56: 58) sts.
FINISHING
Cont without shaping until Sleeve meas 17 (19: 21: 24: 26: 29: 33) cm, Join side and sleeve seams. Sew on buttons.
Modern Knits 23
MITTENS
Toasty hands
Mittens aren’t just for kids – knitted in a chunky yarn
they keep big hands warm too
MITTENS
TENSION
Yarn used knits as chunky to this
IN THE CHUNKY 5MM tension: 14 sts and 19 rows to
ROUND WEIGHT 6MM
measure 4x4in (10x10cm) over
stocking stitch using 6mm needles
YOU WILL NEED
■ King Cole, Big Value Poplar FINISHED SIZE
Chunky (100% acrylic, 170cm x 20cm (70in x 8in)
100g/150m),
1 ball of Olive (2532) ABBREVIATIONS
■ A set of 5½mm double pointed For a full list see page 131
needles
■ A set of 6½mm double pointed
needles
■ Waste yarn
King Cole 01756 703670
www.kingcole.com
For a quick winter knit, look no further than these sweet and simple THUMB
mittens by Jen Arnall-Culliford. Created in a hardwearing chunky Return sts on waste yarn to needles.
yarn they’re fun to knit and a pleasure to wear. The yarn we’ve used
is an attractive blend of multi-coloured shades and there are seven Rejoin yarn and knit 1 round, picking up 1 st from cast-on stitch
more to choose from in the range. See our guide over the page for of palm. [10 sts]
more tips and ideas about knitting mittens.
Continue in stocking stitch until thumb meas 5mm less than
MITTENS (MAKE 2) desired length.
CUFF
Cast on 26 sts using 5½mm double pointed needles. Distribute Next round (K2tog) 5 times. [5 sts]
stitches over 4 needles and join to work in the round, taking Break yarn, thread through rem sts and fasten off.
care not to twist stitches. Place marker for start of round.
Make second mitten in the same way as the first mitten.
Round 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to end of round.
This round sets rib.
Continue in rib until cuff measures 10cm from cast-on edge.
HAND
Change to 6½mm needles and knit 5 rounds.
Next round M1, K1, M1, place stitch marker, knit to end. [28 sts]
Next 2 rounds Knit.
Next round M1, knit to marker, M1, slip marker, knit to end.
Repeat last 3 rounds 2 more times (9 sts between markers).
[34 sts]
Next round Knit.

Next round Slip first 9 sts to waste yarn, cast on 1 st using the
backwards loop method, knit to end of round.
[26 sts]
Continue to work in stocking stitch (knit all rounds) until mitten

meas 25cm from cast-on edge.
Next round *SSK, K9, K2tog; rep from * once. [22 sts]
Next round Knit.
Next round Knit.
Next round Knit.
Break yarn, thread through rem sts and fasten off.
Modern Knits 25
ALL ABOUT
Mittens
the rundown
There are various ways to finish
the thumbs and tops of the mitten
to suit yourself…
Handwarmers
If you want your fingers to be free,
work the mittens straight, to just
Mittens and wristwarmers are the ultimate past your knuckles. Then work a
2cm welt on smaller needles, in
winter warmer and are super quick to knit! the same stitch you used for the
Never made them before? Our guide has cuff.
everything you need to know.

Flip-top mittens
Flip-top mittens are a great
compromise – you can literally
When you’re looking for a fun, quick SO MANY OPTIONS flip back the section covering your
knit, look no further than mittens. Mittens are a great way of using up fingers, leaving them free for fiddly
Whether you’re whipping up a last- scraps of yarn, and colourful stripes manoeuvres and texting!
minute gift or sending little ones off are a classic look. If you’re coveting
to school for the first time, a pair of a pattern for kids’ mittens, just use a
handwarmers is sure to hit the spot. thicker yarn and bigger needles and
Mittens enclose all your fingers in one
space, so your hands will feel super
you can have them in your size. You
can even knit an i-cord and hang them Afterthought thumb
toasty – more so than with gloves on it inside a coat! This is so-named because you
made with the same yarn. come back to it after the mitten is
done. To prepare the mitten for an
Traditional patterns are widely afterthought thumb, knit to where
FLAT OR IN THE ROUND? available, featuring Fair Isle and you want the thumb, work the next
Unlike socks, which are quite Scandinavian colourwork. There is 1.5cm of stitches using spare yarn,
uncomfortable to wear if knitted flat also a great trend for cabled mittens, then pass those stitches back
and seamed, mittens can be knitted with the extra thickness providing onto the left-hand needle and
in the round or in pieces and seamed, more warmth for frosty days. work again using the main yarn.
with a great result either way. For Once the mitten is finished, use
working in the round, you’ll need Mittens are constructed in a fairly double-pointed needles to pick up
double-pointed or circular needles. simple way, with lots of options to the stitches above and below the
Patterns should specify which will make them work for you. spare yarn. Unpick the spare yarn
work best, but double-pointed and pick up an extra two or three
needles are very useful for knitting stitches in the side gaps. Knit all
Read on to find out how…
particularly small circumferences, these stitches in rows or rounds
such as thumbs. until the thumb is the desired
length. For an open thumb, cast off
loosely at knuckle length.
STEP-BY-STEP THREE-NEEDLE CAST-OFF
1 Hold your knitting so both pieces 2 Knit both stitches together, 3 Repeat this for the second stitch 4 Slip the first stitch over the
have the WS facing out. Put the tip dropping them from the needles. on both needles. second on the third needle, just as
of a third needle knitwise through you would when working a regular
the first stitch on both needles. cast-off.
MITTENS 101
CLOSING THE TOP

For a closed thumb, work longer,
then K2tog across the last row/ Once the mittens reach the
round, thread the yarn tail through top of your little finger, work GROWN-ON THUMB
the stitches and pull tight. To finish, decreases either side of the A neat way to make
seam the thumb if necessary. halfway points where they divide a thumb is to increase
for the front and back, until the stitches at either side of
top of the mitten is narrow where your thumb joins
enough for your hand. For a the side of your hand, on
No thumbs!
You can make the thumbs in
pointed-top mitten, close the top
by breaking off the yarn with a
every other row/round.
This forms an extra wedge
long tail, threading it through the of fabric on the side of the
several ways. The easiest is to just remaining stitches and pulling mitten. When there are
make a hole to put your thumb tight. For a square-top mitten, enough stitches to cover
through. If knitting the mittens cast off the stitches (try a your thumb ‘gusset’, fold
flat, leave a gap for your thumb three-needle cast-off) and this wedge in half, and knit
when stitching together the side seam the two sides across the ‘gap’, placing
seams. If working in the round, together; or graft the the stitches in between on
cast off enough stitches to make a top together for a a holder to work the rest
2cm gap on one round, work again seamless finish. of the thumb later (it’s
to the same point, cast the same the same method as the
number of stitches back on and afterthought thumb).
continue around. You can oversew
the edges later to make them
neater. If you want your thumb
to be as cosy as the rest of your
hand, of course, you’ll need to
work a separate thumb.
CASTING ON STITCH PATTERNS

Mittens are usually knitted The main section of the
from the bottom up, enabling mitten will be worked
you to try them on as you go. straight on slightly larger
Cast on using a thumb, long- needles than you used
tail or cable cast-on method for the cuff. The simplest
so that the cuff will stretch to version will use stocking
fit your hand through. CUFF stitch, but because mittens
are small, they’re a great
Work the cuff using a slightly opportunity to practise
smaller needle than for the techniques such as cables,
main section, in a ribbed, moss colourwork or lace.
or garter stitch. This will make
the cuff slightly snugger and
stop the edge from rolling
up. Cuffs are normally about
5-10cm in length.
Our designs
THREE TO TRY...
Super-simple
1 2 Beautiful Colourful
stranded 3 stash buster
Primed to knit your mitts after that close-up look?
The super-simple mittens can be found on page 26 chunky
or why not try some different styles from Simply These mittens are a great Outi Kater has taken A simple colourwork
Knitting and The Knitter magazines. Try something beginner pattern or first inspiration from her native pattern is used on the
pair of mittens, and will finland for these mittens, body of these cute
new with Outi Kater’s beautiful stranded colour- knit up super-fast, thanks covering them with little wristwarmers. They are
work design from The Knitter issue 160, and these to the chunky King Cole pine trees and wave-like the perfect gift for family
yarn. You’ll have the warm- motifs. The mittens have and friends - knit them
money-saving stashbuster wristwarmers by Sophie est hands in no time – and gently pointed tops, over a weekend! These
Jordan from Simply Knitting issue 229. you’ll want to make more thumb gussets and simple wristwarmer are great way
in other colours! stocking stitch cuffs. to use up your DK stash.
Modern Knits 27
STUDDED SWEATER
STUDDED SWEATER
Sloppy joe
Everyone needs a long, loose sweater – studded
shoulders bring a unique look to Lisa Richardson’s design
Modern Knits 29
STUDDED SWEATER
TENSION
20 sts and 33 rows to 10cm (4in)
71 (71: 71: 74: 74: 76: 76: 78: 78: 80)cm

STOCKING, DK 3 MM measured over st st using 3 mm
47 (47: 48: 48: 49: 49: 49: 49: 50: 50)cm

RIB WEIGHT 3 MM (US 5) needles.
YOU WILL NEED ABBREVIATIONS

■ Rowan Norwegian Wool For a full list see
(100% wool, 50g/125m) in page 131
Red Velvet (023)
■ 1 pair 3 mm (US 3) needles
■ 1 pair 3 mm (US 5) needles
■ Studs – 60 (30 per shoulder)
Rowan 01484 668200
www.knitrowan.com 60 (62: 64: 67: 70: 73: 76: 79: 81: 84)cm
Work 5 rows.
Next row (RS) K4 (6: 4: 7: 5: 4: 7: 5: 7: 6), M1, *K10 (10: 11: 11: 12:
13: 13: 14: 14: 15), M1*, repeat from * to * 8 more times, K5 (7: 4:
7: 6: 4: 7: 6: 8: 6).
[109 (113: 117: 123: 129: 135: 141: 147: 151: 157) sts]
Work 5 rows.
Next row (RS) K4 (6: 3: 6: 4: 7: 5: 8: 5: 8), M1, *K10 (10: 11: 11: 12:
12: 13: 13: 14: 14, M1)*, repeat from * to * 9 more times, K5 (7: 4:
7: 5: 8: 6: 9: 6: 9).
[120 (124: 128: 134: 140: 146: 152: 158: 162: 168) sts]
Cont straight until back meas 41 (41: 40: 43: 42: 44: 43: 45: 44:
46) cm, ending with RS facing for next row.
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLES

Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[114 (118: 122: 128: 134: 140: 146: 152: 156: 162) sts]
Next row (RS) P2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, sl 1, K1, psso, P2.
Next row K2, P to last 2 sts, K2.
Rep last 2 rows 1 (5: 4: 10: 10: 16: 17: 23: 20: 26) times more.
[110 (106: 112: 106: 112: 106: 110: 104: 114: 108) sts]
Next row (RS) P2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, sl 1, K1, psso, P2.
Next row K2, P to last 2 sts, K2.
Next row P2, K to last 2 sts, P2.
BACK Next row K2, P to last 2 sts, K2.
Cast on 89 (93: 97: 103: 109: 115: 121: 127: 131: 137) sts using Rep last 4 rows 14 (12: 13: 10: 10: 7: 7: 4: 6: 3) times more.
3¼mm needles. [80 (80: 84: 84: 90: 90: 94: 94: 100: 100) sts]
Row 1 (RS) K1, *P1, K1, rep from * to end.
Row 2 P1, *K1, P1, rep from * to end. Next row (RS) P2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, sl 1, K1, psso, P2.
These 2 rows form rib. Next row K2, P2tog tbl, P to last 4 sts, P2tog, K2.**
Rep last 2 rows 9 (9: 10: 10: 11: 11: 12: 12: 13: 13) times more,
Cont in rib for a further 5 rows, ending with WS facing for next ending with RS facing for next row.
row.
Break yarn and leave rem 40 (40: 40: 40: 42: 42: 42: 42: 44:
Change to 3¾mm (US 5) needles. 44) sts on a holder.
Beg with a P row, cont in st st throughout as folls:
Work 3 rows, ending with RS facing for next row. FRONT
Next row (RS) K4 (6: 3: 6: 5: 3: 6: 5: 7: 5), M1, *K9 (9: 10: 10: 11: Work as given for Back to **, ending with RS facing for next row.
12: 12: 13: 13: 14), M1* repeat from * to * 8 more times, Rep last 2 rows 2 (2: 3: 2: 3: 3: 3: 3: 4: 4) times more, ending with
K4 (6: 4: 7: 5: 4: 7: 5: 7: 6). RS facing for next row.
[99 (103: 107: 113: 119: 125: 131: 137: 141: 147) sts] [68 (68: 68: 72: 74: 74: 78: 78: 80: 80) sts]
STUDDED SWEATER
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26
cm 81 86 91 97 102 107 112 117 122 127
TO FIT BUST
in 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50
cm 120 124 128 134 140 146 152 158 162 168
ACTUAL BUST
in 47 49 51 53 55 57 60 62 64 66
cm 71 71 71 74 74 76 76 78 78 80
LENGTH
in 28 28 28 29 29 30 30 301/2 301/2 311/2
SLEEVE cm 47 47 48 48 49 49 49 50 50 50
LENGTH in 181/2 181/2 19 19 191/2 191/2 191/2 191/2 191/2 191/2
YARN Rowan Norwegian Wool (100% wool, 50g/125m)

Red Velvet (023) 12 12 13 13 14 15 16 16 17 18
SHAPE FRONT NECK SHAPE TOP

Next row (RS) P2, K2tog, K15 (15: 15: 18: 18: 18: 21: 21: 21: 21) Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
and turn, leaving rem sts on a holder. [70 (70: 74: 74: 76: 76: 80: 80: 84: 84) sts]
[18 (18: 18: 21: 21: 21: 24: 24: 24: 24) sts] Working all decreases in same way as armhole decreases (with
Work each side of neck separately. 2 sts in rev st st at each end of every row), dec 1 st at each end
Working all armhole decreases as set, dec 1 st at armhole edge of next and 8 (8: 7: 7: 6: 6: 5: 5: 4: 4) foll 4th rows, then on
of next 7 (7: 7: 9: 9: 9: 11: 11: 11: 11) rows, ending with RS facing 14 (14: 17: 17: 19: 19: 22: 22: 25: 25) alt rows, then on foll 4 rows,
for next row, and at same time dec 1 st at neck edge of next 6 ending with WS facing for next row. [16 sts]
rows, then on foll 0 (0: 0: 1: 1: 1: 2: 2: 2: 2) alt rows. [5 sts] Still working 2 sts in rev st st at each end of every row, work a
Next row (RS) P2, K3tog. [3 sts] further 15 (15: 17: 17: 19: 19: 21: 21: 23: 23) rows, ending with RS
Next row K2tog, K1. facing for next row.
Next row P2tog and fasten off.
With RS facing, slip centre 30 (30: 30: 28: 30: 30: 28: 28: 30: LEFT SLEEVE ONLY
30) sts onto a holder, rejoin yarn, K to last 4 sts, sl 1, K1, psso, Work 1 row. Cast off 5 sts at beg of next and foll alt row, ending
P2. [18 (18: 18: 21: 21: 21: 24: 24: 24: 24) sts] with RS facing for next row.
Complete to match first side, reversing shapings.
RIGHT SLEEVE ONLY
SLEEVES Cast off 5 sts at beg of next and foll alt row.
Cast on 39 (39: 41: 41: 43: 43: 45: 45: 47: 47) sts using 3¼mm Work 1 row, ending with RS facing for next row.
needles.
Work in rib as given for Back for 7 rows, ending with WS facing BOTH SLEEVES
for next row. Cast off rem 6 sts.
Change to 3¾mm needles. MAKING UP

Beg with a P row, cont in st st throughout as folls: Press. Joining seams as though it were a raglan armhole,
Work 3 rows, ending with RS facing for next row. join both front and right back armhole seams using back stitch,
Next row (RS) K3 (3: 4: 4: 3: 3: 4: 4: 3: 3), M1, *K8 (8: 8: 8: 9: 9: or mattress stitch if preferred.
9: 9: 10: 10), M1*, repeat from * to * 3 more times, K4 (4: 5: 5: 4:
4: 5: 5: 4: 4). NECKBAND
[44 (44: 46: 46: 48: 48: 50: 50: 52: 52) sts] With RS facing and using 3¼mm needles, pick up and knit 16
sts from top of left sleeve, 9 (9: 9: 11: 11: 11: 13: 13: 13: 13) sts
Work 5 rows. down left side of front neck, K across 30 (30: 30: 28: 30: 30: 28:
Next row (RS) K2 (2: 3: 3: 4: 4: 2: 2: 3: 3), M1, *K8 (8: 8: 8: 8: 8: 28: 30: 30) sts on front holder, pick up and knit 9 (9: 9: 11: 11: 11:
9: 9: 9: 9), M1*, repeat from * to * 4 more times, K2 (2: 3: 3: 4: 4: 13: 13: 13: 13) sts up right side of front neck, and 16 sts from top
3: 3: 4: 4). of right sleeve, then K across 40 (40: 40: 40: 42: 42: 42: 42: 44:
[50 (50: 52: 52: 54: 54: 56: 56: 58: 58) sts] 44) sts on back holder inc 1 st at centre.
[121 (121: 121: 123: 127: 127: 129: 129: 133: 133) sts]
Work 3 rows, ending with RS facing for next row.
Inc 1 st at each end of next and every foll 8th row to 54 (54: 62: Beg with row 2, work in rib as given for Back for 9 rows, ending
62: 60: 60: 72: 72: 82: 82) sts, then on every foll 10th row until with RS facing for next row.
there are 76 (76: 80: 80: 82: 82: 86: 86: 90: 90) sts. Cast off in rib.
Cont straight until sleeve meas 47 (47: 48: 48: 49: 49: 49: 49:
50: 50) cm, ending with RS facing for next row. Using photograph as a guide, attach studs to top of sleeves.
Modern Knits 31
COLOURBLOCK CUSHIONS
Colour
zig-zag
New to knitting home accessories?
Start with these easy colourblock cushions
Modern Knits 33
TENSION
Yarn used knits as Aran to this
STOCKING ARAN tension: 18 sts and 24 rows to
STITCH WEIGHT 5MM
measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over
St st using 5mm needles
YOU WILL NEED
■ Hayfield Bonus 400g, Aran with ABBREVIATIONS
Wool (20% wool and 80% acrylic, For a full list see page 131
400g/840m)
■ 1 ball each of:
Alpine (842)
Mustard (768)
Green Heather (934)
■ A pair of 5mm (US 8) needles
■ 56cm (22in) cushion pad
For yarn stockists contact Sirdar
01924 371 501,
www.sirdar.co.uk
Colourblocking is the way to go when you want to create quick but

chic accessories for your home. Simply pick colours that fit with
your surroundings and you’re away. Kirstie McLeod’s trio of cushion
covers adds a twist to the idea with the blocks of colour meeting
each other in a broad zig-zag. The three designs are all variations
on the same theme, so they look great on their own or grouped
together. The choice is yours!
CUSHIONS
(MAKE 2 OF EACH PATTERN)
Cast on 91 stitches using 5mm needles.
Work in stocking stitch throughout and follow the Chart.
When Chart is finished, cast off.
MAKING UP
Weave in all loose ends. Place the right sides together, pin and
then sew the seams together, leaving enough room to fit the
cushion. Turn out the right way, insert the cushion pad and then
sew the final seam closed.
CHART 1 Mustard 768
Green Heather 934
Alpine 842
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CHART 2 Mustard 768
Green Heather 934
Alpine 842
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CHART 3 Mustard 768
Green Heather 934
Alpine 842
120
119
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Modern Knits 37
SHAWL
Tiree
This design can be worn as a scarf, cape
or poncho, and pairs lace with a gradient yarn
SHAWL
TENSION
19 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over
LACE DK 4.5MM main pattern on 4.5mm needles
STITCH WEIGHT 5MM
FINISHED SIZE
YOU WILL NEED Width: 40 (53) cm/153/4 (21) in
■ 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) Length: 150cm (59in)
knitting needles
■ 1 pair 5mm (UK 6/US 8) knitting ABBREVIATIONS
needles For a full list see page 131
■ Stitch markers (optional)
■ 3 x 20mm buttons
YOU WILL NEED

Schoppel-Wolle Gradient
(DK weight; 100% wool;
260m/284yds per 100g ball)
U Boat (1511); 3 x 100g balls HOW TO USE
OUR CHARTS
Schoppel Wolle Start at the bottom right-hand
www.schoppel-wolle.de corner. Read right side rows from
right to left and wrong side rows
from left to right. A row of squares
KEY represents a row of knitting.
K on RS; P on WS
P on RS; K on WS
K2tog CHART
SSK
Yo
S2kpo
Repeat 25 20 15 10 5
This wrap by Mary Henderson can be styled as a poncho with WRAP

buttons at the side, or as a shorter scarf or cape with buttons at Cast on 77 (101) sts using 4.5mm needles and the long-tail cast-on
the front. The yarnovers at the edges function as the buttonholes. method.
Mary has used Schoppel’s Gradient self-striping DK wool;
since knitting her sample, this particular colourway has been Row 1 (WS): Knit.
discontinued, but many other shades are available, including
the warm blue Stone Washed. BEGIN WAVE STITCH PATTERN
With RS facing, begin Wave Stitch Pattern, placing a stitch marker
PATTERN NOTES after each 24-st repeat if desired.
The wrap is knitted in one piece in a zigzag lace stitch pattern with Repeat pattern until wrap measures desired length, ending with a
mirrored scalloped edges. Chart row 1 and ensuring there is at least two metres of yarn left for
When joining a new ball of yarn, take care that it follows the gradient finishing.
pattern. Before beginning, look at the skeins and number them in the
order they are to be knitted, taking care to begin a new ball in sequence Next 2 rows Knit.
with the previous one. Tip: write the order they are to be knitted on the
yarn label. Change to 5mm needles.
Cast off purlwise.
WAVE STITCH PATTERN
(multiple of 24 sts + 1, with 2 selvedge sts each side) MAKING UP
Row 1 K3, *(yo, SSK) 5 times, yo, s2kpo, yo, (K2tog, yo) 5 times, K1; Weave in ends. Pin out scalloped edges. Block by covering with a clean
rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. cloth and steaming gently on the wrong side, following any yarn care
Row 2 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2. instructions on the ball band.
Row 3 K3, *yo, K10, s2kpo, K10, yo, K1; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. Attach three buttons 10cm apart along the selvedge, beginning 40cm
Rows 4-7 Rep rows 2 and 3 twice more. from the bottom scallop.
Row 8 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Rows 1-8 form pattern.
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MOTIF JUMPER
MOTIF JUMPER
Tribal
tattoo
Graphic motifs plus a strip of random
cable add up to a good-looking jumper
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MOTIF JUMPER
TENSION
18 sts and 22 rows to 10cm (4in)
INTARSIA, ARAN 4.5MM over stocking stitch using 5.5mm
62 (65:70:70) cm
CABLE, RIB WEIGHT 5.5MM
needles

■ Cascade 220 Superwash Aran T3B Sl next st to cn and hold at back of 42
(4 5:4
(100% wool, 100g/137m) work, K2 then P1 from cn. 7:4
8)
■ 1 pair 4.5mm (US 7) knitting T3F Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at front cm
needles of work, P1 then K2 from cn.
■ 1 pair 5.5mm (US 9) knitting C4B Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at back
needles of work, K2 then K2 from cn. 42 (49:55:58) cm
■ 1 circular 5mm (US 8) knitting C4F Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at front
needle of work, K2 then K2 from cn.
■ Cable needle (cn) T4B Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at back
■ Stitch holders, stitch markers of work, K2 then P2 from cn. C5B Sl next 3 sts to cn and hold at back of work, K3 then K3 from cn.
For yarn stockists visit Cascade T4F Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at front of work, K2 then K3 from cn. T6F Sl 3 sts to cn and hold at front of
Yarns, www.cascadeyarns.com of work, P2 then K2 from cn. C5F Sl next 3 sts to cn and hold at front work, P3 then K3 from cn.
Tw4B Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at back of work, K2 then K3 from cn. T6B Sl next 3 sts to cn and hold at back
of work, K2 then P1, K1 from cn. C6F Sl next 3 sts to cn and hold at front of work, K3 then P3 from cn.
Create this striking hand knit, designed by Amanda Jones, for a Chart 2 plus a further 6 (6: 10: 10) rows using yarn A only, thus
man or teen who wants something different. The easy-fitting shape ending on a WS row.
features subtle, random cablework plus innovative intarsia motifs.
They’re based on tribal tattoos including Japanese-style Kanji BACK NECK SHAPING
(characters for single words) and armbands, and the back of the Next row (RS) K18 (19: 21: 22), turn, leave rem sts on a spare
jumper has as much impact as the front. Finish with two-colour needle and work each side separately.
stripe accents for the ribbing at the hem, neckline and cuffs. Next row (WS) Dec 1 st at neck edge and work to end, then
break yarn and leave rem 17 (18: 20: 21) sts on a holder to cast
BACK off with the front shoulder later.
Cast on 74 (86: 98: 102) sts using 4.5mm needles and yarn B.
With RS facing rejoin yarn and cast off centre 24 (30: 38: 40)
Using yarns A and B, work in striped rib as folls: sts, knit to end of row.
Row 1 (RS) K2A, *P2B, K2A; rep from * to end. Dec 1 st at neck edge on following row then break yarn and leave
Row 2 P2A, *K2B, P2A; rep from * to end. sts on a holder as for first side.
Rep these 2 rows until you have completed 11 rows, thus ending
on a RS row. FRONT
Cast on 78 (90: 102: 106) sts using 4.5mm needles and yarn B,
Change to 5.5mm needles and using yarn A, purl 1 row. Note: there are more stitches on the Front due to the cable
Now work in patt as folls, using yarn A only. panel.
Row 1 (RS) K38 (46: 54: 58), pm, K5, P1, K2, P6, K2, P1, K5, pm,
K14 (18: 22: 22). Work in striped rib as given for Back for 11 rows.
The markers set position of Chart 1, small cable patt. Cont
working from row 4 (2: 2: 2) of Chart 1 until you have completed Change to 5.5mm needles and cont in yarn A.
row 37, keeping sides in st st. Purl 1 row.
Remove markers and work in st st for a further 21 (23: 27: 27) Set patt as folls:
rows thus ending on a WS row. Row 1 (RS) K23 (29: 35: 37), pm, P1, K6, P6, K4(2: 2: 2), P12(8:
2: 2), K2 (4: 2: 2), P1(5: 10: 10), K0 (0: 2: 2),
Start to work main tattoo motif as folls: P0 (0: 1: 1), pm, K23 (29: 35: 37).
Next row (RS) K11 (17: 23: 25)A, pm, K25A, K2B, K26A, pm,
K to end using yarn A. The markers set the position for Chart 3 asymmetric cable
Markers set the position for Chart 2. Cont working from row 2 of motif. Cont working from row 24 (16: 2: 2), maintaining sides in
Chart 2, keeping sides in st st, until you have completed row st st.
18 (18: 20: 20) of the chart, thus ending on a WS row.
When you have completed row 32 (24: 10: 10) of Chart 3, ending
SHAPE ARMHOLE on a WS row, start small motif patt (shown in Chart 4) as folls:
Keeping colourwork patt correct, cast off 4 sts at the beg of the
next 2 rows. Sizes S & M only: Work sts 10 to 23 of Chart 4 only, thus
[66 (78: 90: 94) sts] omitting small arrow.
S: K23A, slm, Chart 3 row 33, slm, K2A, pm, K7A, K3B, K4A,
Dec 1 st at each end of the next 3 (5: 5: 5) rows. pm, K7A.
[60 (68: 80: 84) sts] M: K29A, slm, Chart 3 row 25, slm, K4A, pm, K7A, K3B, K4A,
Cont without shaping until you have completed all 56 rows from pm, K11A.
MOTIF JUMPER
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE S M L XL
cm 76-81 86-91 97-102 107-112
TO FIT CHEST
in 30-32 34-36 38-40 42-44
cm 84 98 111 116
ACTUAL CHEST
in 33 381/2 431/2 451/2
cm 62 65 70 70
LENGTH
in 241/2 251/2 271/2 271/2
cm 42 45 47 48
SLEEVE SEEM
in 161/2 171/2 181/2 19
YARN Cascade 220 Superwash Aran (137m/100g hanks)

A Feather Grey (875) 7 7 8 9
B Majolica Blue (1999) 2 2 2 2
L: K35A, slm, Chart 3 row 11, slm, K2A, pm, K3A, K1B, K12A, Work should meas approx 30 (28: 30: 28) cm.
K3B, K4A, pm, K10A. Start Sleeve motif as shown on Chart 5 as folls:
XL: K37A, slm, Chart 3 row 11, slm, K2A, pm, K3A, K1B, K12A, Row 1 (RS) K2 (3: 4: 5), pm, Chart 5 row 1, pm, K3 (4: 5: 6).
K3B, K4A, pm, K12A.
Cont working from row 2 of Chart 5, until you have completed
Cont to work from row 2 of Chart 4 until you have completed all all 15 rows then work straight in st st using yarn A only until
20 rows, then cont working the central panel (Chart 3) until you Sleeve meas 42 (45: 47: 48) cm from beg ending on a WS row.
have worked row 96 (92: 84: 84), thus ending on a WS row.
SHAPE SLEEVEHEAD
SHAPE ARMHOLES Cast off 4 sts at the beg of the next 2 rows.
Cast off 4 sts at the beg of the next 2 rows. [70 (82: 94: 98) sts] [54 (56: 58: 60) sts]
Dec 1 st at each end of the next 3 (5: 5: 5) rows.
[64 (72: 84: 88) sts] Dec 1 st at each end of the next 5 (7: 5: 7) rows.
[44 (42: 48: 46) sts]
Cont without shaping on these sts until you have completed row
122 of Chart 3, ending on a WS row. Then dec 1 st at each end of the next 3 (2: 2: 4) alt rows.
[38 (38: 44: 38) sts]
FRONT NECK SHAPING
Next row K22 (24: 28: 29), turn, leave rem sts on a spare Then dec 1 st at each end of every foll 4th row until 30 (30: 34:
needle and work each side separately. 34) sts rem.
Dec 1 st at the neck edge on every foll row until 17 (18: 20: 21) Work 1 row straight then cast off loosely.
sts rem.
NECKBAND
Cont without shaping until Front matches Back to shoulder With 5mm circular needle and yarn B, starting at the left
shaping, ending on a WS row. Break yarn and leave sts on a shoulder, pick up and knit 16 sts down the left Front, pick up and
holder to cast off with Back later. knit 20 (23: 26: 28) sts across the Front neck, pick up and knit
16 sts up the right Front neck, pick up and knit 2 sts down the
With RS facing rejoin yarn and cast off centre 20 (24: 28: 30) Back neck, pick up and knit 24 (29: 38: 40) sts across Back
sts, K to end of row. neck, pick up and knit 2 sts to left shoulder.
[80 (88: 100: 104) sts]
Complete as for the first side, reversing shapings.
Cast off the Front shoulders with the Back shoulders using the With RS facing, purl 1 round.
3 needle cast-off technique. Next round Using yarns A & B, *K2A, P2B; rep from * to end of
round.
SLEEVES Rep this round until you have completed 7 rounds.
Cast on 34 (38: 38: 42) sts using 4.5mm needles and yarn B,
work striped rib as given for Back for 10 rows thus ending on a Using yarn B only, work 1 round in K2, P2 rib, then cast off in rib
WS row. as set.
Change to 5.5mm needles and using yarn A, beg with a K row MAKING UP
working in st st throughout. Weave in all ends. Join side and sleeve seams. Set in sleeve
Inc 1 st at each end of the 3rd row, then on every foll 4th row matching the centre of the sleeve to the shoulder seam.
until there are 62 (64: 66: 68) sts. Press lightly according to the instructions on the ballband.
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MOTIF JUMPER
CHART 3 CHART 1 KEY
123 37
122 36 K on RS, P on WS T4F
121 35
120 34 K on WS, P on RS Tw4B
119 33
118 32
117 31 T3B C5B
116 30
115 29 T3F C5F
114 28
113 27
112 26 C4B C6F
111 25
110 24 C4F T6F
109 23
108 22
107 21 T4B T6B
106 20
105 19
104
103
18
17 CHART 4
102 16 20
101 15 19
100 14 18
99 13 17
98 12 16
97 11 15
96 10 14
95 9 13
94 8 12
93 7 11
92 6 10
91 5 9
90 4 8
89 3 7
88 2 6
87 1 5
86 4
85 20 15 10 5 3
84 2
83 1
82
KEY
81 20 15 10 5
80
79
78
77
Yarn A. K on RS, P on WS
76
74
75 Yarn B. K on RS, P on WS
73
72
71
70
69
CHART 2
68 56
67 55
66 54
65 53
64 52
63 51
62 50
61 49
60 48
59 47
58 46
57 45
56 44
55 43
54 42
53 41
52 40
51 39
50 38
49 37
48 36
47 35
46 34
45 33
44 32
43 31
42 30
41 29
40 28
39 27
38 26
37 25
36 24
35 23
34 22
33 21
32 20
31 19
30 18
29 17
28 16
27 15
26 14
25 13
1st size start
24 12
23 11
22 10
21 9
20 8
19 7
18 6
17 5
2nd size start
16 4
15 3
14 2
13 1
12
11 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5
10
9
8
6
7
CHART 5
5 15
4 14
3 13
2 12
1 11
10
30 25 20 15 10 5 9
8
HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS

7
6
5
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side 4
3
rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to 2
1
right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting. 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5
TUBE TOP
H
O
S
c
r
f
r
One top, four looks

A simple tube design makes this stunning top
incredibly versatile. How will you wear yours today?
Modern Knits 45
TUBE TOP
50½ (56: 64) cm

MEASUREMENTS
Chest 81–117cm (32–46in)
ST ST, ARAN 4MM
RIBBING WEIGHT 5MM
TENSION
Yarn knits as Aran to this tension:
YOU WILL NEED 21 sts and 25 rows to 10cm over st
■ DROPS Lima Mix st using 4mm needles Cream
(65% wool, 35% alpaca,
50g/100m) 5 balls of each SIZES
Yarn A Grey (9015) Top is sized for small, medium
Yarn B Off White (0100) and large, but
75cm
■ A 4mm circular needle, 80cm the length is the same for all sizes
long
■ A 5mm circular needle, 80cm ABBREVIATIONS
long SM slip marker
For yarn stockists Grey
35cm
visit Wool Warehouse, For a full list of abbreviations
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk, see page 131
01926 882 818
36½ (40: 46) cm
cream off the shoulder grey draped cowl
cream draped cowl grey off the shoulder
TUBE TOP
This flattering tube-style knit, designed by Kirstie McLeod, has all

the makings of a perfect going-out top. Wear it pulled down low
over the shoulders for a glamorous look, or gently drape the cowl
neck for a girl-next-door style. With its simple slits for your arms
in the centre of the design, you can opt for a cream body and grey
banding at the neck, or vice versa! The choice makes this garment
lots of fun – plus it’s a quick knit in stocking stitch and ribbing. So
start your topsy-turvy top today!
BACK
Cast on 182 (202: 230) sts using 4mm circular needle and yarn A,
place a stitch marker (SM) after stitch 91 (101: 115), and then at the
end of the round.
Join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts.
Round 1 (K1, P1) to end of round.

Round 2 Knit.
Rep rounds 1–2 until 10 rounds have been worked.
Continue working the garment in stocking stitch.
When the knitting measures 10cm from the cast-on edge, work the
shaping as follows:
Next round *K3, sl 1, k1, psso, knit to 5 stitch before the SM, k2tog,
knit to SM; rep from * to end of round. [4 sts decreased]
Knit 4 rounds.
Rep these 5 rounds until you have 170 (190: 218) sts.
Work 10 rounds without shaping.

Next round K3, kfb, knit to 4 sts before the SM, kfb, knit to SM; rep
from * to end of round. [4 sts increased]
Knit 4 rounds.
Rep these 5 rounds until you have 182 (202: 230) sts
Continue straight until the knitting measures 35cm from the

cast-on edge.
Next round Cast off 16 sts, knit until there are 59 (69: 83) sts on
the right-hand needle, cast off 32 sts, knit until there are 59 (69:
83) sts after the cast off sts, cast off remaining 16 sts.
Change to 5mm circular needle and Yarn B.

Next round K59 (69: 83), cast on 32 sts, K59 (69: 83), cast on 32
sts. [182 (202: 230) sts]
Continue in working in the round and in stocking stitch until the

knitting measures 75cm from the cast-on edge.
Cast off.
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JAR COSIES
Jazzy jars
Give your kitchen shelves
a makeover with bold chevrons
JAR COSIES
SIZE
Wide Mouth Jar: 25.5cm (10in)
STOCKING SPORT circumference and 5cm (2in) high
STITCH WEIGHT 3.25MM
Standard Jar: 21.5cm (8¼in)
circumference and 7.5cm (3in)
YOU WILL NEED high
WIDE MOUTH JAR
■ Premier Yarns, Cotton Fair TENSION
(52% cotton, 48% acrylic, 13 stitches and 20 rows to 5cm
100g/290m) 1 ball of each (2in) over st st on 3.25 mm (US 3)
Yarn A Cream (2702) knitting needles
Yarn B Bright Peach (2707)
ABBREVIATIONS
STANDARD JAR kfbf double increase by knitting
■ Premier Yarns, Cotton Fair the front, the back, and the front of
(52% cotton, 48% acrylic, the next stitch
100g/290m) 1 ball of each
Yarn A Cream (2702) pfbf double increase by purling
Yarn B Slate Grey (2713) the front, the back, and the front of
the next stitch
BOTH JARS
■ 1 pair of 3.25 mm (US 3) knitting For a full list see page 131
needles
■ Tapestry needle
For yarn stockists please visit
www.premieryarns.com
If your kitchen shelves are anything like ours, they’re probably

packed with pens, utensils and other bits and bobs that don’t seem CHEVRON JAR COSY
to belong anywhere! Glass jars make practical storage solutions, (FOR STANDARD HALF PINT JAR)
but that doesn’t mean they can’t be stylish too – we’ve given them Cast on 35 sts using Yarn A and 3.25mm needles.
a makeover with these bold chevron jar cosies. Match them to your Row 1 K2tog, k15, kfbf, k15, k2tog.
kitchen décor, or colour code them according to their contents! Row 2 P2tog, p15, pfbf, p15, p2tog.
Two sizes are included in these instructions, but the pattern can be Row 3–10 Repeat rows 1 and 2.
easily adapted to cover vases, mugs and cafetières.
Switch to yarn B.
CHEVRON JAR COSY Row 11–12 Repeat rows 1 and 2.
(FOR WIDE MOUTH HALF PINT JAR)
Cast on 25 sts using Yarn A and 3.25mm needles. Switch to yarn A.
Row 1 K2tog, k10, kfbf, k10, k2tog. Row 13–18 Repeat rows 1 and 2.
Row 2 p2tog, p10, pfbf, p10, p2tog.
Row 3–10 Repeat rows 1 and 2. Switch to yarn B.
Row 19–22 Repeat rows 1 and 2.
Switch to yarn B.
Row 11–12 Repeat rows 1 and 2. Switch to yarn A.
Switch to yarn A.
Switch to yarn B.
Row 19–22 Repeat rows 1 and 2. Switch to yarn A.
Switch to yarn A.
Switch to yarn B. Cast off.
MAKING UP
Switch to yarn A. Stitch the cast-off end of the strip to the cast-on end to
Row 33–34 Repeat rows 1 and 2. create the cosy.
Weave in any loose ends.
Switch to yarn B.
Cast off.
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SCANDI HAT
Moorkavie
This quick-knit hat with Scandinavian style
will make a welcome gift for men or women
Modern Knits 51
SCANDI HAT
SIZE CHART
Circumference: 53cm (21in)
ST ST, HEAVY 49
4MM Length: 24cm (91/2in)
FAIR ISLE DK 4.5MM 47
45
TENSION
YOU WILL NEED 23 sts and 26 rows to 10cm over 43
YARN patt on 4.5mm needles 41
■ The Border Mill Alpaca Tweed 39
(100% alpaca; 180m/197yds per YARN STOCKISTS 37
100g) 1 of skein of each The Border Mill 01361 883692 35
Yarn A Man O’ War www.thebordermill.co.uk 33
Yarn B Biscuit 31
■ 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular For a full list of abbreviations, 29
needles, 40cm long see p131 27
■ 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) circular 25
needles, 40cm long 23
■ 1 set 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) 21
double-pointed needles (DPNs) 19
■ 6 stitch markers
17
KEY 15
Yarn A
13
Yarn B 11
K2tog 9
7
SSK
S2kpo 3
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from
right to left and wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares Slip first st of round 1
represents a row of knitting. (to be worked in final s2kpo) 20 15 10 5
HAT
Cast on 120 sts using 4mm needles, Yarn A and the long-tail cast-on
method. Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not twist sts.
Round 1: (K1tbl, P1tbl) to end.
Rep last rnd 13 more times, on last round place stitch markers every
24 sts.
Change to 4.5mm needles.

Using the stranded technique, stranding the colour not in use loosely
across the back of the work, work Chart to Round 39.
SHAPE CROWN
Change to DPNs when necessary.
Continuing to work Chart, work as folls:
Round 40: *SSK, patt to 5 sts before mrk, K2tog, K3; rep from * to
end. [10 sts dec’d]
Rep round 40, five more times. [60 sts]
Round 46: *SSK, K1, s2kpo, K1, K2tog, K3; rep from * to end. [40 sts]
Round 47: Patt to end.
Round 48: *K1, s2kpo; rep from * to end. [20 sts]
Round 49: Patt to end.
Round 50: Sl 1, *K1, s2kpo; rep from * to end, working the first st in the
This beanie hat has a slouchy fit and would suit both men and women, final s2kpo. [10 sts]
with its two-colour stranded design inspired by Scandinavian motifs.
The knitted fabric has a wonderfully soft feel, thanks to the use of Cut yarns leaving 10cm tails. Thread tails through sts on the needles
Alpaca Tweed yarn from The Border Mill. It’s a gorgeous worsted- and pull tight. Pull yarn to inside and weave in ends.
weight pure alpaca that’s spun in the Scottish Borders; the palette
blends natural and hand-dyed alpaca fibre for a tweedy effect, and FINISHING
there is a wide range of colours to choose from. Block by steaming lightly with steam iron, following any yarn care
instructions on the ball band.
SCANDI HAT
Modern Knits 53
ALL ABOUT
H a ts
the rundown
Welt
The first 2.5 to 5cm of the hat is
usually knitted on smaller needles,
in a ‘welt’ pattern. A welt is a
section of knitting at the edge of
a garment that uses a stable stitch
pattern which does not curl. It
Stuck for a quick gift? Want to try a new might be worked in garter stitch,
rib or moss stitch. Of course, you
technique? If you want to get ahead, get don’t have to knit a welt. A rolled
a hat! Our guide from Rosee Woodland edge made with stocking stitch,
which curls naturally, is very
includes everything you need to know. comfortable and easy to get on
and off, making it great for hats
for newborn babies.
The change up
Hats make the perfect learning GET A ROUND IN
exercise. For beginners they offer the If you’ve never tried knitting in the
chance to try out increasing and round, why not give it a go with a hat? Immediately after the welt, you will
decreasing on a small project. Try using a 40cm circular needle normally switch to slightly larger
Intermediate knitters can experiment (look on your ball band to see what needles, and increase some
with knitting in the round, and needle size you need), and switch to stitches as well – as long as the
experienced knitters can use hats to double-pointed needles when there edge fits snugly the rest of the hat
challenge themselves with colourwork. aren’t enough stitches to stretch all doesn’t need to be as tight. For a
the way around. beanie you might only increase
To knitting designer Elizabeth 10 per cent of stitches. For a tam
Zimmermann, hats were ‘giant Cast on using a stretchy method (see o’ shanter or a beret it might be
swatches’, the ideal opportunity to ‘Casting On’), work one row straight, as much as 30 per cent. The more
test ideas and hone skills too daunting and then join to continue in the round, you increase at this point the
in a full-sized garment. being careful not to twist your looser your hat will be. These
stitches, and placing a marker to increases are usually made over
Whether sticking to a pattern or trying show you where the round begins and just a few rows, often only a
out an idea of your own, the basic ends. Every time you get back to the single row.
construction and short knitting time marker, just slip it onto your right-
for most hats makes them a fun, quick hand needle and carry on knitting!
Same difference
knit for everyone.
The easiest way to join to work in the
round is to cast on one more stitch
than you need and then knit the last Even though children and adults
stitch together with the first stitch to vary wildly in clothing size, there is
close the gap. Alternatively, slip the very little difference in the hat size
first and last stitches over each other. of a young child and that of an
adult, with crown depth varying
between 8 to 10cm.
STEP-BY-STEP K2TOG KNIT TWO STITCHES TOGETHER
1 Insert the point of the right-hand 2 Wind the yarn round the tip of the 3 Drop the two stitches from the 4 Knitting two stitches together
needle through the loops of the right-hand needle and pull the yarn left-hand needle and keep the new decreases your stitch count by one,
next two stitches as if to knit. through the two stitches, knitting stitch on the right-hand needle. and the decrease stitch leans to the
them both together. right. This is how a series of k2tog
decreases will look.
HATS 101
If you like the look of a child’s hat 6 PATTERNS FOR SHAPING 4 CROWNING GLORY
pattern and want to make it for Some hats make use of stitch After the increase section, you’ll knit straight
yourself, try going up one yarn patterns to shape the top of the for about 8 to 10cm (8cm for a child, 10cm
weight (e.g. from 4ply to DK) for an adult), before decreasing for the
crown. For example, a tam with a
and one or two needle sizes – this crown. This is done gradually, to create a
leaf lace motif might have the tips
will probably make enough of a smooth angle with a final stitch count
difference for it to fit you, but if of the leaf shapes pointing
upwards, so that the decreases in normally between 10 and 20 stitches.
in doubt, swatch!
the design gradually make the
Likewise, if you fancy a more crown smaller. 3 PATTERN
grown-up pattern for your When knitting a hat, it is
youngster, switch down a yarn important that it stretches
weight and needle size and you’ve evenly. If you’re working a
probably done enough to reduce stranded colourwork pattern,
the size. carry the yarn not being
worked loosely across the
back of the fabric. If you pull
it too tight, the fabric will
6 MAKING UP pucker and the hat may
If you’ve worked your hat flat, be too tight. For the same
the neatest way to stitch up reason, yarns with a higher
the seam is by using mattress degree of elasticity, such as
stitch. Work up from the welt to wool mix yarns, will work
the crown. Fasten off. better for this kind of project.
7 FASTENING OFF
To fasten your hat off neatly,
break off your yarn with a 20cm 2 NEGATIVE EASE
tail, thread the tail through a The welt of your hat should
large tapestry needle, and then measure approximately 5cm
thread the yarn through all the less in circumference than the
stitches in an anti-clockwise circumference of your head.
direction, twice around. Gently This is so that it can stretch to
pull tight, stitch through the fit, and not slip off. A turned-
centre of the crown so that the up edge will give a more snug
yarn is now on the wrong side, fit than a ribbed welt.
and then overstitch underneath
the crown a couple of times to
secure the yarn before weaving
in the end on the wrong side. 1 CASTING ON
Hats need a stretchy edge so that they can cling to your head.
Cast on using the thumb, long-tail or cable cast-on method – all
give an elasticated finish. If your hat is knitted from the top down,
cast off using a stretchy method such as the ribbed cast-off.
Design ideas
THREE TO TRY...
1 2 Scandi hat 3 Classic tam

Knitters are always thinking ahead, and if you want FOR HER FOR HIM FOR HER
to get ahead get a hat! As we start to consider Bobble hat
winter projects, hats are the perfect place to start Turn heads this winter in a Show him how much you Keep warm in this
to make sure you’re not caught out in the cold. super-cosy bobble hat care with Mary Hender- colourwork tam knitted
knitted in super chunky son’s cool beanie knitted in gorgeous Kelbourne
We’ve got three great designs in this issue of merino 100% yarn in soft in a lovely alpaca yarn. Woolens Andorra yarn
Modern Knits, from a chunky cable to a pair of cream that’ll blend with all He’ll love the tweed shade – so gentle and soft. This
your outfits. Top it off with from The Border Mill – Fair Isle pattern only ever
stylish titfers for grown-ups – a colourwork beanie a pom-pom for a truly and the soft feel of the uses two shades at a time,
for him and a Fair Isle tam for her. luxurious finish. Find the 100% alpaca too! Turn to so you’ll be finished in
pattern on page 8. page 51 to get started. no time. See page 97.
Modern Knits 55
CUSHION AND THROW
Cable comforts Knit up this stylish cushion and throw set

to cosy up any bed or sofa in your home
CUSHION AND THROW
measure 4x4in (10x10cm) over

garter stitch using 5mm needles
MOSS ST ARAN
CABLES WEIGHT 5MM
MEASUREMENTS
Cushion: 40 x 40cm
YOU WILL NEED Throw: 183 x 122cm
■ Hayfield Bonus Aran
(80% acrylic, 20% wool, ABBREVIATIONS
400g/840m), 3 balls of C8RB cable 8 rib back: slip next 4
Croft Grey (813) needles onto a cable needle and
■ A pair of 5mm needles leave at back of work, K1, P2, K1,
■ A cable needle (K1, P2, K1) from cable needle
■ 3 buttons
■ 40 x 40cm cushion pad C8RF cable 8 rib front: slip next 4
For yarn stockists contact Sirdar sts onto cable needle and leave at
01924 231682, front of work, K1, P2, K1, (K1, P2,
www.sirdar.co.uk K1) from cable needle
TENSION For a full list see page 131

Yarn used knits as aran to this
tension: 18 sts and 26 rows to
Give someone a gift they’ll never forget with this stunning cabled Row 12 (K2, P2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
set, designed by Louise Butt, which will add style to any home. (K2, P2) 6 times.
Homely presents are always sure to be appreciated, and in the Row 13 (P2, K2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4,
colder months even the most cosy house will be improved by (P2, K2) 6 times.
some snuggly cabled knitting. Row 14 (P2, K2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
Though a throw looks like a big project, the aran-weight yarn means (P2, K2) 6 times.
it will knit up fast, and Hayfield Bonus Aran is great value for money Row 15 (K2, P2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4,
as well, coming in huge 400g balls. The 80% acrylic means that it (K2, P2) 6 times.
will be easy to care for and wash, while the 20% wool will keep you Row 16 (K2, P2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
warm all evening. (K2, P2) 6 times.
The cables look great in a traditional pale aran colour, but the yarn Row 17 (P2, K2) 6 times, P4, C8RF, C8RB, P4, (P2, K2) 6 times.
is available in 30 shades, ranging from natural tweeds and heathers Row 18 (P2, K2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
to a vibrant purple, so match it to your décor for a stylish set! (P2, K2) 6 times.
Row 19 (K2, P2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4,
CUSHION (K2, P2) 6 times.
Cast on 72 sts using 5mm needles. Row 20 (K2, P2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
Row 1 K2, P2 to end of row. (K2, P2) 6 times.
Last row sets 2x2 rib. Rows 1–10 set pattern.
Work in this 2x2 rib for 11 rows. Cont in pattern until knitting meas approx 72cm, ending on either
row 2 or row 12.
MAIN PATTERN
Row 1 (P2, K2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, (P2, BUTTON BAND
K2) 6 times. Work a 2x2 rib (starting with K2) for 4 rows.
Row 2 (P2, K2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Next row (RS) (K2, P2) 3 times, K2, yrn, P2tog, [(K2, P2) 4 times,
(P2, K2) 6 times. K2, yrn, P2tog] twice, (K2, P2) 4 times.
Row 3 (K2, P2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, Cont in rib pattern for 7 rows.
(K2, P2) 6 times. Cast off in rib.
Row 4 (K2, P2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
(K2, P2) 6 times. TO MAKE UP
Row 5 (P2, K2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, Weave in all ends. With right side facing, fold the cushion cover so
(P2, K2) 6 times. that the button band covers the rib band, and is centrally located.
Row 6 (P2, K2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Pin the two bands in place along one selvedge, to the back of the
(P2, K2) 6 times. cushion. Carefully turn cushion inside out, reposition pins and
Row 7 (K2, P2) 6 times, P4, C8RB, C8RF, P4, (K2, P2) 6 times. join along selvedge. Repeat for the other side.
Row 8 (K2, P2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Attach the buttons so that they line up with the buttonholes.
(K2, P2) 6 times.
Row 9 (P2, K2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, THROW
(P2, K2) 6 times. Pattern note: The throw is worked in three sections. The border is
Row 10 (P2, K2) 6 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, also worked separately.
(P2, K2) 6 times.
Row 11 (K2, P2) 6 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, OUTSIDE SECTIONS (SECTIONS 1 & 3)
(K2, P2) 6 times. Cast on 48 sts using 5mm needles.
Modern Knits 57
CUSHION AND THROW
(P2, K2) 3 times.

(K2, P2) 3 times.
(K2, P2) 3 times.
Row 17 (P2, K2) 3 times, P4, C8RF, C8RB, P4, (P2, K2) 3 times.
Row 18 (P2, K2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
(P2, K2) 3 times.
(K2, P2) 3 times.
(K2, P2) 3 times.
Rows 1–20 set pattern.
Cont in pattern until knitting meas approx 145cm, ending on
either row 2 or row 12.
Work a double moss st panel edge for 14 rows, following on from
the double moss st pattern as set.
Cast off in pattern.
MIDDLE SECTION (SECTION 2)

Cast on 48 sts using 5mm needles.
Rows 1 & 2 (K2, P2) to end of row.
Rows 3 & 4 (P2, K2) to end of row.
Rows 1–4 set double moss stitch.
Rep these 4 rows 3 more times, for a total of 16 rows.
PANEL PATTERN
Row 1 K12, (K2, P2) 6 times, K12.
Row 2 P12, (K2, P2) 6 times, P12.
Row 3 K12, (P2, K2) 6 times, K12.
Row 4 P12, (P2, K2) 6 times, P12.
Work these 4 rows until knitting meas 145cm, ending on row 4.
Rows 1 & 2 (K2, P2) to end of row. DOUBLE MOSS ST EDGE

Rows 3 & 4 (P2, K2) to end of row. Rows 1 & 2 (K2, P2) to end of row.
Rows 1–4 set double moss stitch. Rows 3 & 4 (P2, K2) to end of row.
Rep these 4 rows 3 more times, for a total of 16 rows. Rows 1–4 set double moss stitch.
Rep these 4 rows 3 more times, for a total of 16 rows.
CABLE PATTERN Cast off in pattern.
Row 1 (P2, K2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, (P2,
K2) 3 times. CABLED BORDER
Row 2 (P2, K2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Cast on 25 sts using 5mm needles.
(P2, K2) 3 times. Rows 1, 3, 5, & 7 K6, P2, K2, P2, k6, P2, K2, P3.
Row 3 (K2, P2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, & 10 K3, P2, K2, p6, P2, K2, P2, p6.
(K2, P2) 3 times. Row 9 C6B, P2, K2, P2, C6B, P2, K2, P3.
Row 4 (K2, P2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Cont until border meas 488cm, but don’t
(K2, P2) 3 times. cast off yet as you may need to extend it, depending on how long
Row 5 (P2, K2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, the total edge of your blanket is. Instead, place stitches on a
(P2, K2) 3 times. holder.
Row 6 (P2, K2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4,
(P2, K2) 3 times. TO MAKE UP
Row 7 (K2, P2) 3 times, P4, C8RB, C8RF, P4, (K2, P2) 3 times. With right sides together, join the blanket sections.
Row 8 (K2, P2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, Lightly press on the reverse side.
(K2, P2) 3 times. Starting in the middle of the end of Section 2, start to attach the
Row 9 (P2, K2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, border with right sides together. When you get to 5cm before
(P2, K2) 3 times. each corner, gather the edge of the border slightly as you sew so
Row 10 (P2, K2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, that there is more fabric to turn the corner and the border will lie
(P2, K2) 3 times. flatter.
Row 11 (K2, P2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4, Continue to slightly gather for 5cm after the corner.
(K2, P2) 3 times. When you reach the end of the border, you may need to work
Row 12 (K2, P2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, more rows. If so, just slip the sts back onto your needle and
(K2, P2) 3 times. continue the pattern from where you stopped.
Row 13 (P2, K2) 3 times, P4, K1, (P2, K2) 3 times, P2, K1, P4,
(P2, K2) 3 times. Cast off when you have worked enough, and then join the edges
Row 14 (P2, K2) 3 times, K4, P1, K2, (P2, K2) 3 times, P1, K4, to the main blanket. Weave in ends.
CHILD JUMPER
Bunty
Sweet, colourful and wonderfully soft, this jumper
for children will become a firm favourite
Modern Knits 59
CHILD JUMPER
YARN STOCKISTS
DROPS c/o Wool Warehouse
ST ST 4PLY 2.5MM
FAIR ISLE
01926 882818 www.
3.5MM
woolwarehouse.co.uk
40 (43: 47: 49: 51) cm

■ 2.5mm (US 1-2) circular For a full list see
39 (41¾: 44½: 47: 49½) cm
needles, 40cm long page 131 26 (
■ 3.5mm (US 4) circular needles, 30:
33:
37:
40cm long 40)
cm
■ 1 pair 2.5mm (US 1-2) needles
■ 1 pair 3.5mm (US 4) needles
■ Stitch markers, stitch holders
TENSION
colourwork on 3.5mm needles
Flowers, diamonds and zigzags decorate this children’s jumper by Next row (WS dec): Purl to last 2 sts, P2tog.
Sophie Jordan. She has picked a cheerful colour palette for her [24 (26: 29: 31: 33) sts]
Fair Isle design, using the incredibly soft and warm Alpaca 4ply Knit 1 row.
yarn from DROPS. The upper body and sleeves feature the classic Piece should meas 40 (43: 47: 49: 51) cm from cast-on edge.
lice stitch pattern, here knitted in stripes of four different colours. Cast off.
The body is worked bottom-up in the round to the armholes, then
split into back and front sections which are worked separately. SHAPE RIGHT BACK NECK
With RS facing, rejoin yarn to right shoulder on the outside edge.
BODY Next row (RS dec): Knit to last 2 sts, K2tog.
Cast on 160 (170: 180: 190: 200) sts using 2.5mm circular needles [24 (26: 29: 31: 33) sts]
and yarn B, . Purl 1 row.
Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. Piece should meas 40 (43: 47: 49: 51) cm from cast-on edge.
Cast off.
Twisted Rib round: *K1tbl, P1; rep from * to end.
Rep Twisted rib Round until piece meas 4 (4: 5: 5: 5) cm from cast-on FRONT
edge. Work as for Back to **.
Change to 3.5mm circular needles. Cont in Chart B pattern as set until Front meas 35 (38: 42: 44: 46) cm
Next round (inc): Knit to end, AT THE SAME TIME inc 20 (22: 24: 26: from cast-on edge, ending after a RS row.
28) sts evenly across round.
[180 (192: 204: 216: 228) sts] Next row (WS): P27 (29: 32: 34: 37), break yarn, slip next 36 (38: 38:
40: 40) sts onto waste yarn, rejoin yarn with WS facing and
Work Chart A to end of Round 63 (65: 67: 69: 69). P27 (29: 32: 34: 37) to end.
Piece should meas 25 (26: 27: 28: 28) cm from cast-on edge.
SHAPE LEFT FRONT NECK
SPLIT FRONTS AND BACKS Note: Keep Chart B pattern correct throughout.
Next row (RS): Using yarn A, K90 (96: 102: 108: 114) sts in yarn A and Work 1 row straight.
turn.
Cont on these sts and leave rem 90 (96: 102: 108: 114) sts on a holder. Next row (WS dec): Cast off 1 stitch pwise
Using yarn A, purl 1 row. at neck edge, purl to end.
[26 (28: 31: 33: 36) sts]
Next row (RS): Work row 1 of Chart B, beginning with stitch 1 and Next row: Knit.
ending with stitch 2 (4: 2: 4: 2).** Rep last 2 rows twice more.
[24 (26: 29: 31: 33) sts]
Cont Chart B patt as set until Back meas 39 (41: 46: 48: 50) cm from Cont straight until piece meas 40 (43: 47: 49: 51) cm from cast-on
cast-on edging, ending after a WS row. edge, ending after a WS row, and ensuring you end on same row as
Back.
Next row (RS): K25 (27: 30: 32: 34), break yarn, slip next 40 (42: 42: Cast off.
44: 46) sts onto waste yarn, rejoin yarn with RS facing and K25 (27: 30:
32: 34) to end. SHAPE RIGHT FRONT NECK
Note: Keep Chart B pattern correct throughout.
SHAPE LEFT BACK NECK Rejoin yarn at neck edge with RS facing.
Note: Keep Chart B pattern correct throughout. Next row (RS dec): Cast off 1 stitch kwise at neck edge, knit to end.
CHILD JUMPER
CHART A
FIND YOUR SIZE 69
68
67
SIZE 3-4 yrs 5-6 yrs 7-8 yrs 9-10 yrs 11-12 yrs 66
65
64
63
cm 581/2 631/2 67 71 76 62
TO FIT CHEST 61
60
in 23 25 261/2 28 30 59
58
57
cm 78 831/2 89 94 99 56
ACTUAL CHEST 55
54
in 301/2 33 35 37 39 53
52
51
cm 40 43 47 49 51 50
49
LENGTH 48
in 151/2 17 181/2 191/2 20 47
46
45
44
cm 26 30 33 37 40 43
SLEEVE SEEM 42
41
in 101/4 12 13 141/2 153/4 40
39
38
YARN DROPS Alpaca (4ply weight; 100% alpaca; 167m/183yds per 50g ball) 37
36
35 HOW TO USE
A OFF WHITE (100) 2 2 3 3 4
34
33
32
OUR CHARTS
31 Start at the bottom
B GOLDENROD (2923) 1 1 2 2 2 30
29
28 right-hand corner. Read
27
Plus 1 x 50g ball of each: 26
25
right side rows from right to
C Red (3620); D Dark Turquoise (2918); E Coral (9022) 24
23 left and wrong side rows
22
21
20
from left to right. A row of
CHART B
19
18 squares represents a row of
17
[26 (28: 31: 33: 36) sts] 16
16 knitting.
15
15
Next row (WS): Purl. 14
14
13
13 12
Rep last 2 rows twice more. 12
11
11
10 KEY
[24 (26: 29: 31: 33) sts] 10 9
8
9 8
7 K on RS; Yarn C
7 6
5 P on WS
Cont straight until piece meas 40 (43: 47: 49: 51) cm from cast-on 6
5 4 Yarn D
4 3 Yarn A
edge, ending after a RS row, and ensuring you end on same row as 3 2
1 Yarn E
2
Back. 1 10 5 Yarn B
Cast off.
SLEEVES
(worked flat) When all incs are complete, cont straight in Chart B pattern until
Cast on 36 (38: 40: 42: 44) st using 2.5mm straight needles and yarn Sleeve meas 26 (30: 33: 37: 40) cm from cast-on edge, ending after a
B. WS row.
Twisted Rib row 1 (RS): *K1tbl, P1; rep from * to end.
Twisted Rib row 2 (WS): *K1, P1tbl; rep from * to end. Cast off using the Stretchy Cast-Off as foll:
Repeat last 2 rows until Sleeve meas 4 (4: 5: 5: 5) cm from cast-on K1, yrn (creating a reverse yo), *P1, lift yo and first st over last worked
edge, ending after a WS row. st, yo, K1, lift yo and first st over last worked st, yrn (creating a reverse
yo); rep from * to end.
Change to 3.5mm needles and yarn A.
TO MAKE UP
Row 1 (RS): Knit to end, inc 10 (8: 10: 12: 14) sts evenly across the row. Join both shoulder seams using back stitch or mattress stitch.
[46 (46: 50: 54: 58) sts]
NECKBAND
Starting with a WS (purl) row, work 3 rows straight in st st, ending after With RS facing, using 2.5mm circular needles and yarn B, and beg at
a WS row. left shoulder seam, pick up and knit 20 sts down left front neck, knit
across held 36 (38: 38: 40: 40) sts for front neck, pick up and knit
Next row (RS): Work Row 5 of Chart B, starting with st 1 and ending 20 sts up right front neck, knit across 40 (42: 42: 44: 46) held sts for
with st 2. back neck.
Work 1 row straight. [116 (120: 120: 124: 126) sts]
Cont in Chart B pattern, inc as follows and working inc sts into pattern. Twisted Rib round: *K1tbl, P1; rep from * to end.
Next row (inc): K1, M1, K to last st, M1, K1. [2 sts inc’d] Rep Twisted Rib round until edging meas 3cm from picked-up edge.
Cast off using the Stretchy Cast-Off as for sleeves.
Work 3 (1: 1: 1: 1) rows straight.
Rep inc row. [2 sts inc’d] Set in sleeves and join sleeve seams.
Rep last 4 (2: 2: 2: 2) rows 10 (5: 11: 8: 8) more times. Weave in ends.
[70 (60: 76: 74: 78) sts] Block garment gently to measurements, following any yarn care
Work 5 (3: 3: 3: 3) rows straight.
Rep inc row. [2 sts inc’d]
Rep last 6 (4: 4: 4: 4) rows 0 (10: 8: 12: 14) more times.
[72 (82: 94: 100: 108) sts]
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TANK TOP
BloomingBeat the autumn chills with this

glorious flower-detailed tank top
TANK TOP
CHART KEY
MEASUREMENTS 32
Yarn A
Chest 81–117cm (32–46in) 30 31
Yarn B
FAIR ISLE ARAN
28 29
ST ST 5MM Yarn C
TENSION 26 27 Yarn D
218 sts x 24 rows to 10cm/4in 25
24
YOU WILL NEED over stocking stitch using 5mm 23
22
■ Erika Knight Vintage Wool (US 8) knitting needles
20 21
(100% wool, 50g/87m) in:
19
Yarn A Mulberry (308) ABBREVIATIONS 18
Yarn B Dark (303) For a full list see page 129 16 17
15
Yarn C Gunk (313) 14
Yarn D Pretty (310) HOW TO USE 12
13
■ Pair of 5mm (US 8) needles OUR CHARTS 10

11
■ Stitch holder Start at the bottom right-hand 9
8
For yarn stockists contact corner. Read right side rows from 7
6
Erika Knight Ltd right to left and wrong side rows 5
0333 666 5333 from left to right. A row of squares 4
3
www.erikaknight.co.uk represents a row of knitting. 2
1
BACK
Cast on 74 (78: 82: 86: 90: 94: 102: 106) sts using 5mm needles
and yarn A.
Now work rib edging as folls:
Row 1 (RS) *K2, P2; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
Row 2 P2 *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
Change to yarn B.
Cont working in rib for a further 14cm (5½in).
Begin working in st st only until garment measures
30½ (30½: 30½: 33: 33: 35½: 35½: 35½) cm from rib.
ARMHOLE SHAPING
[64 (68: 72: 76: 80: 84: 92: 96) sts]
[56 (60: 64: 68: 72: 76: 84: 88) sts]
[48 (52: 56: 60: 64: 68: 76: 84) sts]
Cont working straight in st st until armhole straight measures

18 (18: 18: 19: 19: 20: 20: 20) cm.
BACK NECK AND SHOULDERS

Knit next 8 (10: 12: 14: 16: 18: 22: 24) sts, turn and cast off.
Slip next 32 sts onto a holder for back neck, rejoin yarn and knit
remaining 8 (10: 12: 14: 16: 18: 22: 24) sts.
Turn and cast off.
FRONT
Cast on 74 (78: 82: 86: 90: 94: 102: 106) sts using 5mm needles
and yarn A.
Now work rib edging as folls:
Row 1 (RS) *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
Slip on this super-soft tank top, designed by Emma Wright, and Change to yarn B.
you’ll be snug as a bug. The pure wool makes a beautiful garment, Cont working in rib for a further 10cm.
while the dark blue background sets off the bright floral detail Begin working in st st only until garment measures
a treat. A deep red trim gives a smart finishing touch, and the 30½ (30½: 30½: 33: 33: 35½: 35½) cm from rib.
deep ribbing and side splits at the base of the tank allow this top to
fall neatly over jeans. A great gift, this cosy tank top is sure to ARMHOLE SHAPING AND CHART PLACEMENT
become a favourite winter go-to! Note: Stitches marked in Yarn D on chart should be knitted in
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TANK TOP
FIND YOUR SIZE
48½ (48½: 48½: 52: 52: 55½: 55½: 55½) cm

SIZE 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
cm 76 81 86 91 97 101 107 112
TO FIT BUST
in 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46
cm 82 87 91 96 100 104 113 117
ACTUAL BUST
in 321/4 34 353/4 37½ 391/4 41 441/2 461/4
cm 48.5 48.5 48.5 52 52 55.5 55.5 55.5
LENGTH
in 19 19 19 20½ 201/2 213/4 213/4 213/4
YARN Erika Knight Vintage Wool (100% wool, 50g/87m)

A MULBERRY (308) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
B DARK (303) 4 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 41 (43: 45½: 48: 50: 52: 56½: 59) cm
C GUNK (313) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
D PRETTY (310) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions.
Simply follow our colour-coded measurements and you’re off.
Yarn C. Yarn D stitches are sewn over the finished motif using
Swiss darning (duplicate stitch).
Next row (RS) Cast off 5 sts (1st st on RH needle), K8 (10: 12: 14:
16: 18: 22: 24) sts, work chart row 1, K to end.
Cast off 5 sts (1st st on RH needle) K26 (28: 30: 32: 34: 36: 40: 42)
sets, work chart row 2, K to end.
[64: (68: 72: 76: 80: 84: 92: 96) sts]
Cont to work Chart, AT THE SAME TIME shaping armholes as folls:

[56 (60: 64: 68: 72: 76: 84: 88) sts]
[48 (52: 56: 60: 64: 68: 76: 84) sts]
Continue working straight while following all 32 rows of chart.

Working in yarn B only begin 4 (4: 4: 8: 8: 10: 10: 10) rows of st st
ending with RS facing for next row.
NECK SHAPING
Work across next 24 (26: 28: 30: 32: 34: 38: 42) sts leaving
remaining sts on a holder and turn.
Cast off 10 sts, P to end. [14 (16: 18: 20: 22: 24: 28: 32) sts]
Next row Knit.
Cast off 4 sts, P to end. [10 (12: 14: 16: 18: 20: 24: 28) sts]
Next row Knit.
Next row Cast off 2 sts, P to end. [8 (10: 12: 14: 16: 18: 22: 26) sts]
Begin with RS facing work 4 rows of st st.
Cast off remaining 8 (10: 12: 14: 16: 18: 22: 26) sts. ARMHOLE EDGING
Rejoin yarn to rem 24 (26: 28: 30: 32: 34: 38: 42) sts left on holder Join right shoulder seam using mattress st.
and complete left side of neck, reversing shapings. With RS facing, using yarn A and beginning at armhole shaping pick
up and knit 37 (37: 37: 41: 41: 43: 43: 43) sts to shoulder seam.
NECKBAND Then pick up and knit another 37 (37: 37: 41: 41: 43: 43: 43) sts
Join left shoulder seam using mattress st. from shoulder seam down to end of armhole shaping.
With RS facing and beginning at back rejoin yarn A to 32 sts left on [74 (74: 74: 82: 82: 86: 86: 86) sts]
st holder for Back neck, pick up and knit 19 sts down left front neck
to centre, then pick up and k 19 sts up right front neck to shoulder Work 4 rows of rib as given for Back and Front.
seam. [70 sts] Cast off loosely.
Now work 4 rows of rib as given from Back and Front. MAKING UP
Cast off loosely. Fasten off any loose ends and tidy intarsia back. Now add Swiss
darning from chart using Yarn D from chart key.
NORDIC JACKET
Mandal jacket
This yoked cardigan, worked top down,
has a modern Nordic aesthetic
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NORDIC JACKET
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE S M L 1XL 2XL 3XL
ST ST DK 3.5MM
FAIR ISLE 4MM cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117 112-127 132-137
TO FIT BUST
in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 48-50 51-54
YOU WILL NEED cm 92 100 108 118 130 142
■ 1 set 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4)
ACTUAL BUST
in 361/4 391/2 421/2 461/2 511/4 56
double-pointed needles (DPNs)
cm 63 65 67 69 71 73
■ 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) DPNs LENGTH
■ 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) circular in 25 251/2 261/2 271/2 28 281/2
needles, 80cm long cm 41 40 39 38 37 36
■ 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular SLEEVE LENGTH
in 161/2 153/4 151/2 15 141/2 141/4
needles, 40cm and 80cm long
■ Stitch markers YARN DROPS Merino Extra Fine (DK weight; 100% wool; 105m/114yds per 50g ball)
■ Waste yarn
A Light Brown (07) 11 12 13 15 16 18
■ 6 (7: 7: 8: 8: 8) buttons
B Off White (01) 2 2 2 2 2 2
TENSION
st st on 4mm needles
YARN STOCKISTS The pattern

63 (65: 67: 69: 71: 73) cm
DROPS Design is very intricate

c/o Wool Warehouse
01926 882 818
41 (40:
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk 39: 38:
37: 36)
cm
46 (50: 54: 59: 65: 71) cm
Worked from the top down, this circular yoked cardigan features a BUTTONHOLES
graphic, modern stranded colourwork pattern inspired by Nordic Work buttonholes on Right Front band.
themes. On a RS row work to last 3 sts, yo, K2tog, K1. On the next row (WS), knit
The sleeves are also worked top-down, making it easier to achieve the yarnover to leave a hole.
the perfect length. This project is sized to fit busts of 32in-54in, and
is knitted in Merino Extra Fine, a DK-weight wool sourced from South The first buttonhole is worked when the neck meas approx. 2cm. Then
America and South Africa. work the other 5 (6: 6: 7: 7: 7) buttonholes with approx. 8 (8: 8: 8: 8: 9)
It feels wonderfully soft and gentle, and is available in a wide palette cm between each one.
of pastel, neutral and bright colours.
CARDIGAN
PATTERN NOTES
The neck and yoke are worked back and forth using circular needles, NECK
top down. Cast on 104 (108: 112: 116: 124: 128) sts using 3.5mm circular needles
The yoke is divided for body and sleeves, and the body continued back and yarn A.
and forth using circular needles. The sleeves are worked in the round Row 1 (WS) Purl.
from the top down, using short circular needles or double-pointed Row 2 (RS) K5, *K2, P2; rep from * to last 7 sts, K7.
needles. Row 3 (WS) K5, *P2, K2; rep from * to last 7 sts, P2, K5.
Last two rows set rib.
INCREASE TIP (FOR SIDES OF BODY) Cont in rib until edge meas 3cm, ending after a WS row (see Pattern
Work to 2 sts before marker, yo, K4 (marker sits between these 4 sts), Notes regarding Buttonholes).
yo. 2 sts inc’d at each marker; 4 sts inc’d on row.
On the next row, Ptbl the yarnovers to avoid holes. Then work the new Size S only
sts in st st. K2, (M1, K6) 7 times, (M1, K5) 3 times, (M1, K6) 7 times, M1, K3.
DECREASE TIP (FOR SLEEVES) Size M only

Decrease 1 st on each side of the marker as follows: Work to 3 sts K2, (M1, K5) 9 times, (M1, K6) 3 times, (M1, K5) 8 times, M1, K3.
before marker, K2tog, K2 (marker sits between these 2 sts), skpo.
2 sts dec’d. Size L only
K2, (M1, K5) 8 times, (M1, K4) 7 times, (M1, K5) 8 times, M1, K2.
NORDIC JACKET
KEY CHART
Yarn A 55
54
Yarn B 53
52
51
Yo 50
49
48
P1tbl 47
46
45
44
43
42
41
40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
31
30
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
HOW TO USE OUR 20
19
CHARTS 18
17
Start at the bottom 16
15
right-hand corner. Read 14
13
right side rows from right 12
11
to left and wrong side 10
9
rows from left to right. A 8
7
row of squares represents 6
5
a row of knitting. 4
3
2
1
Size 1XL only Size 2XL only

K1, (M1, K4) 7 times, (M1, K3) 19 times, (M1, K4) 7 times, M1, K2. K53, M1, K108, M1, K107, M1, K108, M1, K54.
Size 2XL only All sizes

K1, (M1, K3) 4 times, (M1, K4) 25 times, (M1, K3) 3 times, M1, K2. 330 (366: 382: 410: 434: 470) sts.
Size 3XL only Next row (WS): Work the first 50 (55: 58: 63: 68: 75) sts in garter
K1, (M1, K3) 42 times, M1, K1. stitch and st st as before for Right Front, place the next 70 (78: 80: 84:
86: 90) sts on waste yarn for Sleeve, cast on 6 (6: 8: 8: 10: 10) new sts
All sizes on the needle for underarm, work 90 (100: 106: 116: 126: 140) sts in st
122 (129: 136: 150: 157: 171) sts. st as set for Back, place the next 70 (78: 80: 84: 86: 90) sts on waste
yarn for Sleeve, cast on 6 (6: 8: 8: 10: 10) new sts on the needle for
Change to 4mm needles. underarm and work the remaining 50 (55: 58: 63: 68: 75) sts in st st
Next row (WS) K5, P to last 5 sts, K5. and garter stitch as set for Left Front.
YOKE Body and Sleeves are now worked separately.

Set pattern:
Row 1 (RS) K5, work row 1 of Chart over next 112 (119: 126: 140: 147: BODY
161) sts [16 (17: 18: 20: 21: 23) repeats of 7 sts], K5. 202 (222: 238: 258: 282: 310) sts.
Row 2 (WS): K5, work row 2 from Chart, K5.
Place a marker 53 (58: 62: 67: 73: 80) sts in from each front edge.
Cont as set, following the increases on Chart until chart is completed, 96 (106: 114: 124: 136: 150) sts between markers on the back piece.
remembering to work buttonholes as given for your size (see Pattern Slip markers on each row. They will be used as a reference point when
Notes). increasing at the sides.
[330 (350: 370: 410: 430: 470) sts]
Work in st st and with garter st bands as set back and forth with yarn A.
Cont with yarn A until piece meas 23 (24: 25: 27: 29: 31) cm from
cast-on edge, ending after a WS row. When piece meas 4cm from underarm, inc 1 stitch on each side of both
markers (read Increase Tip).
Size M only Inc like this every 4cm a total of 7 times on each side.
K10, (M1, K22) 7 times, M1, K21, (M1, K22) 7 times, M1, K11. [230 (250: 266: 286: 310: 338) sts]
Size L only Cont working until piece meas 36 (37: 38: 38: 38: 38) cm from the
K15, (M1, K31) 5 times, M1, K30, (M1, K31) 5 times, M1, K15. division in all sizes ending after a WS row.
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Using yarn A, beg the round at the marker and work in st st (knit every
round).
When piece meas 3cm from the division, decrease 2 sts at the
underarm (read Decrease Tip).
Decrease in this way every 2½ (2: 1½: 1½: 1½: 1) cm a total of 12 (15: 16:
17: 18: 19) times, changing to 4mm DPNs if necessary.
[52 (54: 56: 58: 60: 62) sts]
Cont working until Sleeve meas 38 (37: 36: 35: 34: 33) cm from
underarm (shorter measurements in larger sizes are due to wider neck
and longer yoke).
Size S only
Size M only
Size L only
K3, (M1, K7) 7 times, M1, K4.
Size 1XL only

K2, (M1, K6) 4 times, M1, K5, (M1, K6) 4 times, M1, K3.
Size 2XL only

Size S only Size 3XL only

K2, (M1, K5) 45 times, M1, K3. K3, M1, K7, (M1, K6) 7 times, M1, K7, M1, K3.
Size M only All sizes

K2, (M1, K5) 49 times, M1, K3. 60 (64: 64: 68: 68: 72) sts.
Size L only Change to 3.5mm DPNs.

Work in K2, P2 rib for 3cm.
Size 1XL only Loosely cast off in patt.
K2, (M1, K5) 27 times, (M1, K4) 3 times, (M1, K5) 27 times, M1, K2. Sleeve meas approx. 41 (40: 39: 38: 37: 36) cm from underarm.
Size 2XL only Work the other sleeve in the same way.
K2, (M1, K5) 61 times, M1, K3.
FINISHING
Size 3XL only Sew buttons onto left band.
K2, (M1, K5) 29 times, (M1, K4) 11 times, (M1, K5) 29 times, M1, K2. Block cardigan gently, following any yarn care instructions on the
ball band.
All sizes
276 (300: 320: 344: 372: 408) sts.
Change to 3.5mm circular needles.
Next row (WS) K5, *P2, K2; rep from * to last 7 sts, P2, K5.
Next row (RS) K5, *K2, P2; rep from * to last 7 sts, K7.
Cont garter bands and rib until edging meas 4cm.
Loosely cast off in pattern.
SLEEVES (MAKE 2)
Place the 70 (78: 80: 84: 86: 90) ssts held sleeve sts on 4mm circular
needles, 40cm long, or DPNs if preferred, and pick up and knit 1 stitch
in each of the 6 (6: 8: 8: 10: 10) sts cast on at underarm for body.
[76 (84: 88: 92: 96: 100) sts]
Place marker in the middle of the 6 (6: 8: 8: 10: 10) sts under the sleeve.
Slip marker on each round; it will be used as a reference point when
decreasing at centre of sleeve ‘seam’.
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Cadair Idris
This lopi-style sweater has a stranded colourwork
yoke of mellow hues, knitted in an Icelandic wool
Modern Knits 71
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Wool Warehouse 01926 882818

www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
STOCKING DK 3.5MM
STITCH
Distributed in Europe by De Bondt
4.5MM
B.V. www.debondtbv.com
YOU WILL NEED

■ 3.5mm (US 4) circular needles,
80cm long
FIND YOUR SIZE
4.5mm (US 7) circular needles, SIZE S M L 1XL
80cm long cm 91 97 102 107
1 set 3.5mm (US 4) double- TO FIT CHEST
in 36 38 40 42
pointed needles (DPNs)
■ 1 set 4.5mm (US 7) double- cm 96 1001/2 105 110
ACTUAL CHEST
pointed needles (DPNs) in 371/2 391/2 411/2 431/2
(Note: If using the Magic Loop
cm 651/2 67 68 691/2
method, the entire garment can ACTUAL LENGTH
be worked using 80cm circular in 253/4 261/2 263/4 271/2
needles) cm 50 51 52 53
■ Stitch holders or waste yarn SLEEVE SEAM
in 193/4 20 201/2 21
TENSION Lopi Léttlopi (Heavy DK/worsted weight; 100% wool; 100m/109yds per
YARN
17.5 sts and 23.5 Rounds to 10cm 50g ball
over st st on 4.5mm needles. A Rust Heather (9427) 8 8 9 9
21.5 sts and 20 Rounds to 10cm
B Mimosa (1703) 2 2 2 2
over colourwork on 4.5mm
needles. C Spring Green Heather (1406) 2 2 2 2
D Apricot (1704) 1 1 1 1
YARN STOCKISTS
E Lagoon Heather 9423 1 1 1 1
Lopi: Available in the UK from
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65½ (67: 68: 691/2) cm

50 (51: 52: 53
48 (50¼: 52½: 55) cm ) cm
CHART A CHART B SIZE S CHART B SIZE M CHART B SIZE L CHART B SIZE XL

9 45 46 48 49
8 44 45 47 48
7 43 44 46 47
6 42 43 45 46
5 41 42 44 45
4 40 41 43 44
3 39 40 42 43
2 38 39 41 42
1 37 38 40 41
36 37 39 40
35 36 38 39
34 35 37 38
33 34 36 37
32 33 35 36
31 32 34 35
KEY 30 31 33 34
29 30 32 33
28 29 31 32
Yarn A 27 28 30 31
26 27 29 30
Yarn B 25 26 28 29
24 25 27 28
23 24 26 27
Yarn C 22 23 25 26
21 22 24 25
Yarn D 20 21 23 24
19 20 22 23
18 19 21 22
Yarn E 17 18 20 21
16 17 19 20
K2tog 15 16 18 19
14 15 17 18
13 14 16 17
12 13 15 16
11 12 14 15
HOW TO USE OUR 10 11 13 14
9 10 12 13
CHARTS 8 9 11 12
7 8 10 11
Start at the bottom 6 7 9 10
right-hand corner. Read 5 6 8 9
4 5 7 8
right side rows from right 3 4 6 7
2 3 5 6
to left and wrong side 1 2 4 5
1 3 4
rows from left to right. A 5 2 3
5 1 2
row of squares represents 1
5
a row of knitting. 5
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Dario Tubiana was inspired by the traditional lopapeysa styles

of Iceland when designing this handsome sweater. Its stranded
colourwork yoke is knitted in a palette of warm hues, which stands
out well against the brown background. The body is knitted in the
round from the bottom up, then is joined with the sleeves to work
the yoke and neck.
PATTERN NOTES
This garment is worked entirely in the round. On some chart rounds
you will be working three colours in a single round. Take care to hold
yarns consistently so that colour dominance remains the same
throughout. Usually the yarn colour held at the bottom when not
being worked will appear the most dominant.
The body and sleeves are worked separately and then joined for the
yoke, which is decreased to the neck.
CHART NOTE
Work all chart rounds reading from right to left.
BODY
Cast on 168 (176: 184: 192) sts using 3.5mm circular needles and
yarn A.
Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts.
Round 1: (K2, P2) to end.

Round 1 forms 2x2 rib.
Work 13 more rounds in 2x2 rib.

Work rounds 1-9 of Chart 1, repeating pattern 42 (44: 46: 48) times
per round and working in st st throughout.
Cont in yarn A only, work straight in st st until Body meas 43 (44: 44:
45) cm from cast-on edge.
Leave sts on a holder or waste yarn while you work the sleeves.
SLEEVES (BOTH ALIKE)

Cast on 40 (44: 44: 48) sts using 3.5mm DPNs (or circular needles
for Magic Loop method) and yarn A.
Work 14 rounds in 2x2 rib.

Work Rounds 1-9 of Chart 1, repeating pattern 10 (11: 11: 12) times
per round and working in st st throughout.
SHAPE SLEEVE
Cont in yarn A only.
Inc Round: K1, M1L, K to 1 st before mrk, M1R, K1. 2 sts inc’d
Cont inc as set on 4 (7: 13: 2) foll 6th (7th: 7th: 7th) rounds and
9 (5: -: 10) foll 7th (8th: 8th: 8th) rounds.
[68 (70: 72: 74) sts]
When all incs have been made, cont straight in st st until Sleeve meas
50 (51: 52: 53) cm from cast-on edge.
Place first 5 (5: 6: 6) sts and last 5 (5: 6: 6) sts of round on a holder for
underarm. [10 (10: 12: 12) sts on hold for underarm.]
58 (60: 60: 62) sleeve sts rem.
YOKE
You will now join the body and sleeves together to work the yoke,
using yarn A and 4.5mm circular needles, 80cm long.
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Sizes S and L only

Place first 5 (-: 6: -) sts of body on hold, K74 (-: 80: -) body sts, place
next 10 (-: 12: -) body sts on hold, K58 (-: 60: -) sts of first sleeve,
K74 (-: 80: -) body sts, place last 5 (-: 6: ) sts of body on hold,
K58 (-: 60: -) sts of second sleeve.
[264 (-: 280: -) sts]
Sizes M and XL only

Place first -(5: -: 6) sts of body on hold, [K-(25: -: 27) body sts, K2tog]
twice, K-(24: -: 26) body sts, place next -(10: -: 12) body sts on hold,
K-(60: -: 62) sts of first sleeve, [K -(25: -: 27) body sts, K2tog] twice,
K-(24: -: 26) body sts, place last -(5: -: 6) sts of body on hold, knit
-(60: -: 62) sts of second sleeve.
[-(272: -: 288) sts]
All sizes
Work Rounds 1-45 (46: 48: 49) of Chart 2, repeating pattern
33 (34: 35: 36) times per round and working in st st throughout,
and decreasing as indicated for your size on chart.
[99 (102: 105: 108) sts]
DECREASE FOR NECK

Cont in yarn A only.
Sizes S, M and XL only

Dec Round: *(K1, K2tog) once, (K2, K2tog) 2 (12: -: 6) times;
rep from * 8 (1: -: 3) more times.
[72 (76: -: 80) sts]
Size L only
Dec Round: K1, (K2tog, K2) 9 times, K2tog, K1) 10 times,
(K2tog, K2) 9 times, K2tog.
[- (-: 76: -) sts]
All sizes
Cont in 2x2 rib for 14 rounds.

Cast off in rib.
FINISHING
Using yarn A, graft underarm and body sts together, or work as a
three-needle cast-off with RS facing if preferred.
Weave in ends.
Block garment gently to measurements, following any yarn care

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PINK SOCKS
Llangennith
An array of attractive textures makes
these socks entertaining to knit
Modern Knits 77
PINK SOCKS
YARN STOCKISTS back, K1tbl, P1 from cn. K1tbl from cn.

Coop Knits Tw2F: Sl 1 st to cn and hold at Tw4L: Sl 2 sts to cn and hold
CABLES 4PLY 2.25MM
& LACE
www.fyberspates.com/retailers front, P1, K1tbl from cn. at front, K1tbl, P1, (K1tbl)
Tw4B: Sl 2 sts to cn and hold twice from cn.
SPECIAL at back, (K1tbl) twice, K1tbl, TwC2F: Slip next st to cn and
YOU WILL NEED ABBREVIATIONS P1 from cn. hold at front of work, K1tbl,
■ Coop Knits Socks Yeah! K1BR: Insert right needle tip Tw4F: Sl 2 sts to cn and hold then K1tbl from cn.
(4ply weight; 75% superwash into st below next st from at front, P1, K1tbl, (K1tbl) TwC2B: Slip next st to cn and
merino, 25% nylon; 212m/231yds front to back and knit it. K twice from cn. hold at back of work, K1tbl,
per 50g skein) next st as normal. 1 st inc’d. Tw4R: Sl 2 sts to cn and hold then K1tbl from cn.
Ammolite; 2 x 50g skeins K1BL: Insert left needle tip at back, (K1tbl) twice, P1,
■ 1 set 2.25mm (UK 13/US 1) into 2 sts below last st worked
circular needles, 80cm long, or from back to front and Ktbl
double-pointed needles (DPNs) into this st. 1 st inc’d.
Cable needle (cn) M1pw: Make 1 st purlwise by FIND YOUR SIZE
purling into back of the strand SIZE S M L
TENSION between the st just worked
TO FIT FOOT cm 191/2 22 26
36 sts and 53 rows to 10cm over and the next st.
st st on 2.25mm needles. wrap3: Slip 3rd st on CIRCUMFERENCE in 71/2 83/4 101/4
Chart meas 4cm from centre of left-hand needle over second cm 151/2 17 20
ACTUAL FOOT
wrap 3 to centre of next wrap 3. and first sts, K1, yo, K1.
CIRCUMFERENCE in 6 63/4 73/4
Tw2B: Sl 1 st to cn and hold at
BEGIN CHART
Round 1: Work Instep Chart for your size to mrk, slm, knit to end of
round.
Rep last round until foot meas approx. 7.5cm less than desired foot
length.
Take note of Chart row just worked to match second sock.
Inc round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, K1, K1BR, K to 1 st before
end of round, K1BL, K1. [2 sts inc’d]
Next round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, knit to end of round.
Rep last 2 rounds until there are 47 (55: 61) sts on heel needle,
76 (86: 98) sts total.
Next round: Work Instep Chart to mrk and take note of Chart row
just worked.
A gorgeous pattern of twisted stitches, cables and wrap stitches You will now work the heel back and forth in rows over the next 47 (55:
decorates these appealing socks by Faye Perriam-Reed. They are 61) sts.
worked from the toe-up, starting with Judy’s Magic Cast On and
finishing with a sewn cast-off. Faye has used Coop Knits TURN HEEL
Socks Yeah! yarn, which comes in 10 sophisticated, marled colours. Row 1: K33 (37: 40), M1, K1, w&t.
Row 2: P21, M1pw, P1, w&t.
SOCKS Row 3; K19, M1, K1, w&t.
Row 4: P17, M1pw, P1, w&t.
FOOT (BOTH SOCKS) Row 5: K15, M1, K1, w&t.
Cast on 20 (22: 24) sts using 2.25mm needles and Judy’s Magic Cast Row 6: P13, M1pw, P1, w&t.
On. Row 7: K11, M1, K1, w&t.
Note: for guidance on this cast-on method, see Row 8: P9, M1pw, P1, w&t.
http: //bit.ly/judymagicco 55 (63: 69) heel sts, 29 (31: 37) instep sts.
Pm for beg of round, and pm after stitch 10 (11: 12). Knitting across the rest of the heel and work next row of Chart across
Knit 1 round. the instep; picking up the wraps and knit them tog with their sts as you
come to them.
Inc round: *K1, K1BR, K to 1 st before mrk, K1BL, K1, slm; rep from *
once more. HEEL FLAP
Rep last 2 rounds until there are 56 (62: 72) sts, removing mid-way mrk Working back and forth in rows again:
on last round. Row 1: K40 (46: 51), SSK, turn AT THE SAME TIME cont to pick up rem
wraps and working them tog with their sts.
Next round: K29 (31: 37), pm, K27 (31: 35). Row 2: Sl 1, P25 (29: 33), P2tog, turn.
PINK SOCKS
INSTEP CHART S LEG LEG LEFT LEG CHART C KEY

6 CHART A CHART B SIZE S 20 Knit
5 19
4 6 18
4
3 5 17
Purl
3
2 2 4 16
3
1 1
2
15 K2tog
14
1 13
25 20 15 10 5
5 12 SSK
11
10
Yo
INSTEP CHART
Instep Chart M M LEG 9
8
6
5
CHART B SIZE M 7
6
Ktbl
4 5
3
6 4 Wrap3
5 3
2 4 2
1 3 1 Tw2B
2
30 25 20 15 10 5 1 10 5
Tw2F
10 5
RIGHT LEG CHART C Tw4B
LEG 20
19
INSTEP CHART
Instep Chart L L CHART B SIZE L 18 Tw4F
17
6 6 16 Tw4R
5 5 15
4 4 14
3 3 13 Tw4L
2 2 12
1 1 11
10 TwC2B
35 30 25 20 15 10 5 15 10 5 9
8 TwC2F
7
6
5
3
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and 2
1
wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting. 10 5
Row 3: Sl 1, *(K1, Sl 1); rep from * to 1 st before gap made by last w&t, been worked 3 times, ending on a row 20.
SSK, turn.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until 28 (32: 36) sts remain in heel, finishing on a RIGHT CUFF
Row 3. Rib round: (K1tbl, P1) to 1 st before mrk, K1tbl, slm, P1 (1: 2), (K1tbl)
The final st to decrease will be worked on the next round. twice, (P1, K1tbl) 5 times, P1 (1: 2) (K1tbl, P1) 5 (7: 8) times, (K1tbl)
twice, P1.
LEFT LEG Repeat Rib round 15 more times, or until cuff is desired length.
Set-up round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, P2tog (to be counted
as first st of Leg Chart A), work Leg Chart A from st 2, work Leg Chart B MAKING UP
for your size, P0 (0: 1), work Left Leg Chart C to last 0 (0: 1) sts, BOTH SOCKS
P0 (0: 1). Cast off using the sewn cast-off method as folls:
Next round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, work Leg Chart A, work Cut a length of yarn approx. 3 times the length of your work and thread
Leg Chart B for your size, P0 (0: 1), work Left Leg Chart C to last 0 (0: 1) into a tapestry needle. Holding the knitting needle with the stitches in
sts, P0 (0: 1). the left hand and the tapestry needle in your right hand:
*Insert the tapestry needle into the first 2 sts on the knitting needle as
Last round sets Placement for Instep Chart and Leg Charts A, B and C. if to purl and draw the length of yarn all the way through.
Cont to work Instep and Leg Charts as set until Left Leg Chart C has Without taking the sts off the needle, insert the tapestry needle into
been worked 3 times, ending on a row 20. the first st on the knitting needle again as if to knit, draw the yarn
through and slip the st off.
LEFT CUFF Rep from * until all sts are cast off.
Rib round 1: (K1tbl, P1) to 1 st before mrk, K1tbl, slm, P1, (K1tbl) twice,
(P1, K1tbl) 5 (7: 8) times, P1 (1: 2), (K1tbl, P1) 5 times, (K1tbl) twice, FINISHING
P1 (1: 2). Weave in ends and gently block to measurements, following any yarn
Repeat Rib round 15 more times, or until cuff is desired length. care instructions on the ball band.
RIGHT LEG
Set-up round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, P2tog (to be counted as
first st of Right Leg Chart C for sizes S and M only), work Right Leg
Chart C from st 2 (2: 1), P0 (0: 1), work Leg Chart B for your size, work
Leg Chart A.
Next round: Work Instep Chart to mrk, slm, P0 (0: 1), work Right Leg
Chart C, P0 (0: 1), work Leg Chart B for your size, work Leg Chart A.
Last round sets Placement for Instep Chart and Leg Charts A, B and C.
Cont to work Instep and Leg Charts as set until Left Leg Chart C has
Modern Knits 79
n i t t e r s
Top tips for
S oc k k
Rhian Drinkwater shares her expert advice on stress-
free sock knitting, and achieving a perfect fit and finish
CHOOSE YOUR HEEL

Remember: you don’t have to use the
ABOUT OUR EXPERT heel type specified in any sock pattern
Rhian Drinkwater is a you’re following. Different heel types give
knitting writer, editor, very different amounts of room around
designer and prolific the ankles, and the one in the pattern
sock knitter, who has may simply be the one that works best
for the designer. Heels are generally
created many beautiful sock patterns
worked over half the stitches and can
for The Knitter and Simply Knitting often be simply substituted for each
magazines. other. If the pattern uses a short-row heel
and you have a large instep, switch it for a
heel flap construction. If your heel is
Whether you’re new to sock knitting, or
quite narrow, you can even work it over
have made a fair few pairs already, there
fewer than half the stitches – just leave
are many different tricks worth knowing
the edges in stocking stitch.
to get the best possible results. We’ve put
together our top tips for improving the
look, fit and resilience of your socks.
PICK A RESILIENT YARN

Pure wool sock yarns can feel lovely,
but they’re best kept as house socks if
you don’t want to see holes in the toes
and heels. Many purposely designed
sock yarns contain 20-25% nylon for a
sturdier finished knit. Tightly spun yarn
will also last longer than loosely spun.
Meanwhile, cotton-blend yarns will look
lovely at first, but can quickly stretch out
of shape and bag around your foot.
KEEP YOUR CUFFS STRETCHY

Getting the cast-on (cuff-down socks) or
cast-off (toe-up socks) right can be tricky.
You need the cuffs to cling around the calf
and not fall down, but they also need to be
big enough to stretch over your ankle. If
you’re working cuff-down, use a long-tail
or Twisted German cast-on, and consider
casting on over two needles. If you’re
working toe-up, use Jeny’s Surprisingly Find the heel type
Stretchy Bind Off, which does exactly as it that suits you - a Dutch
heel gives you a wider
says and gives the perfect sock cuff finish. fit, for example
You can read more about this cast-off at
https://bit.ly/jenyssbo
SOCKS 101
AVOID HOLES AFTER THE HEEL

Once you’ve finished your heel flap and Try your hand at
are working in the round again, it’s really darning to help
your socks last
common to find holes in the fabric either a bit longer
side of the heel flap. To avoid these, pick
up one or two extra stitches either side
of the top of the sock. So pick up your
gusset stitches down the heel flap, then
continue down the same column of
stitches for an additional stitch or two,
before beginning to knit across the top of
the sock. Then when you’re ready to work
back down the other side of the heel flap,
pick up your first couple of stitches from
the leg of the sock, in line with the edge
of the heel flap. Voilà! No pesky holes.
THINK ABOUT COLOUR CHANGES

Knitters often work socks in their
favourite yarns rather than the ones the TWIST THOSE STITCHES
socks were originally designed in – this is When you work your second round after
a great way of personalising them, but do the heel, work all the picked-up stitches
remember that the colours might work along the sides of the heel flap through
differently, and different sock elements the back loop. This helps tighten them up
work better with different colour changes. and makes the edges much neater.
If you’re using a self-striping sock yarn, an PREPARE FOR DARNING
afterthought heel is the best way to No matter how many tricks you try, you’re
preserve the colour order. For a variegated sure to get holes eventually in a knit that
yarn, a short-row heel will mean that the gets as much friction and wear as a sock
AVOID SECOND SOCK SYNDROME
stitch count stays consistent on both the We all know the joy of finishing one sock, – most probably at the heel or toe. Don’t
leg and foot of the sock – the longer only to have to go right back to the throw away all your hard work; instead,
round lengths given by a heel flap gusset beginning of the pattern to knit the invest in a darning mushroom and always
will ‘pool’ the colour changes differently. second one. If you struggle to cast on hang on to a small amount of the original
that second sock right away, instead yarn so you’re ready and waiting when
being lured away by more tempting new those holes appear. Alternatively, if the
projects, try knitting both socks at the hole is in the toe, you may prefer to just
same time. This can be done using two rip back the end of the sock and reknit it.
sets of needles, or one long circular where
you knit one round of one sock, then one
round of the second, round and round as
you go.
BLOCK THOSE SOCKS

Invest in a set of sock blockers, and
whenever you wash your handknit socks,
let them dry on the blockers. We promise
you, you’ll be amazed at the difference it
makes! This is particularly good for gifted
socks, as it evens out your stitches and
makes the finished project look brilliantly
REINFORCE YOUR HEEL FLAP professional.
If you are knitting a heel flap, slip every
other stitch on each right-side row as you
work. This will create a double thickness
of fabric, as the yarn strands over the
back of the slipped stitches - so you’re
less likely to get a hole there when it rubs
against the back of your shoe. If you slip
the same stitches each row, you’ll get a
column effect, which looks great flowing TAKE THEM WITH YOU!
on from a ribbed leg design. If you offset Sock are the perfect portable knitting,
every other row, you’ll get a pretty ‘eye of and you’ll be surprised at just how much
partridge’ pattern like on the socks progress you’ll make in odd minutes here
pictured above. and there. If you use double-pointed
If you’re particularly prone to holes here, needles, invest in a tubular knitting holder
you can also hold a reinforcing thread or needle caps like StitchKeepers (above)
alongside your yarn for this section, to protect the ends on the go – or you can
for extra strength. even make your own from two pencil
toppers and a couple of pieces of elastic!
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CHILD’S TANK
Fairlie
Choose your child’s favourite colours
to knit up this modern Fair Isle tank top
Modern Knits 83
CHILD’S TANK
ABBREVIATIONS HOW TO USE KEY

For a full list see page 131 OUR CHARTS Yarn A Yarn D
ST ST DK 2.75MM Start at the bottom right-hand
FAIR ISLE 3.25MM Yarn B Yarn E
corner. Read right side rows
from right to left and wrong Yarn C Repeat
YOU WILL NEED side rows from left to right. A
■ 1 pair 2.75mm (US 2) knitting row of squares represents a
needles row of knitting.
■ 1 pair 3.25mm (US 3) knitting
30 (34: 38: 42) cm

needles CHART
■ Stitch holders 17
16
15
TENSION 14
13
25 sts and 34 rows to 10cm over 12
11
patt on 3.25mm needles 10
9
8
YARN STOCKISTS 6
7
Debbie Bliss c/o LoveCrafts 5

4
01409 404 010 3
2
www.lovecrafts.com 1
31 (331/2: 35½: 38) cm 15 10 5
A useful addition to any child’s wardrobe, this classic tank top

design by Siân Brown features a charming pattern of modern
geometric Fair Isle motifs. The project is knitted in five shades
of Debbie Bliss’s Baby Cashmerino yarn, which is smooth,
soft and machine-washable at 30°C.
The garment is knitted in pieces, before sewing together and
adding the ribbed armhole edgings and neckband. The grey
neckband is cast off in the mustard yarn, for an extra pop of colour.
CHART NOTES
Note that as the chart contains an odd number of rows, RS and WS
rows will be reversed on subsequent repeats of the pattern.
BACK
Cast on 78 (82: 90: 94) sts using 2.75mm needles and yarn A.
Row 1 K2, *P2, K2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 P2, *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
These 2 rows form rib.
Work a further 6 rows in rib, inc 1 (3: 1: 3) sts evenly across last row.
[79 (85: 91: 97) sts]

Beg with a K row, work in st st patt from Chart as foll:
Row 1 (RS): Patt 4 (1: 4: 1) start sts from row 1, work 12-st row 1 rep
6 (7: 7: 8) times across row, patt 3 (0: 3: 0) end sts from row 1.
Row 2: Patt 3 (0: 3: 0) start sts from row 2, work 12-st row 2 rep
6 (7: 7: 8) times across row, patt 4 (1: 4: 1) end sts from row 2.
These 2 rows set the Chart placement.
Working the 17-row rep as set on Chart throughout, cont straight until
Back meas 15 (18: 21: 24) cm from cast-on edge, ending with RS facing
for next row.
SHAPE ARMHOLES
Cast off 7 (8: 9: 10) sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[65 (69: 73: 77) sts]
Next row K2tog, patt to last 2 sts, skpo. [2 sts dec’d]

Next row P to end.
Rep the last 2 rows 4 times more. [55 (59: 63: 67) sts ] **
CHILD’S TANK
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 2-3 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-7 yrs 8-9 yrs
cm 56 61 66 71
TO FIT CHEST
in 22 24 26 28
cm 62 67 71 76
ACTUAL CHEST
in 241/2 261/2 28 30
LENGTH TO cm 30 34 38 42
SHOULDER in 113/4 131/2 15 161/2
Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (Light DK; 55% wool, 33% acrylic,
YARN
12% cashmere; 125m/137yds per 50g ball)
A Silver (12) 1 1 2 2
B Mink (64) 1 1 1 1
C Mustard (316) 1 1 1 1
D Sienna (67) 1 1 1 1
E Flame (306) 1 1 1 1
Cont in patt until Back meas 30 (34: 38: 42) cm from cast-on edge, With RS facing, using 2.75mm needles and yarn A, pick up and K16 sts
ending with RS facing for next row. evenly down left side of front neck, K25 (27: 29: 31) sts from front neck
holder, pick up and K16 sts evenly up right side of front neck, K37 (39:
SHAPE SHOULDERS 41: 43) sts from back neck holder.
Cast off 9 (10: 11: 12) sts at beg of next 2 rows. [94 (98: 102: 106) sts]
[37 (39: 41: 43) sts]
Leave rem sts on a stitch holder. Row 1 (WS) P2, *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 K2, *P2, K2; rep from * to end.
FRONT The last 2 rows form rib.
Work as given for Back to **. Rep the last 2 rows once more.
Cut off yarn A, join in yarn C.
Cont in patt until Front meas 22 (26: 34: 42) cm from cast-on edge, Rep row 1.
ending with RS facing for next row. Cast off in rib.
SHAPE NECK ARMBANDS

Next row (RS) Patt 15 (16: 17: 18), turn and work on these sts for first Join left shoulder seam and neckband.
side of neck. With RS facing, using 2.75mm needles and yarn A, pick up and
K86 (94: 102: 110) sts around armhole.
Next row Patt to end. Work 4 rows in rib as given for neckband.
Next row Patt to last 2 sts, skpo. 1 st dec’d. Cast off in rib.
Rep the last 2 rows 5 more times. [9 (10: 11: 12) sts]
Repeat for second armhole.
Cont straight in patt until Front meas same as Back to shoulder, ending
with RS facing for next row. FINISHING
Cast off. Join side and armband seams.
Weave in all ends. Block as required, following any yarn care
With RS facing, place centre 25 (27: 29: 31) sts onto a holder, join yarn instructions
to rem sts, patt to end.
Next row (WS) Patt to end.

Next row K2tog, patt to end. 1 st dec’d.
Rep the last 2 rows 5 more times. [9 (10: 11: 12) sts]
Work straight until Front meas same as Back to shoulder, ending with
RS facing for next row.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
NECKBAND
Join right shoulder seam.
Modern Knits 85
WOMEN’S JUMPER
WOMEN’S JUMPER
Aurora
Broad stripes of colour ripple across
this dolman-sleeved jumper,
which has a subtly textured fabric
Modern Knits 87
WOMEN’S JUMPER
ABBREVIATIONS CHART KEY

For a full list see page 131 12 K on RS; P on WS
TEXTURE DK 11
3.25MM 10
STITCHES 3.75MM 9 P on RS; K on WS
8
7
6 SSK
YOU WILL NEED 4
5
■ 3.25mm (US 3) circular needles, 3 K2tog

2
60cm long or longer 1
Make 1 left
■ 3.75mm (US 5) circular needles, 25 20 15 10 5
80cm long or longer Repeat

131 (1351/2: 141: 1451/2: 151: 157: 162½) cm
■ Stitch holders
47½ (471/2: 47½: 50: 54½: 541/2: 54½) cm

■ Stitch markers, including 4
removable markers
■ Tapestry needle
44½
cm
TENSION HOW TO USE
22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over OUR CHARTS
Chart A on 3.75mm needles Start at the bottom right-hand
corner. Read right side rows from
YARN STOCKISTS right to left and wrong side rows
Rowan 01484 668200 from left to right. A row of squares
www.knitrowan.com represents a row of knitting.
41 (453/4: 51: 56: 61¼: 67: 72½) cm
STITCH PATTERNS
MOSS STITCH
(worked over an odd number of sts)
Row 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to last st, K1.
Repeat this row for pattern.
CHART A
(multiple of 24 sts + 1)
Row 1 (RS) *K1, M1L, SSK, K4, K2tog, K3, M1L, K1, M1L, K3, SSK, K4,
K2tog, M1L; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 2 and every WS row Purl.
Row 3 *K1, M1L, K1, SSK, K2, K2tog, K4, M1L, K1, M1L, K4, SSK, K2,
K2tog, K1, M1L; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 5 *K1, M1L, K2, SSK, K2tog, K5, M1L, K1, M1L, K5, SSK, K2tog,
K2, M1L; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 7 *K1, M1L, K3, SSK, K4, K2tog, M1L, K1, M1L, SSK, K4, K2tog,
Row 9 *K1, M1L, K4, SSK, K2, K2tog,
(K1, M1L) twice, K1, SSK, K2, K2tog, K4, M1L; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 12 Purl.
This dolman-sleeve jumper is worked in bands of colour, with a ridge Repeat these 12 rows for pattern.
of garter stitch at each colour-change boundary. Mary Henderson’s
design features a textured lace body paired with moss stitch cuffs, CHART A
hems and neck, finished with an i-cord cast-off. “The positive ease (multiple of 24 sts + 13)
and loose sleeves give the jumper comfort appeal, and Rowan’s Row 1 (RS) *K1, M1L, SSK, K4, K2tog, K3, M1L, K1, M1L, K3, SSK, K4,
Felted Tweed is always a joy to knit with,” says Mary. K2tog, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, SSK, K4, K2tog, K3,
M1L, K1.
PATTERN NOTES Row 2 and every WS row Purl.
The front and back pieces are knitted separately using a lace stitch Row 3 *K1, M1L, K1, SSK, K2, K2tog, K4, M1L, K1, M1L, K4, SSK, K2,
pattern of overlapping waves, and then joined at the shoulders with K2tog, K1, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, K1, SSK, K2, K2tog,
a three-needle cast-off. K4, M1L, K1.
Stitches are picked up at the neck sides and from stitches held at the Row 5 *K1, M1L, K2, SSK, K2tog, K5, M1L, K1, M1L, K5, SSK, K2tog,
front and back; the neckband is finished with an i-cord cast-off. K2, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, K2, SSK, K2tog, K5, M1L,
Stitches are picked up along the side from either side of the shoulder K1.
cast-off to knit the sleeves downwards, ending with a moss stitch Row 7 *K1, M1L, K3, SSK, K4, K2tog, M1L, K1, M1L, SSK, K4, K2tog,
cuff. K3, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, K3, SSK, K4, K2tog, M1L,
K1.
WOMEN’S JUMPER
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 4-6 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22 24-26 28-30
cm 71-76 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117 122-127 132-137
TO FIT BUST
in 28-30 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 48-50 52-54
cm 83 92 103 112 123 134 145
ACTUAL BUST
in 321/2 361/4 401/2 44 481/4 521/2 57
ACTUAL cm 52 52 52 54 58 58 58
LENGTH in 201/4 201/4 201/4 21 223/4 223/4 223/4
cm 441/2 441/2 441/2 441/2 441/2 441/2 441/2
SLEEVE SEEM
in 171/2 171/2 171/2 171/2 171/2 171/2 171/2
Rowan Felted Tweed (DK weight; 50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose;
YARN
A carbon (159) 2 2 2 2 3 3 3
B turquoise (202) 2 2 2 2 3 3 3
C eden (209) 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
D delft (194) 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
E bottle green (207) 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
Row 9 *K1, M1L, K4, SSK, K2, K2tog, (K1, M1L) twice, K1, SSK, K2, Cut yarn B.
K2tog, K4, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, K4, SSK, K2, K2tog, Join yarn A and knit 2 rows.
K1, M1L, K1. Cut yarn A. Place 1 removable marker at each end of last row worked.
K5, M1L; rep from * to last 13 sts, K1, M1L, K5, SSK, K2tog, K2, M1L, Join yarn C and work 24 (24: 24: 24: 30: 30: 30) rows in chart patt as
K1. set.
Row 12 Purl. Cut yarn C.
Repeat these 12 rows for pattern.
Join yarn A and knit 2 rows.
I-CORD CAST-OFF Cut yarn A.
Cast on 1 st to left-hand needle using the cable cast-on method,
*K1, K2tog tbl, slip 2 sts back to left-hand needle; rep from * until 2 Join yarn D and work 24 (24: 24: 24: 30: 30: 30) rows in chart patt as
sts rem. Cast off, leaving yarn tail as instructed in pattern. set.
Cut yarn D.
BACK AND FRONT (MAKE 2 ALIKE)
Cast on 91 (101: 113: 123: 135: 147: 159) sts using 3.25mm circular Join yarn A and knit 2 rows.
needles and yarn A. Do not join. Cut yarn A.
Next row (WS) Knit. Join yarn E and work 24 (24: 24: 24: 30: 30: 30) rows in chart patt as
set.
Back only: Work in Moss st for 8cm, ending after a RS row. Cut yarn E.
Front only: Work in Moss st for 4cm, ending after a RS row.
Both pieces
Change to 3.75mm circular needles. Join yarn A and knit 2 rows, then work
Knit 1 WS row. 6 rows in Moss st.
Change to yarn B. SHAPE SHOULDERS

Next row (RS): Moss st 24 (28: 32: 36: 40: 46: 52) sts, turn and cont
BEGIN CHART on these 24 (28: 32: 36: 40: 46: 52) sts only.
Row 1 (RS): K3 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1), pm, work Row 1 of Chart A to last 3 (2: 2:
1: 1: 1: 1) sts, ending after stitch 13 (25: 13: 25: 13: 25: 13) of chart, pm, Cont in Moss st on these sts for 5 rows. Break yarn and place sts on a
K3 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1). holder.
Row 2 (WS): Purl to end (Row 2 of Chart A). Place centre 43 (45: 49: 51: 55: 55: 55) sts of back neck on a holder.
These 2 rows set the patt, with 3 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1) st(s) each side of mrks
in st st and chart patt worked inside mrks. Join yarn A to rem 24 (28: 32: 36: 40: 46: 52) sts with RS facing and
work in Moss st for 6 rows.
Cont in patt as set until you have completed three full 12-row repeats Break yarn and place sts on a holder.
of chart.
Modern Knits 89
WOMEN’S JUMPER
increases at each end of row and working decreases as per chart

patt. Keep patt correct while working shaping.
Work Colour Sequence (below), AT THE SAME TIME, dec 1 st at each

end of every RS row 48 (48: 46: 50: 56: 54: 57) times.
49 (49: 53: 57: 57: 61: 67) sts remain after shaping has been
completed.
After sleeve decreases have been completed, work even if necessary

until end of Colour Sequence.
COLOUR SEQUENCE
Join yarn E.
Row 1 (RS): Starting with stitch 1, work Row 1 of Chart A to end,
ending after stitch 25 (25: 25: 13: 25: 25: 13).
Row 2 (WS): Purl to end (Row 2 of Chart A).
These 2 rows set the chart patt.
Work Rows 3 to 12 of Chart A, then work Rows 1 to 12 once more.
Cut yarn E.

Cut yarn A.
Join yarn D and work Rows 1 to 12 of Chart A twice.

Cut yarn D.

Cut yarn A.
Join yarn C and work Rows 1 to 12 of Chart A twice.
Cut yarn C.

Cut yarn A.
Join yarn B and work Rows 1 to 12 of Chart A three times.
Cut yarn B.
Join yarn A.
Next row (RS): K3 (3: 5: 7: 7: 9: 3), (K7, K2tog) 2 (2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 3) times,
K6, (K2tog, K7) 2 (2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 3) times, K4 (4: 6: 8: 8: 10: 4).
NECKBAND [45 (45: 49: 53: 53: 57: 61) sts]
Join Front and Back shoulders on WS using the three-needle cast-off.
Change to 3.25mm needles and yarn A.
With RS facing, using 3.25mm circular needles and yarn A, pick up Knit 2 rows.
and knit 6 sts down front left side of neck, knit 43 (45: 49: 51: 55: 55:
55) sts from front neck holder, pick up and knit 6 sts up to shoulder Work 8 rows in Moss st.
seam, 6 sts down to back neck holder, knit 43 (45: 49: 51: 55: 55: 55)
sts from back neck holder, pick up and knit 6 sts up to shoulder. Using 3.75mm needles and with RS facing, work an i-cord cast-off,
Pm and join to work in the rnd. leaving a 10cm tail.
[110 (114: 122: 126: 134: 134: 134) sts] Repeat for other sleeve.
Change to 3.75mm circular needles. FINISHING

Work i-cord cast-off (see Pattern Notes), leaving a 15cm yarn tail. Join side and sleeve seams.
Join the beginning of the i-cord to the end using the yarn tail. Block garment gently to measurements, following any yarn care
SLEEVES Weave in ends.
Lay the garment out flat with RS facing up. Using 3.25mm circular
needles and yarn A, pick up and knit 145 (145: 145: 157: 169: 169:
181) sts evenly between removable mrks.
Knit 1 WS row.
Note: Read ahead; colour sequence is worked AT THE SAME TIME

as sleeve shaping. Work sleeve decreases by omitting the M1L
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SHAWL
Top grass
This bright and beautiful shawl pairs
an elegant crescent shape with a denim
lace yarn in a vivid colour
SHAWL
Modern Knits 93
SHAWL
TENSION
20 sts and 331/2 rows to 10cm over
LACE LACE 3.5MM Chart B on 3.5mm needles, after
STITCHES
blocking
YOU WILL NEED

■ 3.5mm (US 4) circular FINISHED SIZE
needles, 80cm long Inner crescent: 195cm (76¾in)
■ Rowan Denim Lace (2ply/lace Depth: 52cm (201/2in)
weight; 95% cotton, 5% other 195cm
fibres; 400m/437yds per 50g ABBREVIATIONS
cone) Erin Green (04); 2 x 50g For a full list see page 131
cones
52cm
YARN STOCKISTS
Rowan 01484 668200
www.knitrowan.com
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
RUSSIAN CAST-OFF
K2, slip both sts back to LH needle, K2tog tbl, *K1, slip both sts back
to LH needle, K2tog tbl. Rep from * to end.
CHART NOTES
Only RS rows are charted. Work WS rows as follows: Sl 1pw wyif, K1,
P to last 2 sts, K2.
CHART A (WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS)

Row 1 (RS) Sl1pw wyif, K1, *(yo, K1) 4 times, yo; rep from * to last 2
sts, K2. 13 sts.
Row 2 (WS and all following WS rows) Sl1pw wyif, K1, P to last 2 sts,
K2.
Row 3 Sl1pw wyif, K1, *(yo, K1) twice, yo, K5, (yo, K1) twice, yo; rep
from * to last 2 sts, K2. 19 sts.
Row 5 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) twice, *K1, yo, K11, yo, K1, yo; rep from * to
last 3 sts, K1, yo, K2. 25 sts.
CHART B (WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS)

Row 1 (RS) Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K1, *K1, K2tog, yo, K2, K2tog,
yo, K1, (yo, SSK, K2) twice; rep from * to last 4 sts, (yo, K1) twice, yo,
K2. 6 sts inc’d.
K2.
Row 3 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 4 times, SSK, K1, *K2tog, yo, K2, K2tog,
yo, K3, yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, K1; rep from * to last 7 sts, K2tog, (yo,
K1) 3 times, yo, K2. 6 sts inc’d.
Row 5 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K5, yo, sk2po, *yo, K2, (K2tog, yo)
twice, K1, (yo, SSK) twice, K2, yo, sk2po; rep from * to last 9 sts, yo,
This crescent-shaped shawl is worked from the top down to create K5, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
a lightweight, elegant accessory. Designed by Anniken Allis, it Row 7 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K3, (yo, SSK) twice, K3, *K2,
features a beautiful lace stitch which forms a repeating diamond (K2tog, yo) twice, K3, (yo, SSK) twice, K3; rep from * to last
pattern across the fabric. 13 sts, K2, (K2tog, yo) twice, K3, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
It uses Rowan’s Denim Lace yarn, which is available as a limited Row 9 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 4 times, SSK, yo, sk2po, yo, K2tog, yo, K2,
edition. This laceweight yarn is produced from recycled denim, K2tog, yo, K1, *yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, yo, sk2po, yo, K2tog, yo, K2,
which is sold on cones and comes in five vivid hues plus a neutral K2tog, yo, K1; rep from * to last 16 sts, yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, yo,
sand colour. sk2po, yo, K2tog, (yo, K1) 3 times, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 11 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 4 times, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, K1, (K2tog, yo,
SHAWL
HOW TO USE
OUR CHARTS
Start at the bottom right-hand
corner. Read right side rows from
CHART A right to left and wrong side rows
5 from left to right. A row of squares
3
1 represents a row of knitting.
CHART B
15
13 KEY
11
9 K on RS;
7
5 P on WS
3
1 Yo
K2tog
CHART C
SSK
15
13
11 Sk2po
9
7 Sl1pw wyif
5
3
1 Repeat
K2) twice, *K1, yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, K1, (K2tog, yo, K2) twice; rep
from * to last 19 sts, K1, yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, K1, K2tog, yo, K2,
K2tog, (yo, K1) 3 times, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 13 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K5, yo, SSK, K2, yo, sk2po, yo,
K2, K2tog, yo, K1, yo, sk2po, *yo, K1, yo, SSK, K2, yo, sk2po, yo, K2,
K2tog, yo, K1, yo, sk2po; rep from * to last 21 sts, yo, K1, yo, SSK, K2,
yo, sk2po, yo, K2, K2tog, yo, K5, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 15 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K9, yo, SSK, K5, K2tog, yo, K4,
*K3, yo, SSK, K5, K2tog, yo, K4; rep from * to last 25 sts, K3, yo, SSK,
K5, K2tog, yo, K9, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
CHART C (WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS)

Row 1 (RS) Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K1, *K1, K2tog, yo, K2, K2tog,
yo, K1, (yo, SSK, K2) 22 times; rep from * to last 4 sts, (yo, K1) twice,
yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
K2.
Row 3 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 4 times, SSK, K1, *K2tog, yo, K2, K2tog,
yo, K3, yo, SSK, K2, yo, SSK, K1; rep from * to last 7 sts, K2tog, (yo,
K1) 3 times, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 5 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K5, yo, sk2po, *yo, K2, (K2tog, yo)
twice, K1, (yo, SSK) twice, K2, yo, sk2po; rep from * to last 9 sts, yo,
K5, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 7 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K3, (yo, SSK) twice, K3, *K2,
(K2tog, yo) twice, K3, (yo, SSK) twice, K3; rep from * to last 13 sts,
K2, (K2tog, yo) twice, K3, (yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 9 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, (K2tog, yo) twice, K1, (yo, SSK) 3
times, K2, *K1, (K2tog, yo) 3 times, K1, (yo, SSK) 3 times, K2; rep
from * to last 16 sts, K1, (K2tog, yo) 3 times, K1, (yo, SSK) twice, (yo,
K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d].
Row 11 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K2, (K2tog, yo) twice, K3, (yo,
SSK) 3 times, K1, *(K2tog, yo) 3 times, K3, (yo, SSK) 3 times, K1; rep K4, yo, SSK, K1, *K2tog, yo, K4, yo, sk2po, yo, K4, yo, SSK, K1; rep
from * to last 19 sts, (K2tog, yo) 3 times, K3, (yo, SSK) twice, K2, (yo, from * to last 25 sts, K2tog, yo, K4, yo, sk2po, yo, K4, yo, SSK, K6, (yo,
K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d] K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d]
Row 13 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K4, K2tog, yo, K2, yo, SSK, K1,
K2tog, yo, K2, yo, SSK, yo, sk2po, *yo, K2tog, yo, K2, yo, SSK, K1, SHAWL
K2tog, yo, K2, yo, SSK, yo, sk2po; rep from * to last 21 sts, yo, K2tog, Cast on 3 sts using 3.5mm circular needles, .
yo, K2, yo, SSK, K1, K2tog, yo, K2, yo, SSK, K4, Row 1 (RS) (K1, yo, K1) in first st, KFB in second st, (K1, yo, K1) in third
(yo, K1) twice, yo, K2. [6 sts inc’d] st. [8 sts]
Row 15 Sl1pw wyif, (K1, yo) 3 times, K6, K2tog, yo, K4, yo, sk2po, yo, Row 2 (WS) K to end.
Modern Knits 95
SHAWL
Commence Chart A: subsequent 16-row repeat work an additional three 16-st repeats.
Row 1 (RS) Work row 1 of Chart A once. [13 sts] 505 sts.
K2. Work rows 1-6 of Chart C once more, working the 16-st rep 31 times
Row 3 Work row 3 of Chart A once. [19 sts] on each row. [523 sts]
Row 5 Work row 5 of Chart A once. [25 sts] Cast off using the Russian Cast-off (see Special Techniques) or
Row 6 Sl1pw wyif, K1, P to last 2 sts, K2. another very stretchy cast-off method.
Commence Chart B: FINISHING

Row 1 (RS) Work row 1 of Chart B, working the 16 st rep once. Weave in loose ends. Soak shawl in lukewarm water, following any
[6 sts inc’d] yarn care instructions on the ball band. Squeeze out excess water in
Row 2 (WS and all following WS rows) Sl 1 wyif, K1, P to last 2 sts, K2. a towel. Stretch shawl to shape and size. Pin in place. Leave to dry.
Row 3 Work row 3 of Chart B, working the 16-st rep once. [6 sts inc’d] For a useful tutorial by Anniken Allis on blocking crescent shawls,
Continue working through all 16 rows of Chart B a total of 7 times. For please visit http://bit.ly/shawlblock
each subsequent 16-row repeat, work an additional three 16-st
repeats. 361 sts.
Commence Chart C:
Row 1 (RS) Work row 1 of Chart C, working the 16-st rep twice.
[6 sts inc’d]
Row 2 (WS and all following WS rows):
Sl1pw wyif, K1, P to last 2 sts, K2.
Row 3 Work row 3 of Chart C, working the 16-st rep twice.
[6 sts inc’d]
Continue working through all 16 rows of Chart C three times. For each
HAT & COWL
Pine creek
Fair Isle never goes out of fashion! This
tam and cowl set features a pretty pattern
Modern Knits 97
HAT & COWL
YARN needles. KEY

Kelbourne Woolens Andorra 28 sts and 36 rounds over
SPORT Yarn A SSK
FAIR ISLE 3MM (Baby/sport weight; 60% merino speckled rib on 3mm needles.
WEIGHT 3.25MM S2kpo
wool, 20% Highland wool, 20% Yarn B
mohair; 169m/185yds per 50g YARN STOCKISTS Yarn C No stitch
YOU WILL NEED skein) Kelbourne Woolens
Knit
■ Set of 3mm (US 2-3) Tam: 1 x 50g skein of each www.kelbournewoolens.com
double-pointed needles A Peacock; B French Blue; C Dijon Available in the UK from
(DPNs) (for tam) Tangled Yarn
■ 3mm (US 2-3) circular Cowl: 0161 217 0858 HOW TO USE OUR
needles, 40cm long A Peacock; 1 x 50g skein www.tangled-yarn.co.uk CHARTS
■ 3.25mm (US 3) needle B French Blue; 2 x 50g skeins Start at the bottom right-hand
for cowl cast-off C Dijon; 2 x 50g skeins ABBREVIATIONS corner. Read right side rows from
■ 9 stitch markers S2kpo: Slip 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches right to left and wrong side rows
■ 28cm plate, for blocking the tam TENSION together, pass slipped stitch over. from left to right. A row of squares
30 sts and 32 rounds to 10cm For a full list see page 131 represents a row of knitting.
over Fair Isle pattern on 3mm
Mary Henderson has used a range of Fair Isle motifs for her cowl
and tam set, including the popular OXO pattern, a three-colour
checkerboard, and tiny crosses and squares. Both accessories are
edged with speckled ribbing, for a pretty touch. Mary has knitted
her set in Kelbourne Woolens Andorra, a soft and smooth wool-
mohair blend that comes in a choice of vintage-inspired colours.
STITCH PATTERNS
SPECKLED RIB
Round 1 *P2, K3; rep from * to end of rnd.
Round 2 *P2, K1, P1, K1; rep from * to end of rnd.
These 2 rounds set the pattern repeat.
PATTERN NOTES
Use the Fair Isle technique, carrying the colour not in use up the back of
the fabric at the beginning of the round, twisting with other colours at
the beginning of each round.
The pattern repeat is 24 sts, so you may find it useful to place stitch
markers every 24 sts as an aide memoire.
TAM
Cast on 145 sts using 3mm DPNs or circular needles, 40cm long, and
yarn A.
Work 12 rounds in Speckled Rib pattern.
Begin working Chart A, AT THE SAME TIME increasing across Round 1

as folls: *K3, M1; rep from * to last 4 sts, K to end. [192 sts]
Continue working Chart A from Rounds 2-31, reading pattern from
right to left and repeating the 24-st repeat 8 times across the round.
SHAPE CROWN
Cont working from Chart A as set, AT THE SAME TIME shaping as folls:
Round 32 Decrease 2 sts evenly across the round. [190 sts]
Round 33 *K3, SSK; rep from * to end of round. [152 sts]
Repeat sts 1-8 from Rounds 34–38 of Chart without shaping.
Round 39 *K2, SSK; rep from * to end of round. [114 sts]
Move stitch markers to every 19 sts if using.
BEGIN CHART B
Work Chart B six times across the round, decreasing where indicated.
[12 sts]
Cut yarn, leaving a 5cm tail. Thread yarn through sts and pull tight.
Weave in ends.
HAT & COWL
CHART A
51
50
49
48
47
46
45
44
43
42
41
40 CHART B
39 22
38 21
37 20
36 19
35 18
34 17
33 16
32 15
31 14
30 13
29 12
28 11
27 10
26 9
25 8
24 7
23 6
22 5
21 4
20 3
19 2
18 1
17
16 15 10 5
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
20 15 10 5
BLOCKING
Soak in handwash detergent and lukewarm water for 20 minutes, then
rinse, following any yarn care instructions on the ball band. Roll up in a
clean towel to remove excess moisture. For a tam shape, block over a
28cm dinner plate. Leave until completely dry.
COWL
Cast on 220 sts using 3mm circular needles and yarn A.
Work 12 rounds in Speckled Rib pattern.
Begin working Chart A, AT THE SAME TIME decreasing 4 sts evenly

across the round. [216 sts]
Place stitch markers every 24 sts if using.
Continue working Chart A from Rounds 2-50, reading pattern from

right to left and repeating the 24-st repeat 9 times across the round.
Work Round 51 of Chart A, AT THE SAME TIME decreasing across the

round as follows:
Round 51 K6, (K2tog, K12) 4 times, (K2tog, K11) 7 times, (K2tog, K12)
4 times, K2tog, K5. [200 sts]
Work Speckled Rib for 10 rounds, ending on a Round 2.

Cast off using a 3.25mm needle.
FINISHING
Weave in ends and gently block to measurements, following any yarn
care instructions on the ball band.
Modern Knits 99
HAT & COWL

CARDIGAN
Mabyn
Classically feminine and an
ideal wardrobe essential, this yoked
cardigan has a lovely cable motif
Modern Knits 101

CARDIGAN
17-st cable panel at front edge

measures approx. 6cm wide.
CABLE DK 3.25MM
ST ST 4MM
YARN STOCKISTS
Rowan 01484 668200
YOU WILL NEED www.knitrowan.com
■ 3.25mm (US 3) circular
needles, 80cm long ABBREVIATIONS
54 (55: 55: 58: 58: 60) cm

■ 4mm (US 6) circular C3B: Slip next 2 sts to cn and
needles, 80cm long hold at back, K1, K2 from cn. 44¼ (46: 48: 511/2: 54¼: 57) cm
45 (45
■ Set of 3.25mm (US 3) C3F: Slip 1 st to cn and hold at : 46: 46
: 47: 47
double-pointed needles (DPNs) front, K2, K1 from cn. ) cm
for sleeves C2B: Slip 1 st to cn and hold at
■ Set of 4mm (US 6) DPNs back, K1, K1 from cn.
for sleeves C2F: Slip 1 st to cn and hold at
■ Cable needle (cn) front, K1, K1 from cn.
■ Stitch holders C3Btog: Slip next 2 sts onto cn
■ Stitch markers, including two and hold at back, K1, K2tog from
red and two blue markers (or cn.
two contrasting colours) C3Ftog: Slip next st onto cn and
■ 7 buttons hold at front, K2tog, K1 from cn.
TENSION For a full list see page 131

22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
st st on 4mm needles. Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to
28 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over left and wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents
cable patt on 4mm needles. a row of knitting.

CARDIGAN
FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 8 10 12 14 16 18
cm 81 86 91 97 101 107
TO FIT BUST
in 32 34 36 38 40 42
cm 881/2 92 96 103 1081/2 114
ACTUAL BUST
in 343/4 361/4 373/4 401/2 423/4 45
cm 54 55 55 58 58 60
ACTUAL LENGTH
in 211/4 22 22 231/4 231/4 24
cm 45 45 46 46 47 47
SLEEVE SEAM
in 173/4 173/4 18 18 181/2 181/2
Rowan Softyak DK (DK weight; 76% cotton, 15% yak, 9% nylon; 135m/148yds
YARN
per 50g ball)
Lea (236) 10 10 11 11 12 12
CHART
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
KEY
9
8 K on RS; P on WS C2F
7
6 P on RS; K on WS C3B
5
4 C2B C3F
3
2 C2F C3Btog
1
C3B C3Ftog
55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5
Circular yoked sweaters and cardigans are hugely popular right Work 7( 7: 7: 7: 5: 5) rounds straight in st st.
now, and this design from Sarah Hatton features a lovely stitch Rep inc round. [2 sts inc’d]
pattern. Bands of elegant cables extend up the front of the Rep last 8 (8: 8: 8: 6: 6) rounds 9 (9: 12: 12: 1: 1) more times.
cardigan, either side of the button bands, and continue around the [70 (70: 78: 78: 58: 58) sts]
yoke. Moss stitch welts add extra textural interest around the lower
body and sleeves. The garment is knitted in Rowan’s gorgeous Sizes 8, 10, 16 and 18 only
Softyak DK yarn. Work 9 (9: -: -: 7: 7) rounds straight.
Rep inc round. [2 sts inc’d]
Rep last 10 (10: -: -: 8: 8) rounds 1 (1: -: -: 11: 11) more times.
SLEEVES [74 (74: -: -: 82: 82) sts]
Cast on 46 (46: 48: 48: 50: 50) sts using 3.25mm double-pointed
needles (or your preferred needles for working small circumferences All sizes
in the round). Cont straight in st st until Sleeve meas 45 (45: 46: 46: 47: 47) cm
Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. from cast-on edge.
Round 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
This round sets rib. Next round: K3 and slip these sts onto a holder, K to last 3 sts and slip
Work in rib for 11 more rounds. rem 3 sts onto same holder as 3 sts at beg of round. (6 sts now on this
underarm holder).
Change to 4mm double-pointed needles (or your preferred needles
for working small circumferences in the round). Break yarn and leave rem 68 (68: 72: 72: 76: 76) sts on a separate
Round 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to end. holder.
Round 2 *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
These 2 rounds set moss stitch. BODY
Work 3 rounds more as set. (worked in one piece to underarm)
Inc round K2, M1R, K to last 2 sts, M1L, K2. [2 sts inc’d] Cast on 189 (197: 205: 221: 233: 245) sts using 3.25mm circular
Knit 1 round straight. needles, 80cm long, .
Work 3 rounds in moss stitch as set. Row 1 (RS) P1, *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
Work 3 (3: 3: 3: 1: 1) rnds straight in st st. Row 2 (WS) *K1, P1; rep from * to last st, K1.
Rep inc round. [2 sts inc’d] These 2 rows set rib.
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CARDIGAN
blue mrk, K across 68 (68: 72: 72: 76: 76) sts held for Right Sleeve,
place red mrk, K89 (93: 97: 105: 111: 117) for Back, place red mrk,
K68 (68: 72: 72: 76: 76) sts held for Left Sleeve, place blue mrk, patt
46 (48: 50: 54: 57: 60), K1 for Left Front.
[319 (327: 343: 359: 379: 391) sts]
Next row (WS): Patt to end, working in st st across Sleeve sts.
Next row: Patt to 3 sts before blue mrk, K2tog, K1, slm, K1, skpo,
(K to 3 sts before red mrk, K2tog, K1, slm, K1, skpo) twice, K to 3 sts
before blue mrk, K2tog, K1, slm, K1, skpo, patt to end. [8 sts dec’d]
This row sets raglan shaping.
Work 1 row straight in patt and st st as set.
SHORT-ROW SHAPING FOR BACK NECK

Next 2 rows Working decs as set, patt to last 19 sts, w&t, patt to last
19 sts, w&t. [8 sts dec’d]
31 sts, w&t.[8 sts dec’d]
Next 2 rows Working decs as set, patt to last 39 sts, w&t, patt to
end. [8 sts dec’d]
[263 (271: 287: 303: 323: 335) sts]
Work 19 more rows in rib, ending after a RS row. Now working across all sts, cont as foll:
Next row (WS) K1, P1, M1P, P5, M1P, P5, M1P, P to last 12 sts, M1P, P5, Work 2 (2: 2: 0: 0: 0) rows straight.
M1P, P5, M1P, P1, K1. Rep dec row. [8 sts dec’d]
[195 (203: 211: 227: 239: 251) sts]
Sizes 14, 16 and 18 only
Change to 4mm circular needles, 80cm long. Work 1 row straight.
** Row 1 (RS) P1, K3, P1, K7, P1, K3, P1, *K1, P1; rep from * to last 18 Rep dec row. [8 sts dec’d]
sts, K1, P1, K3, P1, K7, P1, K3, P1. Rep last 2 rows - (-: -: 0: 2: 4) more times.
Row 2 (WS) K1, P16, *K1, P1; rep from * to last 18 sts, K1, P16, K1. [- (-: -: 279: 283: 279) sts]
Row 3 P1, C3B, P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1, *K1, P1; rep from * to
last 18 sts, K1, P1, C3B, P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1. All sizes
Row 4 As Row 2. *** Work 3 rows straight.
Rep these 4 rows once more, then Rows 1-2 once more. Rep dec row. [8 sts dec’d]
Rep last 4 rows 3 (4: 5: 5: 5: 4) more times.
Next row (RS) P1, C3B, P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1, K to last 17 sts, [223 (223: 231: 239: 243: 247) sts]
P1, C3B, P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1.
Next row (WS) K1, P16, K1, P to last 18 sts, K1, P16, K1. Next row (WS) Patt 17, *K1, P1; rep from * to last 18 sts, K1, patt
17.
Rep from ** to *** once more. This row sets moss stitch.
Work 3 rows more as set.
Row 1 (RS) P1, K3, P1, K7, P1, K3, P1, K to last 17 sts, P1, K3, P1, K7, P1,
K3, P1. Next row (WS) Patt 17, patt 4 (4: 65: 3: 2: 71), *M1, patt 20 (20: 66:
Row 2 (WS) K1, P16, K1, P to last 18 sts, K1, P16, K1. 22: 41: 71); rep from * 8 (8: 0: 8: 4: 0) more times, M1, patt 5 (5: 66: 4:
Row 3 P1, C3B, P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1, K to last 17 sts, P1, C3B, 2: 71), patt 17.
P1, C3B, K1, C3F, P1, C3F, P1. [233 (233: 233: 249: 249: 249) sts]
Row 4 As Row 2.
These 4 rows set cable patt for front edge and st st. YOKE SHAPING
(also shown on Yoke Cable Chart)
Cont as set until Body meas approx 35 (35: 34: 37: 36: 38) cm from Row 1 (RS) Patt 17, C3B, K1, C3F, *P3, C3F, P3, C3B, K1, C3F; rep from
cast-on edge, ending after a Row 1. * to last 17 sts, patt 17.
Next row (WS) P47 (49: 51: 55: 58: 61) for Left Front, P6 and slip Row 2 (WS) Patt 17, *P7, K3, P3, K3; rep from * to last 24 sts, P7, patt
these 6 sts to a holder for underarm, P89 (93: 97: 105: 111: 117) for 17.
Back, P6 and slip these 6 sts to a holder for underarm, P47 (49: 51: Row 3: Patt 17, K7, *P3, K3, P3, K7; rep from * to last 17 sts, patt 17.
55: 58: 61) for Right Front. Row 4: Patt 17, *P7, K1, K2tog, P3, K1, K2tog; rep from * to last 24 sts,
[183 (191: 199: 215: 227: 239) sts] P7, patt 17.
[209 (209: 209: 223: 223: 223) sts]
JOIN YOKE AND BEGIN RAGLAN SHAPING Row 5: Patt 17, C3B, K1, C3F, *P2, C3F, P2, C3B, K1, C3F; rep from * to
Next row (RS) K1, patt 46 (48: 50: 54: 57: 60) for Right Front, place last 17 sts, patt 17.

CARDIGAN
Row 6 Patt 17, *P7, K2, P3, K2; rep from * to last 24 sts, P7, patt 17.
Row 7 Patt 17, K7, *P2, K3, P2, K7; rep from * to last 17 sts, patt 17.
Row 8 As row 6.
Row 9 P1, C3B, P1, C3Btog, K1, C3Ftog, P1, C3F, P1, C3Btog, K1,
C3Ftog, *P2, C3F, P2, C3Btog, K1, C3Ftog; rep from * to last 17 sts,
P1, C3B, P1, C3Btog, K1, C3Ftog, P1, C3F, P1.
[179 (179: 179: 191: 191: 191) sts]
Row 10 K1, P13, K1, *P5, K2, P3, K2; rep from * to last 20 sts, P5, K1,
P13, K1.
Row 11 P1, K3, P1, K5, P1, K3, P1, K5, *P2, K3, P2, K5; rep from * to last
15 sts, P1, K3, P1, K5, P1, K3, P1.
Row 12 As row 10.
Row 13 P1, C3B, P1, C2B, K1, C2F, P1, C3F, P1, C2B, K1, C2F, *P2tog,
C3F, P2tog, C2B, K1, C2F; rep from * to last 15 sts, P1, C3B, P1, C2B,
K1, C2F, P1, C3F, P1.
[155 (155: 155: 165: 165: 165) sts]
Row 14 K1, P13, K1, *P5, K1, P3, K1; rep from * to last 20 sts, P5, K1,
P13, K1.
Row 15 P1, K3, P1, K5, P1, K3, P1, K5, *P1, K3, P1, K5; rep from * to last
15 sts, P1, K3, P1, K5, P1, K3, P1.
Row 16 As Row 14.
Row 17 P1, C3Btog, P1, C2B, K1, C2F, P1, C3Ftog, P1, C2B, K1, C2F,
*P1, C3Ftog, P1, C2B, K1, C2F; rep from * to last 15 sts, P1, C3Btog,
P1, C2B, K1, C2F, P1, C3Ftog, P1. [139 (139: 139: 148: 148: 148) sts]
Row 18 K1, P4, P3tog, P4, K1, *P1, P3tog, P1, K1, P2, K1; rep from * to
last 18 sts, P1, P3tog, P1, K1, P3, P3tog, P5, K1.
[109 (109: 109: 116: 116: 116) sts]
Row 19 Knit to end, dec 0 (0: 0: 1: 1: 1) st at end of row.
[109 (109: 109: 115: 115: 115) sts]
Rows 20-22 K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
Row 23 K4 (4: 4: 2: 2: 2), [K2tog, K9 (9: 9: 10: 10: 10)] 9 times, K2tog,
K4 (4: 4: 3: 3: 3).
[99 (99: 99: 105: 105: 105) sts]
Change to 3.25mm circular needles.

Beg with row 2, work 8 rows in rib as set on Back.
Cast off in rib.
TO MAKE UP
BUTTONHOLE BAND
With RS facing, using 3.25mm needles, pick up and knit 125 (125:
125: 131: 131: 137) sts evenly up right front edge and neckband.
Row 1 (WS): K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
Row 2 (RS): K1, *K1, P1; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
These 2 rows set rib.
Work 1 row in rib as set.
Next row: Rib 5, [cast off 2 sts, rib until there are 17 (17: 17: 18: 18: 19)
sts on RH needle] 6 times, cast off 2 sts, rib to end.
Next row: Rib to end, casting on 2 sts over each gap created by
casting off on previous row.
Work 4 rows more in rib.
Cast off in rib.
BUTTON BAND
With RS facing, using 3.25mm needles, pick up and knit 125 (125:
125: 131: 131: 137) sts evenly up right front edge and neckband.
Work in rib as set on buttonhole band for 9 rows.
Cast off in rib.
Graft together sts at underarm.

Block gently to measurements, following any yarn care instructions
on the ball band.
Sew on buttons opposite buttonholes
Modern Knits 105

darning
Helen Spedding explains how to work the woven darn
technique to repair holes in your socks and sweaters
Many of us love knitting and wearing And even a messy-looking darn will mean pestle or even a hard-boiled egg! You’ll also
hand-made socks – but what if the worst your sock is wearable again, and won’t need a darning needle or a tapestry needle
happens, and a hole appears in your need to be thrown away - which is always with large eye and a bluntish end.
favourite pair of hand-knitted socks, or a good thing!
moths chew a hole in a sweater sleeve? As alternatives to darning, we also explain When darning hand-knitted socks, it’s
Here, we explore the woven darn how to use a knitted-on patch and duplicate a good idea to use a similar yarn to the one
technique, which can be used to cover stitching to cover holes, on p108. you knitted the sock with. Either use the
and stabilise holes in your knitwear. It’s same yarn if you have some left over, or a
created exactly like woven fabric, with WHAT YOU’LL NEED yarn in a similar colour – or be inspired by
vertical warp threads woven through Before you start darning, you’ll need to the trend for ‘visible mending’, and use
with horizontal weft threads. Although stretch out the fabric to create tension; highly contrasting colours to make a
the woven darn can be used on wide holes this makes it easier to see the area which design feature out of your darn. You can
as well as smaller ones, it’s always best to needs repair, and also which stitches are also use cotton embroidery thread (floss).
catch holes before they get too big – check thinning and at risk of turning into a hole.
your socks regularly for signs of wear or The traditional tools for this are darning PREPARATION
thinning areas of fabric. mushrooms or eggs, typically made from First consider whether you want to work
Darning is a relatively simple technique to wood. These are available to buy new, or the darn on the outside or inside of your
work, but don’t worry if your darn doesn’t you can pick up a second-hand tool from item. For socks and other items which are
look perfect when finished, as the fibres online auction sites. Alternatively, you can worn next to the skin, it’s usual to darn on
will start to felt together as you wear the use another smooth, rounded object of a the right side of the fabric. For sweaters,
item, and start to look neater and tighter. similar size, such as a ladle, a tennis ball, a you might prefer to darn on the wrong side,
so that on the outside you’ll only see a small
woven patch, which will integrate better
with the fabric when washed and worn.
Next, cut a decent length of yarn to

sew with, which will be long enough to
complete the darn but still be manageable
to work with – a couple of arm’s lengths
should be plenty. Thread the yarn onto
your darning needle.
Insert your darning egg or mushroom into

the sock so that the area to be darned sits
centrally, and the fabric is stretched out.
If you’re using a darning mushroom, you
may choose to secure the sock in place by
wrapping an elastic hairband around the
stem of mushroom.
WORKING THE WARP

To create the darned patch, first you will
create the warp threads vertically over the
hole, then you will weave the weft threads
horizontally through the warp threads.
Darning socks
will give them a
For our walkthrough, we’ll be working from
new lease of life right to left.

DARNING 101
1 Using your darning needle, bring up the

yarn from the WS to the RS of the sock,
around 5mm away from the top right
edge of the hole and through a section of
undamaged/unaffected fabric. Leave a
1 2
yarn tail on the inside which will be long
enough to weave in later - around 10cm
will be fine.
2 Catch one of the stitches to the left in

the knitted fabric and pull the yarn
through to secure it. Pull it through firmly
but not too tightly, to avoid puckering.
3 Take the yarn down over the front of the 3 4

hole and catch a stitch directly below your
first stitch, around 5mm below the lower
right edge of the hole, taking the needle
through from right to left. As you pull the
thread through, you’ll create a vertical
line.
4 Now take the yarn up over the hole and

pick up another stitch next to your first
stitch and pull the needle through to form
a second warp thread. 5 6
5+6 Continue in this way until the warp
threads cover the hole and for 5mm
beyond. It’s helpful to finish up with an
odd number of warp threads, as this
makes it easier when you come to weave
through the weft threads.
WORKING THE WEFT

In our photographs, we’re using a
different coloured thread to work the weft, 7 8
but for your darn, you can continue to use
the thread in which you worked the warp.
7 Rotate your work if necessary so that

you can work from right to left, and your
working yarn is at the top right of the
darning area.
8 Pick up a stitch in the knitted fabric at

the corner of your area of warp threads, to 9 10
help anchor it to the fabric.
9 Pass the darning needle under the first

warp thread, missing the second, pass it
under the third warp thread, passing over
the fourth and going under the fifth,
alternating until you reach the left-hand
side (10). Pull the yarn through fully but
not too tightly.
11 Rotate your work 180 degrees.

11 12
12 Catch a stitch in the fabric in the row
above your first weft thread and pull the
yarn through, and weave the yarn back
across the hole in the opposite way to the
first row, going over the first warp thread
and under the second, over the third and
under the fourth to the end of the row.
Modern Knits 107

DARNING 101
Continue in this way, picking up a stitch OTHER WAYS TO

at the end of each row to anchor the yarn TACKLE HOLES
in place. Avoid sewing through the warp
threads, as this will split them. KNITTED-ON PATCH
1
If you have a garment with a small
hole in it, is should be possible to
FINISHING close the hole with a knitted-on
For something worn next to the skin, patch. To do this you will need to
such as a sock, it’s best to weave in pick up the stitches at risk of un-
the yarn tails on the RS of the work ravelling around the hole, using fine
so that the darned area won’t feel double-pointed or circular needles.
uncomfortable or lumpy. If preferred,
you can pass the yarn ends through to 1 Pick up stitches from the rows
the back of the fabric and weave them in above and below the ‘at risk’ stitches
around the edge of the darned area. (above and below the hole). Pick up
across the top and bottom of the 2
After completing the darned patch, hole, and pick up an equal number
applying a gentle steam from an iron of stitches top and bottom. You need
can help to ‘set’ the threads. to pick up a single ‘bar’ from each
stitch - make sure it’s the same both
WORKING ON THE WS top and bottom.
If you’ve decided to work your darn on
the wrong side of the fabric, aim to pick Determine how many rows of fabric
up only the back loops of the stitches so there are between the top and bot-
the darn will be less visible on the front of tom rows of picked up stitches.
the garment. Using the same yarn you In our sample, the patch needs to
knitted your project in will give a neater bridge across five rows, the last of
result that will be much less visible on
the RS.
which will be grafted, so we will need
to knit four rows.
3
For reversible projects where you’ll be 2 Knit down one row from the top,
able to see both sides of the fabric – a and then knit up three rows from the
shawl or scarf, for example, or a collar or bottom. Break off the yarn with a
cuff – you may consider working a woven tail at least 20cm long, and thread it
darn patch on both the outside and the onto a tapestry needle.
inside of the project.
3 Now graft the two ‘live’ rows to-
gether using Kitchener stitch. When
you have finished, use the yarn
tails to catch the patch to the side
stitches of the hole, to secure them,
4
and remove any further
gaps (4).
Weave the yarn tail in around the

edge of the mini patch, as this will
give extra strength to the area.
DUPLICATE STITCHING
5 For areas that are worn, but not
worn through, consider duplicate
The darned patch stitching (Swiss darning) to provide
5
will start to felt
extra strength. This is done by trac-
ing the path of the stitches using a
tapestry needle and matching yarn.
For more guidance on duplicate
stitch, see our masterclass at
ABOUT OUR EXPERT www.gathered.how/knitting-and-
Helen Spedding is the crochet/knitting/swiss-darning/
operations editor of
The Knitter. She loves
exploring the possibilities of the
knitted stitch and swatching
unusual stitch patterns.

CHILD JUMPER
Victoria Plum
Classic raglan sweater for girls is the
ideal choice for playtimes and parties alike
Modern Knits 109

CHILD JUMPER
FIND YOUR SIZE

CABLES 4PLY 2.75MM
ST ST 3.25MM SIZE 3-4 yrs 5-6 yrs 7-8yrs 9-10 yrs 11-12 yrs
cm 55 59-61 63-66 70-73 73-79
TO FIT CHEST
YOU WILL NEED in 21-221/2 231/4-24 233/4-26 271/2-283/4 283/4-311/4
■ 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) cm 70 73 781/2 84 93
knitting needles ACTUAL CHEST
in 271/2 281/2 31 33 361/2
■ 1 pair 2.75mm (UK 12/US 2)
knitting needles cm 40 46 50 54 56
ACTUAL LENGTH
■ Stitch holders in 153/4 18 193/4 211/4 22
cm 20 24 28 30 33
TENSION SLEEVE SEAM
28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over in 8 91/2 11 113/4 13
st st on 3.25mm needles. Sirdar Country Classic 4 ply (4ply weight; 50% wool, 50% acrylic;
25 sts and 37 rows to 10cm over YARN
patt on 3.25mm needles.
Rose Pink 4 5 6 7 8
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 131
Comfortable and well fitting, this raglan sweater for girls by SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLES
Sarah Hatton has a style that should appeal to both parents and Cast off 3 (3: 4: 4: 5) sts in patt at beg of next 2 rows.
children. It features a lace stitch which adds texture and interest [82 (86: 90: 98: 106) sts]
without being too fussy. Sarah has knitted her sweater in Sirdar’s Next row (RS) K2, skpo, patt to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2.
popular Country Classic 4 ply, a fine, lightweight merino blend that [80 (84: 88: 96: 104) sts]
comes in a range of beautiful colours and can be machine-washed. Next row (WS) P2, patt to last 2 sts, P2.
BACK Sizes 5-6 and 11-12 only

Cast on 98 (102: 110: 118: 130) sts using 2.75mm needles, . Next row (RS) K2, patt to last 2 sts, K2.
Row 1 (RS) K2, *P2, K2; rep from * to end. Next row (WS) P2, patt to last 2 sts, P2.
Row 2 (WS) P2, *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
Rows 1 and 2 set 2x2 rib. Sizes 7-8 and 9-10 only
Work a further 15 (15: 15: 19: 19) rows in 2x2 rib. Work 6 rows and dec 1 st at each end of the 3rd row.
[- (-: 86: 94: -) sts]
Next row (WS): P7 (9: 4: 8: 5), P2tog, (P7, P2tog) 9 (9: 11: 11: 13)
times, P8 (10: 5: 9: 6). All sizes
[88 (92: 98: 106: 116) sts] Work 42 (44: 44: 48: 56) rows dec 1 st at each end of next and every
foll alt row.
Change to 3.25mm needles and commence patt: Place rem 38 (40: 42: 46: 48) sts on stitch holder.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 Purl. FRONT
Row 3 K5 (7: 1: 5: 1), *K2tog, K1, yo, K6; rep from * to last 2 (4: 7: 2: 7) Work as Back until 52 (54: 56: 62: 64) sts rem in raglan.
sts, (K2tog, K1, yo) 0 (1: 1: 0: 1) times, K2 (1: 4: 2: 4). Work 1 row.
Row 4 P9 (2: 5: 9: 5), *yo, P1, P2tog, P6; rep from * to last 7 (0: 3: 7: 3)
sts, (yo, P1, P2tog) 1 (0: 0: 1: 0) times, P4 (0: 3: 4: 3). SHAPE NECK
Row 5 K3 (5: 8: 3: 8), K2tog, K1, yo, K6; rep from * to last 4 (6: 0: 4: 0) Next row (RS) K2, skpo, patt 12 (12: 12: 14: 14), turn and leave rem
sts, (K2tog, K1, yo) 1 (1: 0: 1: 0) times, K1 (3: 0: 1: 0). 36 (38: 40: 44: 46) sts on stitch holder.
Row 6 P2 (4: 7: 2: 7), *yo, P1, P2tog, P6; rep from * to last 5 (7: 1: 5: 1) [15 (15: 15: 17: 17) sts]
sts, (yo, P1, P2tog) 1 (1: 0: 1: 0) times, P2 (4: 1: 2: 1).
Row 7 Knit. Dec 1 st at neck edge of next 4 rows, then on foll 2 (2: 2: 3: 3) alt rows
Row 8 Purl. and AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st as set at raglan edge in 2nd and every
Row 9 K8 (1: 4: 8: 4), *yo, K1, skpo, K6; rep from * to last 8 (1: 4: 8: 4) foll alt row. 5 sts.
sts, (yo, K1, skpo) 1 (0: 1: 1: 1) times, K5 (1: 1: 5: 1). Work 1 row.
Row 10 P4 (6: 9: 4: 9), *P2tog tbl, P1, yo, P6; rep from * to last 3 (5: 8: Next row (RS): K2, Sl 1, K2tog, psso. [3 sts]
3: 8) sts, (P2tog tbl, P1, yo) 0 (1: 1: 0: 1) times, P3 (2: 5: 3: 5). Next row: Purl.
Row 11 K1 (3: 6: 1: 6), *yo, K1, skpo, K6; rep from * to last 6 (8: 2: 6: 2) Next row: K2tog, K1. [2 sts]
sts, (yo, K1, skpo) 1 (1: 0: 1: 0) times, K3 (5: 2: 3: 2). Next row: P2tog and fasten off.
Row 12 P2 (4: 7: 2: 7), *P2tog tbl, P1, yo, P6; rep from * to last 5 (7: 1: 5:
1) sts, (P2tog tbl, P1, yo) 1 (1: 0: 1: 0) times, P2 (4: 1: 2: 1). With RS facing, working on 36 (38: 40: 44: 46) sts left on a holder, slip
These 12 rows form patt. next 20 (22: 24: 26: 28) sts to stitch holder, rejoin yarn and patt to last
Cont straight in patt until Back meas 25 (30: 33: 36: 37) cm, ending 4 sts, K2tog, K2.
with a WS row. [15 (15: 15: 17: 17) sts]

CHILD JUMPER
40 (46: 50: 54: 56) cm
20 (24:
28: 30:
33) cm
35 (361/2: 39: 421/2: 46½) cm
Dec 1 st at neck edge of next 4 rows, then on foll 2 (2: 2: 3: 3) foll alt MAKING UP
rows and AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st as set at raglan edge in 2nd and Join raglan seams leaving Left Back raglan open.
every foll alt row. 5 sts.
Work 1 row. NECKBAND
Next row (RS) K3tog, K2. 3 sts. With RS facing, using 2.75mm needles,
Next row Purl. K14 sts from left sleeve holder, pick up and K14 (14: 14: 15: 15) sts
Next row K1, K2tog. 2 sts. down left side of neck, K20 (22: 24: 26: 28) sts from front holder, pick
Next row P2tog and fasten off. up and K14 (14: 14: 15: 15) sts up right side of neck, K14 sts from right
sleeve holder and 38 (40: 42: 46: 48) sts from back holder.
SLEEVES (MAKE 2 ALIKE) [114 (118: 122: 130: 134) sts]
Cast on 62 (62: 66: 70: 70) st using 2.75mm needles.
Work 12 (12: 12: 16: 16) rows in 2x2 rib as set for Back, dec 1 (0: 1: 1: 1) Beg with 2nd row of 2x2 rib as set for Back, work 10 (10: 10: 12: 12)
st at each end of last row. rows.
[60 (62: 64: 68: 68) sts] Cast off in rib.
Change to 3.25mm needles. Join left back raglan and neckband seams.
Beg with a RS knit row, work in st st and inc 1 st at each end of 5th row, Join side and sleeve seams.
then on every foll 6th (8th: 6th: 6th: 6th) row to 76 (78: 68: 76: 90) sts. Weave in ends and block to measurements, following any yarn care
Sizes 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12 only
Inc 1 st at each end of every foll 8th row to - (-: 84: 90: 96) sts.
All sizes
Cont straight until Sleeve meas 20 (24: 28: 30: 33) cm, ending with a
WS row.
SHAPE RAGLAN
Cast off 3 (3: 4: 4: 5) sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[70 (72: 76: 82: 86) sts]
Row 1 (RS) K2, skpo (raglan dec), yo, skpo (eyelet patt), K to last 6
sts, K2tog, yo (eyelet patt), K2tog (raglan dec), K2.
[68 (70: 74: 80: 84) sts]
Row 2 (WS) P2, P2tog (raglan dec), P to last 4 sts, P2tog tbl (raglan
dec) P2.
[66 (68: 72: 78: 82) sts]
Working eyelet patt on 3rd and every foll 4th row, cont as folls:
Work 10 (8: 8: 10: 10) rows dec 1 st at each end of every row.
[46 (52: 56: 58: 62) sts]
Work 32 (38: 42: 44: 48) rows and dec 1 st at each end of next and
every foll alt row.
Place rem 14 sts on stitch holder.
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LACE JUMPER
Chaumont
An attractive lace pattern decorates
this loose-fitting, linen-blend jumper
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LACE DK & 3.5MM

ST ST 4PLY 4.5MM
FIND YOUR SIZE
SIZE XS S M L 1XL 2XL
YOU WILL NEED
■ 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) cm 76 86 94 102 112 122
TO FIT BUST
knitting needles in 30 34 37 40 44 48
■ 1 set 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4)
cm 86 96 104 114 121 131
circular needles, 40cm long ACTUAL BUST
■ 4 removable markers in 34 373/4 403/4 443/4 473/4 511/2
■ 2 stitch holders cm 50 51 53 54 55 57
ACTUAL LENGTH
in 191/2 20 203/4 211/4 211/2 221/4
TENSION
20 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over cm 20 20 211/2 211/2 221/4 221/4
SLEEVE SEAM
st st on 3.5mm needles using in 73/4 73/4 81/2 81/2 9 9
Lyonesse 4ply, after blocking.
Blacker Yarns Lyonesse DK (DK weight; 50% Falkland Island Corriedale/Merino
16 sts and 23 rows to 10cm over YARN
wool, 50% linen; 110m/119yds per 50 ball)
Chart on 4.5mm needles using
Lyonesse DK, after blocking. A Ruby 5 5 6 6 7 8
Blacker Yarns Lyonesse 4-ply (4ply weight; 50% Falkland Island Corriedale/Merino
YARN STOCKISTS YARN
wool, 50% linen; 175m/190yds per 50g ball)
Blacker Yarns 01566 777635
B Ruby 2 2 2 3 3 3
www.blackeryarns.co.uk
This dolman sweater has a body with an all-over lace pattern which is
worked in a DK-weight yarn. Once the body is knitted, the shoulders
are joined using the three-needle cast-off. Stitches are then picked
up for the sleeves, which are worked in the round using a 4ply yarn.
“This garment has a loose-fitting, boxy shape, with oversized sleeves
in the style of Japanese kimonos,” says Anniken Allis. “Because the
sleeves are worked from the top down, they can be customised to
any length.”
PATTERN NOTES
When measuring the body, stretch the fabric and pin to simulate
blocking. This will give more accurate measurements.
CHART NOTES
If using stitch markers to mark each pattern repeat, note these will
move 1 st to the left on rows 5 and 11.
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
SHORT ROWS
Wrap and turn (w&t) on knit rows: take yarn between needles to
front of work, slip the next st pwise from the LH to RH needle, take
yarn between needles to back of work, slip the st back to the LH
needle, turn work.
Wrap and turn (w&t) on purl rows: Take yarn between needles to
back of work, slip the next st pwise from LH to RH needle, take yarn
between needles to front of work, slip the st back to LH needle, turn
work.
Knit stitch and wrap together on a knit row: Insert RH needle up
through the wrap then into the stitch. Knit stitch and wrap together.
Purl stitch and wrap together on a purl row: From the knit side of
work, lift the wrap and place it in front of the purl stitch. Purl stitch
and wrap together.

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CHART
Chart size SIZE
XS, M &XS,
1XL M & 1XL HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
15 Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right
13
11 side rows from right to left and wrong side rows
9
7 from left to right. A row of squares represents a
5
3 row of knitting.
1
25 20 15 10 5
CHART
Chart size SIZE S, L
S, L & 2XL & 2XL
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
20 15 10 5
KEY
K on RS; P on WS
50 (51: 53: 54: 55: 57) cm

Yo
Sk2po
SSK 20 (20: 21½: 211/2: 43 (48: 52: 57: 60½: 651/2) cm

23: 23) cm
K2tog
Repeat
CHART PATTERNS rep from * to last 2 sts, yo, K2.

(written instructions) Row 13: K4, *(K1, yo, SSK) twice, (K1, K2tog, yo) twice, K2; rep from *
Sizes XS, M and 1XL only to last 3 sts, K3.
Row 1 (RS): K3, yo, SSK, K2, *(K1, K2tog, yo) twice, (K1, yo, SSK) Row 15: K4, *K2tog, yo, K3, yo, sk2po, yo, K3, yo, SSK, K1; to last 3
twice, K2; rep from * to last 6 sts, K1, K2tog, yo, K3. sts, K3.
Row 3: (K1, yo, SSK) twice, K1, *K2tog, yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, (yo,
SSK, K1) twice; rep from * to last 6 sts, (K2tog, yo, K1) twice. BACK
Row 5: K5, yo, sk2po, *yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K5, yo, SSK, K1, yo, sk2po; Cast on 69 (77: 83: 91: 97: 105) sts using 4.5mm needles and yarn A.
rep from * to last 5 sts, yo, K1 , K2tog, yo, K2. Row 1 (WS): K to end.
Row 7: K3, yo, SSK, K2, *(K1, K2tog, yo) twice, (K1, yo, SSK) twice, Row 2 (RS): K to end.
K2; rep from * to last 6 sts, K1, K2tog, yo, K3. Rep last 2 rows once more.
Row 9: (K1, yo, SSK) twice, *K2tog, yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, (yo, SSK, Row 5 (WS): K to end.
K1) twice; rep from * to last 6 sts, (K2tog, yo, K1) twice.
Row 11: K2tog, yo, K3, yo, sk2po, *yo, K3, yo, SSK, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, BEGIN CHART
yo, sk2po; rep from * to last 5 sts, yo, K3, yo, SSK. Row 1 (RS): Work row 1 of Chart for your size, working the 14-st rep
Row 13: (K2tog, yo, K1) twice, K1, *(K1, yo, SSK) twice, (K1, K2tog, 4 (5: 5: 6: 6: 7) times across row.
yo) twice, K2; rep from * to last 6 sts, (K1, yo, SSK twice). Row 2 (WS): P to end.
Row 15: K4, yo, SSK, K1, *K2tog, yo, K3, yo, sk2po, yo, K3, yo, SSK, Continue in pattern as established and work until Back meas 22 (22:
K1; to last 6 sts, K2tog, yo, K4. 22½: 23: 23: 23½) cm, ending with a WS row. Place a removable
marker either side of the body.
Sizes S, L and 2XL only
Row 1 (RS): K4, *(K1, K2tog, yo) twice, (K1, yo, SSK) twice, K2; Continue in pattern as established until Back meas 48 (49: 51: 52½:
rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. 53: 55) cm, ending with a WS row.
Row 2 and all WS rows: P to end.
Row 3: K4, *K2tog, yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, (yo, SSK, K1) twice; SHAPE RIGHT NECK
rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. Row 1 (RS): Work 23 (35: 27: 31: 33: 37) sts, turn. Place rem sts on
Row 5: K2, yo, sk2po, *yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K5, yo, SSK, K1, yo, sk2po; hold.
rep from * to last 2 sts, yo, K2. Row 2 (WS): P1, P2tog, P to end. 1 st dec’d.
Row 7: K4, *(K1, K2tog, yo) twice, (K1, yo, SSK) twice, K2; rep from * Row 3: Work to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. 1 st dec’d.
to last 3 sts, K3. [21 (23: 25: 29: 31: 35) sts]
Row 9: K4, *K2tog, yo, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, (yo, SSK, K1) twice;
rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. SHAPE RIGHT SHOULDER
Row 11: K2, yo, sk2po, *yo, K3, yo, SSK, K1, K2tog, yo, K3, yo, sk2po; Row 1 (WS): P14 (16: 18: 20: 22: 26), w&t.
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Row 5: Patt to end, including wraps as they appear.

Place sts on hold.
FRONT
Cast on 69 (77: 83: 91: 97: 105) sts using 4.5mm needles and yarn A.
Row 1 (WS): K to end.
Row 2 (RS): K to end.
Rep last 2 rows once more.
Row 5 (WS): K to end.
Row 1 (RS): Work row 1 of Chart, working the 14-st rep 4 (5: 5: 6: 6: 7)
times across row.
Row 2 (WS): P to end.
Continue in pattern as established and work until Front matches
Back to markers, ending with a WS row. Place a removable marker
either side of the body.
Continue in pattern as established until Front meas 44½ (45: 46:

46½: 46½: 47) cm, ending with a WS row.
SHAPE LEFT NECK

Row 1 (RS): Work 25 (27: 29: 33: 35: 39) sts, turn. Place rem sts on
hold.
Row 2 (WS): P1, P2tog, P to end. 1 st dec’d.
Row 3: Work to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. 1 st dec’d.
[21 (23: 25: 29: 31: 35) sts]
Continue working in patt until the Left Front matches Back to

shoulder shaping, ending with a RS row.
SHAPE LEFT SHOULDER

Row 1 (WS): P14 (16: 18: 20: 22: 26), w&t.
Row 2 (RS): Work in patt to end.
Row 3: P7 (8: 9: 10: 11: 13), w&t.
Row 4: Work in patt to end.
Row 5: P to end, including wraps as they appear.
Place sts on hold.
SHAPE RIGHT NECK

Leave centre 19 (23: 25: 25: 27: 27) sts on hold. With RS facing, rejoin
yarn at neck edge.
Row 1 (RS): Work in patt to end.
[25 (27: 29: 33: 35: 39) sts]
Row 2 (RS): Work in patt to end. Row 2 (WS): P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1. [1 st dec’d]
Row 3: P7 (8: 9: 10: 11: 13), w&t. Row 3: K1, SSK, work in patt to end. [1 st dec’d]
Row 4: Work in patt to end. Rep last 2 rows once more 21 (23: 25: 29: 31: 35) sts.
Row 5: P to end, including wraps as they appear (see Special
Techniques section). Continue working in patt until the Right Front matches Back to
Place sts on a holder. shoulder shaping, ending with a WS row.
SHAPE LEFT NECK SHAPE RIGHT SHOULDER

Place centre 23 (27: 29: 29: 31: 31) sts on a second holder. Reattach Row 1 (RS): Patt 14 (16: 18: 20: 22: 26) sts, w&t.
yarn at neck edge. Row 2 (WS): P to end.
Row 1 (RS): Work in patt to end. [23 (25: 27: 31: 33: 37) sts] Row 3: Patt 7 (8: 9: 10: 11: 13) sts, w&t.
Row 2 (WS): P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1. [1 st dec’d] Row 4: P to end.
Row 3: K1, SSK, work in patt to end. 1 st dec’d. Row 5: Work in patt to end, including wraps as they appear.
[21 (23: 25: 29: 31: 35) sts] Place sts on hold.
Row 4: P to end.
MAKING UP
SHAPE LEFT SHOULDER Join shoulders using the three-needle cast-off with RS together.
Row 1 (RS): Patt 14 (16: 18: 20: 22: 26), w&t. Seam side seams from hem to markers. Remove markers.
Row 2 (WS): P to end.
Row 3: Patt 7 (8: 9: 10: 11: 13), w&t. SLEEVES
Row 4: P to end. Using 3.5mm needles and yarn B, starting at the removable markers,

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pick up and knit 58 (60: 64: 66: 68: 70) sts to shoulder, pick up and Round 1: P to end.
knit 58 (60: 64: 66: 68: 70) sts to underarm. Join to work in the round. Round 2: K to end.
[116 (120: 128: 132: 136: 140) sts] Rep last 2 rows once more.
Cast off purlwise.
Working in st st, work until Sleeve meas 20 (20: 21½: 21½: 23: 23)
cm. FINISHING
Weave in all loose ends. Block sweater to measurements, following
Next row: P to end. any yarn care instructions on the ball band.
Next row: K to end.
Cast off purlwise.
NECKLINE
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn B, starting at the left shoulder, pick
up and knit 12 (13: 14: 16: 18: 20) to front neck, K19 (23: 25: 25: 27: 27)
from front neck, pick up and knit 12 (13: 14: 16: 18: 20) to right
shoulder, pick up and knit 5 sts to back neck, K23 (27: 29: 29: 31: 31)
from back neck, pick up and knit 5 to left shoulders.
Join to work in the round.
[76 (86: 92: 96: 104: 108) sts]
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Top tips for
Ste e k
Steeking is commonly used in Fair Isle knitting - achieve neat
results without fear by following Mary Henderson’s advice
The term ‘steek’ refers to a set of techniques FUNDAMENTALS

used in preparation of cutting a knitted A garment is knitted in the round to the
ABOUT OUR EXPERT fabric. These techniques can involve knitting, shoulders, with extra columns of stitches
Knitwear designer sewing, knotting or crochet to reinforce the (steeks) added at the front (for cardigans/
Mary Henderson is edge to be cut. Steeking is typically used jackets), at the neck, and at the armholes.
passionate about Scottish knitting in Fair Isle knitting, when the fabric has
patterns, and has created many been worked in the round. Steeks are used
For cardigans, a steek can be introduced
intricate Fair Isle garments and to create openings in the tube of fabric,
either after the lower ribbed hem, or right
accessories for The Knitter and such as for armholes, necklines, or the front
from the start. The number of stitches in
Simply Knitting magazines. openings of cardigans and jackets.
the pattern instructions will include the
extra steek stitches, with stitch markers
denoting the boundaries of the steek
(for example, there might be 252 sts for
Steeks are used to add the body plus 9 sts for the steek).
neck and armhole openings to
knitting worked in the round
There will be a chart for the garment and
another chart for the steek, which will look
like ‘tramlines’ in the colours used in the
rounds of the garment (1).
Once the cardigan steeks are set up,

you’ll knit in the round to the armholes,
where stitches for the armhole opening
are either cast off or placed on a holder
and armhole steek stitches are cast on.
In my patterns, the decreases for both
armholes are worked on the same round,
which gives consistency, and are worked
two stitches in from the steek marker.
The number of stitches within the steek
remains constant throughout, so it is
useful to have stitch markers on either
side of each steek.
You’ll continue knitting in the round until

the shaping for the neck opening, before
placing neck stitch(es) on a holder and
casting on the neck steek stitches, which
will be the same number as for the
armhole. Both side shapings of the
neckline are worked on the same round,
again for consistency and two stitches in
from the steek marker.
Once finished, these stitches will create a

neck facing and will enable a neck rib/trim

STEEKING 101
to be added, but remember when folding - Steeks create a facing which provides the edge to ruffle and look untidy.
and stitching it in that you’ll need to leave a neat finish to hide all those yarn ends.
room to get your head in! Bear in mind though that steek facings Using a 2mm crochet hook and yarn in
can create bulk around necks and a contrasting colour, work double crochet
The benefit of knitting in the round for armholes. (US single crochet) each side of the
multi-coloured stranded garments means centre steek stitch, leaving a ladder
that the right side is always facing the - Always read through the pattern between the two columns of crochet (2).
knitter, which makes following a chart instructions to gain an understanding of Cut up the ladder between these columns,
easier. It helps to achieve an even tension, the processes involved. Make sure you taking care not to cut the crochet. Fear
which doesn’t always happen when have the correct materials (yarn, needles, not: it won’t unravel! To add button bands
knitting and purling in rows. In addition, stitch markers, sharp scissors and or an edging, continue as follows: With
it avoids the difference in tension that can anything else mentioned in the pattern). 2.5mm DPN and the colour of your choice,
occur if the body is worked in the round pick up and knit approximately three
and the upper front and back are worked REINFORCING THE STEEK stitchs for every two rows along the
separately in rows. There are several ways to reinforce and column of sts between the last steek st
finish steeks. This Masterclass will use and the first st of the pattern repeat. Work
Cutting the piece of knitting you have a pattern for a small mug hug (overleaf) edging in desired pattern. Cast off with a
spent hours working on is understandably to demonstrate the crochet method. 3mm needle to create a flexible edge (3).
daunting! However, careful consideration Alternative steek techniques are also
and the proper preparation will ensure a given, though, so have a read through and Sewn method
successful outcome. For best results decide which ones you would like to try. Both hand and machine sewing are
consider the following: suitable for steeking. When the piece is
Note that the needle and crochet hook complete, sew a zigzag line or two straight
- Use wool, preferably 100% wool. Other sizes given in this section refer to the lines either side of the centre steek stitch
fibres may not have the ‘sticky’ quality of Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper Weight before cutting. Sew a decorative tape
wool, and may unravel if cut, even after yarn used for the mug hug pattern. along the edges to protect the cut edges.
reinforcing. Shetland wool and other
100% wool 4ply yarns are the ideal Crochet method Wrapped loop/wound method
options. Always use a smaller crochet hook than This technique is described in Sarah Don’s
Silk, acrylic and cotton yarns will unravel, your project’s knitting needle, to give a 1979 book, ‘Fair Isle Knitting’. In place of
so are not a wise choice for cutting. neat edge. Using larger hook will cause the steek stitches, wrap the yarn around
1 2
3 4
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the right-hand needle 8-10 times, then an extra stitch at the beginning and end of FINAL THOUGHTS
work the round. each round (6). I then cut up between Before starting your project, ask yourself
these stitches, taking care to knot colour whether steeking is appropriate for your
On the next round, drop the wrapped change ends. Heavier and non-Shetland chosen pattern. Will it make the process of
stitches and wrap the same number of blends of yarn would tend to unravel, but knitting the garment easier, and improve
stitches, alternating the contrast and not the trusty Jamieson & Smith Jumper the garment’s finishing?
main colours and resuming on the other Weight!
side of the opening. The edges can be A finishing option for this method is to bind If you wish to use a steek, there are merits
loose, but cutting and tying the ends as the raw edges by turning the edges to the and drawbacks to the five methods we
you go does help to stabilise the knitting inside and sewing a ribbon over them. have discussed here. In my opinion, knitted
and neaten the finish (4). steeks (either reinforced with crochet or
Our mug hug sample is knitted using this the sewn method) provide continuity and
This method creates a wide ladder of method, using a extra stitch each side in consistency in knitting; the crochet edge
stitches, which means it can be wasteful place of the seven steek stitches. It has gives a durable finish, and is reasonably
of yarn. (An alternative to this technique been finished by folding over the raw edges quick to do.
is to always knit with the right side facing which are hand-stitched in place (7).
and cutting the working yarn at the end Button bands have been added at the end. For those who have a sewing machine,
of each round. This helps to avoid loose sewing vertical lines and finishing with
stitches between DPNs when knitting in Post knitting steek zigzagged edges is a faster method. For
the round.) A plain wool jumper can be converted those who prefer hand sewing, cutting up
into a cardigan using this ‘afterthought’ the central stitch, folding over and hand
When the piece has reached the desired method. Pick the centre line down the front sewing the edge with a ribbon finish gives
length, cut and tie the loops dividing the of the jumper, and crochet two parallel a lovely finish.
right and left fronts and sew in the ends. lines either side of it. Cut up the middle,
Sewing ribbon on the inside to cover the fold over three stitches either side to the The wound method can seem untidy and a
cut fabric and tuck in cut ends really WS and pick up and knit along the edge for bit wasteful of yarn, but it may suit your
gives the garment a neat finish (5). the buttonband, marking out the location knitting style better. Why not try the
of the buttons. Repeat on other side for the different methods with our mug hug?
buttonhole band.
‘Just cut it’ steek
The Fair Isle samples I create for my
designs are knitted in the round with
5 6
FURTHER READING
7 – Alice Starmore’s Book of Fair
Isle Knitting (Dover Publica-
tions, 2009). This book has
excellent instructions and
illustrations, and really sets the
steek in the context
of a Fair Isle garment (sweater,
cardigan, waistcoat).
– Principles of Knitting by
June Hemmons Hiatt
(Touchstone, 2012)
– Kate Davies has lots of really

useful tutorials with illustra-
tions on her website at www.
katedaviesdesigns.com/tutorial

STEEKING 101
Tea
time
Mary Henderson’s mug hug is
knitted as a tube with a steek, then
cut open and buttonbands added.
FAIR ISLE 4PLY 2.5MM

2.5MM
■ C Shade 75; 1 x 25g ball
YOU WILL NEED ■ D Shade FC41; 1 x 25g ball
■ 1 set 3mm (US 2-3) double- ■ Amount used per Mug Hug is
pointed needles (DPNs) 3-5g of each colour. Total weight of CHART KEY
■ 1 set 2.5mm (US 1-2) double- sample is 9g. 24
Yarn A Yarn C
24
23
23
pointed needles (DPNs) 22 22
21 Yarn B Yarn D 21
■ 2mm (US B/1) crochet hook TENSION 20
19
20
19
18 18
■ Stitch markers 28 sts and 36 rounds to 10cm over 17 17
■ Sharp embroidery scissors Fair Isle pattern in the round, on 16
15
HOW TO USE 16
15
3mm needles 14
13 OUR CHARTS 14
13
YARN 12
11 Start at the bottom right-hand 12
11
■ Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper ABBREVIATIONS 10
9 corner. Read right side rows 10
9
8 8
Weight (4ply weight; 100% For a full list see page 131 7 from right to left and wrong 7
6 6
Shetland wool; 114m/125yds per 5 side rows from left to right. A 5
25g ball) MEASUREMENTS 4
3 row of squares represents a
4
3
2 2
■ A Shade 91; 1 x 25g ball 24cm (9½in) circumference, 1 row of knitting. 1
■ B Shade 9144; 1 x 25g ball 7cm (2¾in) depth 10 5 5
MUG HUG Cut up the ladder between the two rows of crochet, taking care not to
Cast on 67 sts (60 sts + 7 steek sts) using 3mm DPNs and yarn D. cut the crochet stitches.
Divide sts over 3 needles as follows: SIDE BANDS

Needle 1: 7 steek sts, pm, 12 pattern sts, Needle 2: 24 pattern sts, **Using 2.5mm DPNs and the colour of your choice, pick up and knit
Needle 3: 24 pattern sts. 24 sts along the column of sts between the last steek st and the first st
Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. of the pattern repeat.**
Knit 2 rows.
Begin working the charts; each round begins from the right-hand side Eyelet row: P1, *P2tog, yo; rep from * to last st, P1.
of the chart. The steek chart will be worked once and the Mug Hug Knit 2 rows.
chart worked 5 times to the end of the round.
Cast off with a 3mm needle to create a flexible edge.
Remember to keep the steek sts in tramlines throughout, lining up the
light and dark sts to create a straight cutting line. Repeat from ** to ** for the other side.
Work to Round 24 of Charts. Knit 5 rows.
Cast off all sts knitwise. Cast off.
ENFORCING AND CUTTING THE STEEK FINISHING

Using a 2mm crochet hook and contrasting colour, work double Place the mug hug with wrong side facing up, cover with a clean
crochet (US single crochet) each side of centre steek st, leaving a tea towel, and iron with a steam iron. Sew on a button to suit the
ladder between the 2 rounds of crochet. handle of your mug.
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LONG CARDI
Thorri
You’ll feel cosy and comfortable
in this long colourwork cardigan

LONG CARDI
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LONG CARDI
TENSION
18 sts and 20 rnds to 10cm over
FAIR ISLE DK 3.75MM stranded st st on 4.5mm needles
ST ST 45MM
YARN STOCKISTS
YOU WILL NEED Lopi Available in the UK
73 (76: 77: 78: 79) cm

■ 3.75mm (US 5) circular from Wool Warehouse 46 (49: 52½: 56: 59) cm
needles, 80cm long 01926 882818
■ 4.5mm (US 7) circular www.woolwarehouse.co.uk 49
(5
1: 5
needles, 80cm long Distributed in Europe by 1: 5
■ 3.75mm US 5) double- De Bondt B.V. 1: 5
1) c
pointed needles (DPNs) (or www.debondtbv.com m
shorter circular needles for
your preferred method of ABBREVIATIONS
working small circumferences For a full list see
in the round). If using the Magic page 131
Loop method, the entire
garment can be worked using
■ 80cm circular needles
■ 3mm (US C/2-D/3)
crochet hook KEY
■ 3 stitch markers, one to be HOW TO USE OUR
contrast to mark centre of CHARTS Yarn A Work in Yarn F on first repeat,
steek/beginning of round Start at the bottom right-hand Yarn E on second repeat
Yarn B
■ Stitch holders corner. Read right side rows from Work in yarn C on first repeat,
Yarn C yarn F on second repeat
■ 3 stitch markers, one to be right to left and wrong side rows
contrast to mark centre of from left to right. A row of Yarn D Popcorn st in given colour
steek/beginning of round squares represents a row of Yarn E K2tog in given colour
■ Stitch holders knitting.
Yarn F
Yarn G
CHART A CHART B SIZE XL & XXL

46 46
45
44
CHART B SIZE L 45
44
43
42
CHART B SIZE S & M 42
43
42
41 41 41
40 40 40 40
39 39 39 39
38 38 38 38
37 37 37 37
36 36 36 36
35 35 35 35
34 34 34 34
33 33 33 33
32 32 32 32
31 31 31 31
30 30 30 30
29 29 29 29
28 28 28 28
27 27 27 27
26 26 26 26
25 25 25 25
24 24 24 24
23 23 23 23
22 22 22 22
21 21 21 21
20 20 20 20
19 19 19 19
18 18 18 18
17 17 17 17
16 16 16 16
15 15 15 15
14 14 14 14
13 13 13 13
12 12 12 12
11 11 11 11
10 10 10 10
9 9 9 9
8 8 8 8
7 7 7 7
6 6 6 6
5 5 5 5
4 4 4 4
3 3 3 3
2 2 2 2
1 1 11 1
10 5 10 5 10 5 10 5

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FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE S M L XL XXL
TO FIT cm 86 91 97 102 107

BUST in 34 36 38 40 42
ACTUAL cm 92 98 105 112 118

BUST in 36 383/4 411/4 44 461/2
cm 73 76 77 78 79
LENGTH
in 283/4 30 301/4 303/4 31
SLEEVE cm 49 51 51 51 51
LENGTH in 191/4 20 20 20 20
Lopi Léttlopi (Heavy DK/worsted weight; 100% wool; 100m/109yds per 50g
YARN
ball)
A Black Heather (0005) 7 9 10 10 11
B Apricot (1704) 2 2 3 3 4
C Spring Green Heather (1406) 2 2 3 3 4
D Light Red Heather (1408) 2 2 3 3 4
E Heaven Blue (1402) 2 2 3 3 4
F Lagoon Heather (9423) 2 2 3 3 4
G White (0051) 2 2 3 3 4
The bright, spring-like colours used on Dario Tubiana’s cardigan of the round (before central steek marker), slip the central steek
really glow against the warm brown of the background fabric. His marker and add the new yarn, knitting it in the first stitch of the round
design includes the use of popcorn stitch to add textural interest. so that all the floats remain at the end of the round and not at the
The body and sleeves are worked separately in the round with edge of the steek section. If you change colours using this method,
a steek and then joined for the yoke, which is decreased to the when you cut open your steek you will have no ends to weave in.
neck; the steek is then cut open and reinforced before adding the
front bands. It’s knitted in a pure Icelandic wool. These 9 steek sts are extra sts and will not be included in the stitch
count throughout the pattern.
STITCH PATTERN
POPCORN STITCH CHART NOTE
Throughout the pattern, popcorn stitch is worked in yarn D or F, with Work all chart rounds reading from right to left.
yarn A as the background colour.
Work a popcorn stitch as folls: K1, P1, K1 in the same stitch, turn BODY
work. Purl the 3 new yarn D/F sts, turn work. Purl these 3 sts again, Cast on 156 (168: 180: 192: 204) sts using 3.75mm circular needles
bring yarn to the back of the work and slip the 3 sts back to the left and yarn A, pm, cast on 5 sts, place contrast marker for beg of rnd,
needle. K3tog in yarn D/F. cast on 4 sts, pm.
Join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts.
PATTERN NOTE You have a total of 165 (177: 189: 201: 213) sts on your needles,
This garment is worked entirely in the round. Take care to hold yarns 156 (168: 180: 192: 204) sts to be worked in pattern and 9 sts for the
consistently so that colour dominance remains the same steek.
throughout. Usually the yarn colour held at the bottom when not Next rnd: Work 4 steek sts, slm, K3, *P2, K2; rep from * to last st, K1,
being worked will appear the most dominant. slm, work 5 steek sts, slip contrast marker.
This rnd sets 2x2 rib.
STEEKING NOTE Work 9 more rnds in 2x2 rib.
The cardigan is worked in the round, with a 9-stitch steek. There are
4 steek stitches after the beginning of the round, and 5 before the Change to 4.5mm needles.
end of the round, and these are always worked in stocking stitch Work rnds 1-46 of Chart A, repeating pattern 13 (14: 15: 16: 17) times
(knit every round). You will place three markers, one at the centre per rnd, and working steek in st st throughout.
of the steek for the beginning of the round, and one at each edge of
the steek. Rep rnds 1-42 (46: 46: 46: 46) of Chart A again.
Body should measure 49 (51: 51: 51: 51) cm from cast-on edge.
When working with more than one colour in a round, work across the Leave sts on a holder or waste yarn while you work the sleeves.
steek alternating the two colours in order to create a checkerboard
motif. On rounds when only one colour is used, continue with that SLEEVES (BOTH ALIKE)
colour. Cast on 36 (36: 48: 48: 48) sts using 3.75mm DPNs (or circulars if
using for Magic Loop method) and yarn A.
When the chart calls for a colour change, drop the strand at the end Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts.
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holder for underarm. [43 (49: 61: 62: 67) sleeve sts rem]
YOKE
You will now join the body and sleeves together to work the yoke,
continuing across next rnd of pattern, which will be rnd 1 of Chart B.
Work across first 4 steek sts, slm, patt across 33 (36: 39: 43: 45) sts of
Right Front, place next 7 (7: 7: 8: 7) Body sts on hold, patt across 43 (49:
61: 62: 67) Right Sleeve sts, patt across 76 (82: 88: 90: 100) sts of Back,
place next 7 (7: 7: 8: 7) Body sts on hold, patt across 43 (49: 61: 62: 67)
Left Sleeve sts, patt across 33 (36: 39: 43: 45) sts of Left Front, slm, work
across last 5 steek sts, slip contrast marker.
[228 (252: 288: 300: 324) sts for yoke, 9 sts for steek]
Work rnds 2-38 (40: 42: 44: 46) of Chart B for your size, repeating
pattern 19 (21: 24: 25: 27) times per rnd and working in st st throughout,
and decreasing as indicated for your size on chart.
[76 (84: 96: 100: 108) sts, 9 sts for steek]
Size S only
Work 1 more rnd in yarn A only.
Sizes M, L, XL and XXL only

Work 1 more rnd in A only, dec - (4: 12: 16: 12) sts evenly across rnd as foll:
Dec rnd: *K - (19: 6: 4: 7), K2tog) -(4: 12: 16: 12) times, K -(0: 0: 4: 0).
-(80: 84: 84: 96) sts, 9 sts for steek]
All sizes
[76 (80: 84: 84: 96) sts, 9 sts for steek]

Next rnd: Cast off 4 steek sts, replace mrk, K3 (1 of these will be the last
st rem from cast-off steek sts), *P2, K2; rep from * to last st, K1, replace
mrk, cast off 5 steek sts.
Work 9 more rows in 2 x 2 rib, working back and forth in rows.
Cast off in rib.
FINISHING
Using yarn A, graft underarm and body sts together, or work as a
Next rnd: *K2, P2; rep from * to end, slm. three-needle cast-off with RS together if preferred.
[This rnd sets 2x2 rib.
Work 9 more rnds in 2x2 rib. Using a 3mm crochet hook and yarn A, work a crochet chain vertically up
each edge of the steek, working the chain into half the edge st and half the
Change to 4.5mm needles. steek st at each edge. Using sharp scissors, cut through the centre of the
Work Rnd 1 of Chart A, straight to establish pattern placement, steek from bottom to top. The fabric will automatically fold to the inside.
repeating pattern across rnd 3 (3: 4: 4: 4) times. Catch the edges down to the inside of the garment.
Cont as set, working rnds 2-46 of Chart A and then rnds 1-42 (46: 46: FRONT BANDS
46: 46) of Chart A again AND AT THE SAME TIME inc as foll: Using 3.75mm needles and yarn A, and with RS facing, pick up and knit
Inc rnd: K1, M1L, patt to 1 st before mrk, M1R, K1. 2 sts inc’d. 132 (136: 140: 140: 144) sts down left front edge, from top of neck edging
Increase as set on 6 (4: 3: 1: 4) foll 12th (10th: 10th: 10th: 8th) rnds to bottom corner of front opening.
and 0 (5: 6: 9: 8) foll - (8th: 8th: 8th: 6th) rnds. Next row (WS): P3, *K2, P2; rep from * to last st, P1.
[50 (56: 68: 70: 74) sts] Next row: K3, *P2, K2; rep from * to last st, K1.
These 2 rows set rib.
When all increases have been made, cont straight in st st until you Cont as set for 8 more rows, ending after a RS row.
have completed rnd 42 (46: 46: 46: 46) of second rep of Chart A.
Sleeve should meas 49 (51: 51: 51: 51) from cast-on edge. Cast off in rib.
RIGHT SLEEVE ONLY Repeat for second band, picking up sts up right front edge, from bottom
Place first 4 (4: 4: 3: 4) sts and last 3 (3: 3: 5: 3) sts of rnd on a corner of front opening to top of neck edging.
holder for underarm. [43 (49: 61: 62: 67) sleeve sts rem]
Weave in ends.
LEFT SLEEVE ONLY Block gently to measurements, following any yarn care instructions on
Place first 3 (3: 3: 5: 3) sts and last 4 (4: 4: 3: 4) sts of rnd on a the ball band.

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HOW TO KNIT
If you’re new to knitting, or just need a little refresher, our knitting

guide is here to make sure you get it right first time, every time
cable CAST-ON method Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches to your work
1 2 3
Make a slip knot. Insert right‑hand needle Push the point of the right‑hand needle Pull the loop out with the right‑hand needle,
into the stitch as if to knit. Wrap the between the first and second stitches. Wrap then slip it over the tip of the left‑hand
yarn around the point and pull through, the yarn anti‑clockwise around the point of needle. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have
slipping the stitch on to the left‑hand needle. the right‑hand needle. the number of stitches you require.
thumb CAST-ON method A great all rounder, use it to cast on stitches quickly and easily
1 2 3 4
Make a slip knot and place it Hold the tail in your left hand Push the needle tip along the Draw the yarn through the
on a needle, leaving a long tail. with your thumb sticking up. outside of your thumb so it thumb loop and then between
The tail length depends on the Make a circle anti‑clockwise with passes through the loop. Wrap the arms of the cross. Slip your
number of stitches you wish to your thumb. You should end up the working yarn as if to knit. thumb out and pull to tighten the
cast on. Try a length about 3 with a cross on the front of stitch. Repeat from Step 2.
times the width of the project. your thumb.
Knit Follow our simple steps to make the most important stitch you’ll learn
1 2 3 4
Hold the needle with the stitches Now wind the yarn anti‑ Bring the right‑hand needle Push the point of the right
on it in your left hand. Keeping clockwise around the point of down through the loop, making needle further through the
the yarn in your right hand and the right‑hand needle using your sure that you catch the yarn you stitch you created, then gently
at the back of your work, insert index finger. It’s important to wound around the needle. This pull the right needle up and to
the point of the right‑hand keep the yarn in your right hand creates the stitch. Don’t pull the your left, taking the original loop
needle up into the front loop of relatively taut to maintain an free yarn too tightly, let out with it. You’ve now created one
the first stitch, as shown. even tension as you go. some slack. knit stitch. Repeat Steps 1 to 4
across the row.

HOW TO KNIT
Purl To make purl stitches, just reverse the action of plain knit stitches
1 2 3 4
Holding the needle with all the Wind the yarn around the tip Now slip the right‑hand needle Pushing the point of the right‑
stitches on in your left hand, and of the right‑hand needle from back through the stitch, ensuring hand needle a little further
ensuring that the yarn is at the right to left, in an anti‑clockwise that you catch the yarn that through the stitch, pull the
front of your work, insert the motion, constantly keeping a you’ve already wound around the original loop up and off the left‑
right‑hand needle up through slight tension on the yarn. needle. This creates a stitch on hand needle. That’s your first
the front loop of your first stitch your right‑hand needle. purl stitch! Repeat Steps 1 to 4
as shown. across the row.
K2TOG Knit two stitches together to give a right‑leaning decrease
1 2 3 4
Insert the point of the right‑hand Wind the yarn around the tip of Drop the two stitches from Knitting two stitches together
needle through the loops of the the right‑hand needle and pull the the left‑hand needle and keep decreases your stitch count by
next two stitches as if to knit. yarn through the two stitches, the new stitch on the right‑ one, and the decrease stitch
knitting them both together. hand needle. leans to the right. This is how
a series looks.
kfb Increase 1 stitch by knitting into the front and back of an existing stitch
1 2 3 4
Insert the tip of the right‑hand Then take the right‑hand needle Wrap the yarn around the Take the stitch off the left‑hand
needle into the front of the stitch behind the left and insert the tip tip of the right‑hand needle to needle. You will have increased
and knit as normal, but don’t of the needle down through the knit the stitch. Bring the one stitch by knitting twice into
drop it from the left‑hand needle. back of the stitch on the needle through to make the the original stitch, first at the
left‑hand needle. stitch, keeping it on the right‑ front, then at the back.
hand needle.
Cast off Finish off your knitting with this straightforward cast‑off technique
1 2 3 4
Start by knitting the first Insert the left‑hand needle Knit another stitch so you have When you get to the last stitch,
two stitches of the row as through the first stitch, as two on the right needle. Lift the cut the yarn about 15cm (6in)
normal, but don’t go any further shown. Lift this stitch over first stitch over the second, then away, feed it through the loop
along as you usually would. the other stitch on the right‑hand repeat Steps 1 to 3. and pull through firmly to
needle and over the needle point. fasten off.
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MORE STITCHES TO MASTER

You may see these great finishing touches in our patterns!
kitchener stitch The best way to graft your sock toes together
1 2 3 4
Arrange your stitches so that Using your needle, thread the Thread the tail purlwise through Thread the tail knitwise through
the ones for the top of the foot tail purlwise through the first the new first stitch on the needle the new first stitch on the
are on one needle, and those stitch on the front needle, closest to you. Thread the tail needle furthest away from you.
for the bottom of the foot are and then knitwise through the purlwise through the first stitch Repeat from * to Step 4
on the other, with both needle first stitch on the back needle. on the needle furthest away until you’ve worked all your
tips pointing to the right. Cut *Thread tail knitwise through from you and drop that stitch off toe stitches.
a 40cm (15¾in) tail of yarn and the first stitch on the front the needle.
thread onto a tapestry needle. needle and drop off the needle.
duplicate stitch/Swiss darning Chain stitch Perfect for hanging loops

Swiss darning or duplicate stitch
is a great way to add small
3 4 2 details to your knitting, covering
the stitch with an embroidery
stitch the same shape as the
1 stitch beneath it. Work from
bottom to top, bringing the
needle out at the base of the 1 2
stitch at 1 . Take the needle
Make a loop on your crochet Pull hook and yarn back through
behind the top of the ‘V’, in at 2
hook. With the hook in your right the loop (1st chain). Repeat
and out at 3 . Take the needle
hand, hold the knot between Steps 1 and 2 until you’ve formed
down at 1 and bring it up at 4 ,
thumb and finger of the left a chain of the required length.
at the base of the stitch above.
hand. Move the hook under and Insert the thread end through the
Continue in this way up the line
over the yarn. last loop and pull tight to secure.
of knitted stitches.
GET PROFESSIONAL RESULTS! “Don’t rush

Use our easy-to-follow hints and tips for the perfect finish the sewing!”
MATTRESS STITCH BACKSTITCH
Place your knitted pieces RS up side by side. Thread your yarn on Pin your two pieces together and secure your sewing yarn tail a
to a needle, anchor the end and weave along an edge to your start stitch length to the right of where you are starting. Now working
point. Working from back to front, push your needle up between from right to left, bring the needle up a couple of stitches away at
the first and second stitches of the left piece’s edge, then insert 1 . Take the needle down at 2 and up again at 3 and down at 4 .
the needle down between the first two stitches of the right piece’s Repeat this motion, keeping the stitches regular and ensuring you
edge (on the equivalent row). Moving upwards, bring the needle put the needle through the middle of each knitted stitch to avoid
back up on the right piece, scooping up the bar that lies at the splitting the fabric.
back of the stitch. Return to the opposite piece and repeat.
3 1 2

HOW TO KNIT
ABBREVIATIONS AND USEFUL INFO
10
Needle sizes
25
alt alternate mrk marker ssp slip 2 stitches one at a time, purl 2
approx approximately P/p purl slipped stitches together through
UK METRIC US
beg beginning patt(s) pattern(s) back loops (1 stitch decreased)
b&t (break and tighten) break off the PB place bead st(s) stitch(es) 14 2mm 0
24
yarn and thread the end through pfb purl into front and back of stitch st st stocking stitch 13 2.25mm 1
the st(s) left on the needle. Pull PM place marker tbl through the back of the loop
the end of the yarn to tighten the P2tog purl 2 stitches together (1 stitch T2B slip next stitch to cn and – 2.5mm –
23
12 2.75mm 2
9
st(s) together decreased) hold at back, K1; P1 from cn
C2B slip next stitch to cn and P3tog purl 3 stitches together (2 T2F slip next stitch to cn and
11 3mm –
hold at back, K1; stitches decreased) hold at front, P1; K1 from cn
10 3.25mm 3
22
K1 from cn prev previous
C2F slip next stitch to cn and psso pass slipped stitch(es) over tog together – 3.5mm 4
hold at front, K1; p(1)tbl purl (1) into back of the loop W3 (wrap 3 stitches) with
9 3.75mm 5
K1 from cn pwise (purlwise) by purling the stitch yarn held at back of work, slip
21
C4B slip next 2 stitches to cn and hold rem remain/remaining next 3 sts to cn and hold at front 8 4mm 6
at back, K2; K2 from cn rep(s) repeat(s) of work. Wrap yarn 3 times 7 4.5mm 7
8
C4F slip next 2 stitches to cn and hold rev st st reverse stocking stitch around these 3 sts, being careful
20
RH right hand not to pull it too tight and ending
6 5mm 8
at front, K2; K2 from cn
C6B slip next 3 stitches to cn and hold rib2tog either k2tog or p2tog up with yarn at back of work. Slip 5 5.5mm 9
at back, K3; K3 from cn depending on what next the 3 sts to right needle without 4 6mm 10
19
C6F slip next 3 stitches to cn and hold stitch in ribbing should be knitting them
at front, K3; K3 from cn (keeps ribbing looking WS wrong side 3 6.5mm 10½
cb cable back neat on buttonholes) w&t (wrap and turn) slip next st 2 7mm –
CC contrast colour rnd(s) round(s) (on a circular needle/ from LH to RH needle, take yarn
18
1 7.5mm –
7
cf cable forward DPNs) between needles to other side of
cn cable needle RS right side work, slip st back to LH needle, 0 8mm 11
co cast on RT right twist take yarn between needles to its 00 9mm 13
17
cont continue s2kpo slip 2 stitches, K1, pass both starting point, then turn. 000 10mm 15
dec decrease(ing) (by working two slipped stitches over (2 stitches On next row, knit or purl the
stitches together) decreased) wrapped stitch together with the – 12mm 17
16
est established skpo slip 1 stitch, knit 1 stitch, pass strand wrapping around it – 15mm 19
DK double knitting slipped stitch over (1 stitch wyib with yarn in back
– 20mm 36
DPNs double-pointed needles decreased) wyif with yarn in front
6
foll/s following/follows sk2po slip 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches ybk yarn to the back – 25mm 50
15
g st garter stitch (knit every row) together, pass slipped stitch over yfwd yarn forward
inc increase (usually knit into same (2 stitches decreased) yo yarn over
stitch twice) sl slip yrn yarn round needle Hook sizes
14
K/k knit slm slip marker yon yarn over needle
kfb knit into front and back of stitch sl st slip stitch * work instructions immediately
UK METRIC US
kwise knitwise; by knitting the stitch SM stitch marker following *, then repeat as
13
k2tog knit the next two stitches ssk slip 2 stitches one at a time, knit 2 directed 14 2mm B/1
5
together slipped stitches together 13 2.25mm –
k(1)tbl knit (1) into back loop (1 stitch decreased)
LH left hand sssk slip 3 stitches one at a time, knit 3 12 2.5mm C/2
12
LT left twist slipped stitches together (two 11 3mm –
meas measure(s) stitches decreased)
10 3.25mm D/3
M1 make one stitch by knitting into
11
back of loop between two stitches 9 3.5mm E/4
(increase 1 stitch) 8 4mm G/6
M1L (left leaning increase) with left
4
7 4.5mm 7
10
needle tip, lift strand between
needles from front to back. Knit
Yarn weight UK/US conversion 6 5mm H/8
lifted loop through back of loop 5 5.5mm I/9
M1R (right leaning increase) with left
4ply Sport/fingering
9
needle tip, lift strand between
4 6mm J/10
needles from back to front. Knit Double knitting Light worsted 3 6.5mm K/10½
lifted loop through front of loop 2 7mm –
M1P make one purlwise by purling into Aran Worsted 8
0 8mm –
3
back of loop between two stitches

(increase 1 stitch) Chunky Bulky 00 9mm –
7
MB make a bobble 000 10mm –

MC main colour Super chunky Super bulky
Aran Knit on 4mm to 5.5mm needles. Originally created for

Yarn weights
6
fishermen’s jumpers. Use when DK isn’t heavy enough, and chunky

Choose the right yarns to knit with is too bulky. Perfect for outdoor or warm clothing.
2
5
1, 2 and 3ply Knit on 2mm to 3.5mm needles. Use for delicate lace Chunky Knit on 5.5mm to 7mm needles. Associated with outdoor
knitting and baby garments. Good for socks and gloves. wear and winter jumpers, great for oversized garments.
4
4ply Knit on 3mm to 4mm needles. Super chunky Knit on 7mm to 12mm needles. A great weight for
3
Great for baby clothes, heavier socks and lightweight tops. beginners, as it produces quick results. Good for furnishings.
1
2
Double knitting (DK) Knit on 3.5mm to 4.5mm needles. Usually Big Knit on 9mm to 20mm needles. Perfect for eye-catching
double the weight of 4ply, this is the most widely used weight. scarves and coats, as well as cosy cushions and throws.
1
Suitable for most garments and quick to knit up.

Inch
cm
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From the creators of &

83 Child’s Fair Isle tank top MASTERCLASSES

Boost your skills with…

FIND YOUR SIZE CHART A

YARN STOCKISTS CHART C

Work rounds 1-14 of Chart A.

Work rounds 16-28 of Chart A.

Using yarn F, knit 0 (0: 1: 2: 3) rounds.

Work Rounds 1-17 of Chart B.

Using yarn F, knit 0 (0: 1: 2: 3) rounds.

Inc Round 4: Using yarn F, *K4, M1; rep to end of Round.

YOU WILL NEED FINISHED SIZE

Maintaining the patt, now work the following stripe sequence.

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FIND YOUR SIZE

SLEEVE cm 17 19 21 231/2 26 281/2 33

Work a further 5 (5: 5: 7: 7: 7: 7) rows in rib as set. LEFT FRONT

CHART FRONTS CHART BACK

Next round Knit.

Continue to work in stocking stitch (knit all rounds) until mitten

everything you need to know.

STEP-BY-STEP THREE-NEEDLE CAST-OFF

CLOSING THE TOP

CASTING ON STITCH PATTERNS

71 (71: 71: 74: 74: 76: 76: 78: 78: 80)cm

47 (47: 48: 48: 49: 49: 49: 49: 50: 50)cm

YOU WILL NEED ABBREVIATIONS

SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLES

FIND YOUR SIZE

YARN Rowan Norwegian Wool (100% wool, 50g/125m)

SHAPE FRONT NECK SHAPE TOP

Change to 3¾mm needles. MAKING UP

Colourblocking is the way to go when you want to create quick but

CHART 1 Mustard 768

Green Heather 934

CHART 2 Mustard 768

Green Heather 934

CHART 3 Mustard 768

Green Heather 934

YOU WILL NEED

This wrap by Mary Henderson can be styled as a poncho with WRAP

YOU WILL NEED ABBREVIATIONS

FIND YOUR SIZE

YARN Cascade 220 Superwash Aran (137m/100g hanks)

HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS

One top, four looks

50½ (56: 64) cm

36½ (40: 46) cm

cream off the shoulder grey draped cowl

cream draped cowl grey off the shoulder

This flattering tube-style knit, designed by Kirstie McLeod, has all

Round 1 (K1, P1) to end of round.

Continue working the garment in stocking stitch.

Work 10 rounds without shaping.

Continue straight until the knitting measures 35cm from the

Change to 5mm circular needle and Yarn B.

Continue in working in the round and in stocking stitch until the

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