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Learn how to knit a byzantine stitch that reminds me of a fishtail or a diamond. Easy-to-knit, beautiful pattern and video tutorial.

Bored of the knits yet? I'm not. In fact these posts have made me realise I haven't got nearly enough! And these aren't even all of them, but the others are either duller colours, or cardigans (which are tricky to hang on a line). I've been longing for some colder weather, and at last I can start wearing my woolens again. I'll start with 'Embroidered With Tiny Flowers', from, you guessed it - A Stitch In Time. I knitted this before the new edition was even photographed. In fact, I finished it just before the first shoot in February 2008, and took it with me. It was a hit with Susan Crawford, and it ended up in the book. I knit it in the first (and only) size from the original pattern. Unfortunately, you can't always rely on vintage patterns being free of errors, which is one of the reasons I now prefer to knit patterns from updated versions of vintage knitwear. To put in excess of 40 hours into a jumper, then for it to turn out the wrong size is a little infuriating. That's not to say you can't ever work from an original pattern, and even size it up or down, you just need to know what you're doing. I still have a recent example of this on the needles (When Jumpers Go Bad, from June 8th). The tiny flowers were the first embroidery I had attempted, and they were sweet and fun to do at first. However, after a few hours I realised I wasn't even halfway through. Still, it got done, and I was thrilled with the result. I used Drops Alpaca which is super cheap, and made it for less than £20! Alpaca gets bloody hot though; I've worn it dancing, and I bake. Here is 'Such Flattering Puff Sleeves', in Jamieson & Smith 2 ply jumper yarn. This strong mustard shade for 'Such Flattering Puff Sleeves' is long discontinued by Rowan now (Scottish Tweed 4 ply - I was lucky to get it in the sale). One of the simplest knits you could ever undertake, which makes it a really satisfying beginner project. I would strongly suggest knitting shoulder pads in the same yarn, or all that knitting will be wasted without the puff. Also, unlike so many vintage patterns from the 1930s which require 3 ply wool, this calls for a 4 ply. A plethora of yarn choices! The beret in the middle is the pattern I mentioned being photographed in my last post. It's now almost ready to go, if I can stop stressing about any mistakes and the layout of the pattern. It's not like it's a new design - it's from 2006! It will probably take a bit longer. Grr. Onto the 'Eleanor Sweater' from 'The Corticelli Sweaters for Spring' booklet. It is one of Iva Rose's copies. I made this with some coned pale grey cashmere. The pink is angora, from Orkney Angora. I have to eat my words about not trusting original patterns, but then I had no choice, this was made pre-Stitch In Time. I had to hunt around for button moulds, but they really set off the jumper. Such a simple design but so pretty. I haven't worn it that much, as again the heat factor is off-putting. It is the first and last time I have knitted with cashmere. Give me breathable wool please. Cotton's good too...and silk... Next is my leafy green 'It Cannot Fail to Please'. I've talked about this in a previous post, so I won't go on about it. The pale green beret next to it is rather a good shade to tone with it, though. Knitted in an aran weight alpaca and silk mix, it has such a wonderful sheen and drape, even after years of wear. Let's look at the Copley's wartime jumper again. The pattern calls for 3 ply 'Excelsior' or 'Climax' wool. I'd certainly get excited if I could get my hands on that wool now! I knitted it in 'supersoft' lambswool from the Handweaver's Studio. It's not actually soft - it's quite scratchy, in fact, but I don't mind. It holds its shape better than softer yarns. The colour I used is no longer available, and I recently bought some to try out the tension for a skirt. It's not strictly a 4 ply, but nearer a 3 ply. I wouldn't recommend it without stringent tension swatching. You have been warned. It comes on cones - what is it about me and cones? I couldn't get enough of them back then. I took along my 1940s floral dress to the shop to match the colour so I could pair them up. (Sorry, but this is one of the only pics I have of me wearing it!) I knitted some shoulder pads for it, even though the original doesn't have them. I think it suits the short-sleeved version. The velvet ribbon finishes it off (along with some badges). To finish: 'The Rose Jumper', a very special knit for me, which features on the cover of A Stitch In Time. The silk and big sleeves make it quite heavy on the washing line, but it is a beauty. I'm a bit knitted-out now, so I need to rest before Saturday when I am going to a Joan Crawford dinner party - a virtual one! - to mark the launch of the Joan Crawford cookbook by Silver Screen Suppers. I'm particularly looking forward to making the Joan Crawford cocktail. And taking some funny pictures of the cooking and drinking while wearing my own Joan Crawford. I hope you liked my knitted washing line. I've enjoyed doing it, and writing about it. Theodora.

SKEINS: 12 skeins of Worsted Twist SIZE: 20 inches wide x 90 inches long COLORS: MC Heirloom White (5), CC1 Artemesia (3), CC2 Steel Blue (2), CC3 Timeless Navy (1), CC4 Dark Loam (1) NOTE: This project uses one or more yarns or colors which are no longer available. See post for substitutions.

Yarn kit for Storm Sweater for men in Önling No 18 + silk mohair (excl pattern) PetiteKnit has created the wonderful Storm sweater for men. The sweater is designed with a loose fit and a decorative texture pattern. Here we knit Storm sweater in Önling No 18 and silk mohair. These two types of yarn gives you a delightfully soft sweater, that goes perfectly with a pair of jeans.   This kit contains: Yarn for the selected size (pattern not included) PLEASE NOTE:- This kit does not include a pattern. You can buy the pattern at petiteknit.com- The model shown in the pictures on this page are designers own and NOT worked in Önling yarns. Choose color for your yarn kit above. Sizes: (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)Bust circumference: 104 (112) 112 (120) 128 (128) 136 (144) 152 cm [41 (44) 44 (47¼) 50½ (50½) 53½ (56¾) 59¾ inches]Length: 69 (70) 71 (72) 74 (75) 77 (78) 79 cm [27¼ (27½) 28 (28¼) 29¼ (29½) 30¼ (30¾) 31 inches] measured mid back excl. neck edge Size guide: Storm Sweater Man is designed to have approx. 10-15 cm [4-6 inches] of positive ease in the smaller sizes and then gradually less positive ease in the larger sizes. The sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL are designed to fit a bust circumference of 86-91 (91-96) 96-101 (101-107) 107-113 (113-119) 119-124 (124-132) 132-144 cm [33¾-35¾ (35¾-37¾) 37¾-39¾ (39¾-42¼) 42¼-44½ (44½-46¾) 46¾-48¾ (48¾-52) 52-56¾ inches].  Before beginning your project, measure yourself to determine which size to knit. For example, if you measure 99 cm [39 inches] around your bust (or around the widest part of your upper body) you should knit a size M. A size M sweater has a bust circumference of 112 cm [44 inches] which in the given example would give you 13 cm [5 inches] of positive ease. Materials:400 (400) 400 (400) 400 (500) 500 (500) 500 g Önling No 18, 75% Wool, 25% Polyester (Recycled PET bottles), 100 g = approximately 460 yards (420 m) Held together with 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (225) 225 (225) 250 g Önling No 10, 70% Mohair, 30% Silk, 25 g = approximately 230 yards (210 meters) You work with 2 strands held together throughout  Gauge: 20 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] in texture pattern on 4 mm [US6] needle after wash and blocking Needles:Circular needles 4 mm [US6] / 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm [16, 24, 32 and/or 40 inches] Circular needles 3.5 mm [US4] / 40, 80 and/or 100 cm [16, 32 and/or 40 inches]Double-pointed needles: 4 mm [US6] and 3.5 mm [US4] Procedure:The Storm Sweater Man is worked from the top down in a texture pattern. First, the back yoke is worked and shaped using short rows to form the slope of the shoulders. After this, stitches are picked up and knitted for each shoulder, which are then joined to form the front yoke. The front and back yoke are joined to form the body, which is worked straight down in the round. The sleeves are worked in the round on double-pointed needles or on a circular needle using the Magic Loop technique. A rib edge is worked along the neck, folded double, and knitted down. The Storm Sweater Man is worked in a texture pattern which has four different segments. Please Note:The price of the yarn kit is calculated based on the amount of yarn included, which is the amount we have used to knit the design according to the above measurements. Should you need more yarn, additional yarn can be purchased at regular prices by placing an order and state lot number in the comment box at checkout. All designs have been thoroughly calculated and tested.

It's about time I did a Knit List - whittling down hundreds of my patterns to just ten of my must-knits. Ten? Impossible. I'll do fifty. More achievable (though not all in one post, of course!). I've got so many patterns going round in my head, they are getting tangled up in there. It's not a very tidy, organised place my head. Neither are my patterns for that matter. Which is why I need to get down my wish list of knits - the knitteds that I just HAVE to make - so I can easily reference them in a calm and unemotional way. Not in the usual, frantic, just-seen-a-jumper, scrabble-about-for-enough-wool, don't-bother-with-a-tension-swatch and just-dive-in kind of way, which is how I seem to approach pattern choice. I'm going to have to do a top fifty, because I just can't whittle it down any further. I will spread it over a good few blog posts. although I probably have nearer to one hundred that I just NEED to knit, but who's got that kind of time? Or wool? (Well, I probably have enough of that). I will begin with Good Needlework magazine, as it is one of the best magazines from the glory years of the 1930s for knitwear design. Not only were the patterns shown in full colour, (often super bright colours), but the patterns often gave alternative colour schemes for the designs - right down to the shade of stockings! Good Needlework 1933 1933 This is a design in 2 ply, with a very interesting shape. It is in 'bluebell' stitch, little clusters of lace. The garter stitch yoke is most unusual, but the deciding factor is the cap to match! I always try to have a hat to match a favourite vintage jumper. 1933 This jumper is from the same issue, but too good to miss out. In the famous feather and fan pattern, it has similarities with a jumper featured in A Stitch in Time Vol 1, which you can see on the cover of Good Needlework 1937, below. This one is in 4 ply, and has drop sleeves, as the back and front are knitted straight without armhole shaping. Good Needlework 1936 This butter yellow jumper has been in my 'queue' since I first saw this magazine. 1936 It ticks all the boxes for me. It is lightweight, in 3 ply, but knit loosely so fewer stitches are needed! Hoorah. I love the look and feel of fine knitting, but I also want it off the needles as quickly as possible. The softly pleated jabot is the finishing touch. And, if that's not enough, you have the option of long sleeves if you are a 'chilly mortal'. 'What colour scheme will you choose? Jumper. Butter-yellow with white jabot Skirt. Matching yellow, Angora woolen. Accessories. Brown and white court-shoes and sun-beige stockings. Jumper. Cabbage-green with a matching jabot. Skirt. Sand-beige woollen, cut on the cross. Accessories. A wide beige belt and beige suede sandals. Jumper. Oyster-grey with lobster-pink jabot. Skirt. Matching grey, novelty woollen. Accessories. Grey coat, hat and handbag, matching pink gloves. Jumper. Navy-blue with chamois-yellow jabot. Skirt. Navy-blue mixture tweed. Accessories. A chamois-yellow belt. Navy-blue and yellow bracelets. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1936 This is another invaluable long-sleeved jumper, but with a deep cowl neckline, using 2 ply wool, in a lacy, bobbly rib. The buttoned cuffs are a nice touch. And belted jumpers are just so chic. Three Good Colour-Schemes Jumper. Chalk-white. Black buttons. Skirt. Fine black basket-weave woollen. Accessories. Narrow back kid belt. Black kid shoes. Jumper. Aquamarine-green. Brown buttons. Skirt. Cinnamon-brown woollen. Accessories. Plaited brown suede belt. Brown suede Oxfordettes. Jumper. Melon-pink. Navy-blue buttons. Skirt. Navy-blue tweed. Accessories. Navy-blue calf shoes. Wide navy-blue belt. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1937 I couldn't decide between these two (below), so they both made the cut. The one on the left (above) found it's way into A Stitch in Time Vol 1, so I've already made that. 1937 Both in 3 ply, the first has wide cables paired with a ribbed yoke, just right to wear with a 'light spring suit'. Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Buttercup-yellow. Amber-brown buttons. Skirt. Linen-tweed, to match. Accessories. Brown kid sandals. Yellow linen hat with brown Petersham ribbon. Colour-Scheme No.2 Jumper. Royal purple. Square glass buttons. Skirt. Eggshell-beige wool-crepe. Accessories. Beige linen shoes. Matching beige felt hat. Beige gloves. Purple handbag. The second jumper (right), has the 'New Square-Neck, quite perfect for cruising'. Knitted in a lozenge-like pattern, this issue has outdone itself with suggestions for five different colour combinations. Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Pale ash-grey. Jade green buttons, Skirt. Matching grey waffle woollen. Accessories. A wide jade-green belt. Grey reptile shoes and handbag. Grey hat. Jade-green gloves. Colour-Scheme No.3 Jumper. Bright parrot-green. Matching green buttons. Skirt. Ivory-white linen. Accessories. Green and white kid sandals. Green, white and orange bracelets. 'Cannes' beige stockings. Colour-Scheme No.4 Jumper. Rust-brown. Brown wooden buttons, Skirt. Matching brown woollen. Accessories. Coral-pink belt and scarf. Brown kid shoes. Brown hat with coral trimming. Colour-Scheme No. 5 Jumper. Misty navy-blue. White 'daisy' buttons. Skirt. Navy, red and white checked woollen. Accessories. Checked jacket, to match the skirt. Navy-blue shoes. Navy-blue hat with red and white trimming. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1938 The last jumper from the Good Needlework series is from 1938. The cut-outs at the neckline were too much to resist. Teamed with leaf-patterned lace and ribbing, what's not to love? Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Bois-de-Rose Pink. Skirt. Fine woollen, to tone, mottled with black. Accessories. Black patent-leather court shoes. Pink hat, black gloves and handbag. Colour-Scheme No.2 Jumper. Aquamarine Green. Skirt. Dark Ox-blood red marocain. Accessories. Matching red suede sandals, belt and pochette. Aquamarine hat with red ribbon. (copied from the magazine itself) Seven down, forty-three to go! Jumper Jill is in four of the seven so far. I wonder how she will fare in the rest? And did women ever wear trousers? Theodora.

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Introducing the classic and comfortable cotton knit t-shirt! Made from premium quality cotton yarn, this t-shirt is designed to provide a soft and breathable feel against your skin, making it perfect for everyday wear. The knit design of the fabric gives the t-shirt a unique texture that adds visual interest and dimension to the garment. The classic crew neckline and short sleeves offer a timeless silhouette that never goes out of style. This versatile t-shirt is perfect for any casual occasion, whether you're running errands, hanging out with friends, or lounging at home. The lightweight and breathable cotton fabric will keep you feeling cool and comfortable all day long.

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If you like modern handmade fashion, you are certainly going to fall in love with the idea of free knitting Patchwork Cardigan Patterns.

If you are looking for a free knitting pattern for a girls sweater, here goes. This one is done in stocking stitch and has rolled neckline and sleeves.

A detailed look at the difference between knit vs purl stitches, including a diagram. Everything you need to know as a beginner.

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It's about time I did a Knit List - whittling down hundreds of my patterns to just ten of my must-knits. Ten? Impossible. I'll do fifty. More achievable (though not all in one post, of course!). I've got so many patterns going round in my head, they are getting tangled up in there. It's not a very tidy, organised place my head. Neither are my patterns for that matter. Which is why I need to get down my wish list of knits - the knitteds that I just HAVE to make - so I can easily reference them in a calm and unemotional way. Not in the usual, frantic, just-seen-a-jumper, scrabble-about-for-enough-wool, don't-bother-with-a-tension-swatch and just-dive-in kind of way, which is how I seem to approach pattern choice. I'm going to have to do a top fifty, because I just can't whittle it down any further. I will spread it over a good few blog posts. although I probably have nearer to one hundred that I just NEED to knit, but who's got that kind of time? Or wool? (Well, I probably have enough of that). I will begin with Good Needlework magazine, as it is one of the best magazines from the glory years of the 1930s for knitwear design. Not only were the patterns shown in full colour, (often super bright colours), but the patterns often gave alternative colour schemes for the designs - right down to the shade of stockings! Good Needlework 1933 1933 This is a design in 2 ply, with a very interesting shape. It is in 'bluebell' stitch, little clusters of lace. The garter stitch yoke is most unusual, but the deciding factor is the cap to match! I always try to have a hat to match a favourite vintage jumper. 1933 This jumper is from the same issue, but too good to miss out. In the famous feather and fan pattern, it has similarities with a jumper featured in A Stitch in Time Vol 1, which you can see on the cover of Good Needlework 1937, below. This one is in 4 ply, and has drop sleeves, as the back and front are knitted straight without armhole shaping. Good Needlework 1936 This butter yellow jumper has been in my 'queue' since I first saw this magazine. 1936 It ticks all the boxes for me. It is lightweight, in 3 ply, but knit loosely so fewer stitches are needed! Hoorah. I love the look and feel of fine knitting, but I also want it off the needles as quickly as possible. The softly pleated jabot is the finishing touch. And, if that's not enough, you have the option of long sleeves if you are a 'chilly mortal'. 'What colour scheme will you choose? Jumper. Butter-yellow with white jabot Skirt. Matching yellow, Angora woolen. Accessories. Brown and white court-shoes and sun-beige stockings. Jumper. Cabbage-green with a matching jabot. Skirt. Sand-beige woollen, cut on the cross. Accessories. A wide beige belt and beige suede sandals. Jumper. Oyster-grey with lobster-pink jabot. Skirt. Matching grey, novelty woollen. Accessories. Grey coat, hat and handbag, matching pink gloves. Jumper. Navy-blue with chamois-yellow jabot. Skirt. Navy-blue mixture tweed. Accessories. A chamois-yellow belt. Navy-blue and yellow bracelets. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1936 This is another invaluable long-sleeved jumper, but with a deep cowl neckline, using 2 ply wool, in a lacy, bobbly rib. The buttoned cuffs are a nice touch. And belted jumpers are just so chic. Three Good Colour-Schemes Jumper. Chalk-white. Black buttons. Skirt. Fine black basket-weave woollen. Accessories. Narrow back kid belt. Black kid shoes. Jumper. Aquamarine-green. Brown buttons. Skirt. Cinnamon-brown woollen. Accessories. Plaited brown suede belt. Brown suede Oxfordettes. Jumper. Melon-pink. Navy-blue buttons. Skirt. Navy-blue tweed. Accessories. Navy-blue calf shoes. Wide navy-blue belt. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1937 I couldn't decide between these two (below), so they both made the cut. The one on the left (above) found it's way into A Stitch in Time Vol 1, so I've already made that. 1937 Both in 3 ply, the first has wide cables paired with a ribbed yoke, just right to wear with a 'light spring suit'. Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Buttercup-yellow. Amber-brown buttons. Skirt. Linen-tweed, to match. Accessories. Brown kid sandals. Yellow linen hat with brown Petersham ribbon. Colour-Scheme No.2 Jumper. Royal purple. Square glass buttons. Skirt. Eggshell-beige wool-crepe. Accessories. Beige linen shoes. Matching beige felt hat. Beige gloves. Purple handbag. The second jumper (right), has the 'New Square-Neck, quite perfect for cruising'. Knitted in a lozenge-like pattern, this issue has outdone itself with suggestions for five different colour combinations. Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Pale ash-grey. Jade green buttons, Skirt. Matching grey waffle woollen. Accessories. A wide jade-green belt. Grey reptile shoes and handbag. Grey hat. Jade-green gloves. Colour-Scheme No.3 Jumper. Bright parrot-green. Matching green buttons. Skirt. Ivory-white linen. Accessories. Green and white kid sandals. Green, white and orange bracelets. 'Cannes' beige stockings. Colour-Scheme No.4 Jumper. Rust-brown. Brown wooden buttons, Skirt. Matching brown woollen. Accessories. Coral-pink belt and scarf. Brown kid shoes. Brown hat with coral trimming. Colour-Scheme No. 5 Jumper. Misty navy-blue. White 'daisy' buttons. Skirt. Navy, red and white checked woollen. Accessories. Checked jacket, to match the skirt. Navy-blue shoes. Navy-blue hat with red and white trimming. (copied from the magazine itself) Good Needlework 1938 The last jumper from the Good Needlework series is from 1938. The cut-outs at the neckline were too much to resist. Teamed with leaf-patterned lace and ribbing, what's not to love? Colour-Scheme No.1 Jumper. Bois-de-Rose Pink. Skirt. Fine woollen, to tone, mottled with black. Accessories. Black patent-leather court shoes. Pink hat, black gloves and handbag. Colour-Scheme No.2 Jumper. Aquamarine Green. Skirt. Dark Ox-blood red marocain. Accessories. Matching red suede sandals, belt and pochette. Aquamarine hat with red ribbon. (copied from the magazine itself) Seven down, forty-three to go! Jumper Jill is in four of the seven so far. I wonder how she will fare in the rest? And did women ever wear trousers? Theodora.

Ever since I posted the details of the top-down rollneck sweater I knitted for Bob, I’ve gotten a lot of questions about why on earth I would opt to knit flat sleeves on a top-down sweater, as well as how to do it. For many or most knitters, the whole point of knitting a top-down sweater […]

17 Classic Patterns for Cozy Feet Betsy Lee McCarthy With many variations and possibilities this book goes far beyond its 17 patterns. Creative knitters will find endless options for keeping feet comfortable. A new chart provides alternative yarn weights and the number of stitches needed for each of the patterns and sizes. You might also want to experiment with two circular needles. Or four double points. There's advice for adapting patterns to any type of needle.

This is a comfortable piece with a classic design that never goes out of style. It's thoughtfully designed to include preemie and newborn sizes. Knitted from the top down, in the round, with raglan increases it's very easy to make and the perfect pattern for confident beginners. It has the option to knit the collar rib and part of the top back with an opening and a button, making it easier for the baby's head to pass through. The instructions also include video tutorials for some of the techniques used in the pattern and stitch cound charts for the raglan increases for each size.- Construction: Knitted in the round.- Tension: 25 stitches x 34 rows = 10cm / 4” in stocking stitch with 3,5mm (US 4) needles.

I saw this Oscar de la Renta hand-knit cashmere sweater dress and felt an almost intense need to look through the classified ads to see if a sista pick up a couple of part-time gigs to cake up and

A step by step tutorial for beginners on how to knit the stockinette stitch. This classic knitting pattern is used in socks and super smooth and stretchy.

Socks are a great project to have on the go all the time, but I think in these times we could all use the simplicity of a pattern that mostly just goes around and around. But rather than knit a pla…

Yarn kit for Storm Sweater for men in Önling No 18 + silk mohair (excl pattern) PetiteKnit has created the wonderful Storm sweater for men. The sweater is designed with a loose fit and a decorative texture pattern. Here we knit Storm sweater in Önling No 18 and silk mohair. These two types of yarn gives you a delightfully soft sweater, that goes perfectly with a pair of jeans.   This kit contains: Yarn for the selected size (pattern not included) PLEASE NOTE:- This kit does not include a pattern. You can buy the pattern at petiteknit.com- The model shown in the pictures on this page are designers own and NOT worked in Önling yarns. Choose color for your yarn kit above. Sizes: (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)Bust circumference: 104 (112) 112 (120) 128 (128) 136 (144) 152 cm [41 (44) 44 (47¼) 50½ (50½) 53½ (56¾) 59¾ inches]Length: 69 (70) 71 (72) 74 (75) 77 (78) 79 cm [27¼ (27½) 28 (28¼) 29¼ (29½) 30¼ (30¾) 31 inches] measured mid back excl. neck edge Size guide: Storm Sweater Man is designed to have approx. 10-15 cm [4-6 inches] of positive ease in the smaller sizes and then gradually less positive ease in the larger sizes. The sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL are designed to fit a bust circumference of 86-91 (91-96) 96-101 (101-107) 107-113 (113-119) 119-124 (124-132) 132-144 cm [33¾-35¾ (35¾-37¾) 37¾-39¾ (39¾-42¼) 42¼-44½ (44½-46¾) 46¾-48¾ (48¾-52) 52-56¾ inches].  Before beginning your project, measure yourself to determine which size to knit. For example, if you measure 99 cm [39 inches] around your bust (or around the widest part of your upper body) you should knit a size M. A size M sweater has a bust circumference of 112 cm [44 inches] which in the given example would give you 13 cm [5 inches] of positive ease. Materials:400 (400) 400 (400) 400 (500) 500 (500) 500 g Önling No 18, 75% Wool, 25% Polyester (Recycled PET bottles), 100 g = approximately 460 yards (420 m) Held together with 200 (200) 200 (200) 200 (225) 225 (225) 250 g Önling No 10, 70% Mohair, 30% Silk, 25 g = approximately 230 yards (210 meters) You work with 2 strands held together throughout  Gauge: 20 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] in texture pattern on 4 mm [US6] needle after wash and blocking Needles:Circular needles 4 mm [US6] / 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm [16, 24, 32 and/or 40 inches] Circular needles 3.5 mm [US4] / 40, 80 and/or 100 cm [16, 32 and/or 40 inches]Double-pointed needles: 4 mm [US6] and 3.5 mm [US4] Procedure:The Storm Sweater Man is worked from the top down in a texture pattern. First, the back yoke is worked and shaped using short rows to form the slope of the shoulders. After this, stitches are picked up and knitted for each shoulder, which are then joined to form the front yoke. The front and back yoke are joined to form the body, which is worked straight down in the round. The sleeves are worked in the round on double-pointed needles or on a circular needle using the Magic Loop technique. A rib edge is worked along the neck, folded double, and knitted down. The Storm Sweater Man is worked in a texture pattern which has four different segments. Please Note:The price of the yarn kit is calculated based on the amount of yarn included, which is the amount we have used to knit the design according to the above measurements. Should you need more yarn, additional yarn can be purchased at regular prices by placing an order and state lot number in the comment box at checkout. All designs have been thoroughly calculated and tested.

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This is a collection of the knitwear I have finished and photographed, and it is by no means complete. These four are my own designs, but only Joan Crawford is multi-sized, thanks to Susan Crawford. I'm in the process of making it available to purchase again. Norma Shearer photographs by Michael Demetriou Bebe Daniels photographs by Michael Demetriou Joan Fontaine photographs by Michael Demetriou photographs by Alastair McAskill Joan Crawford

Solve all your knitting problems from edges that won’t behave to adjusting your yarn tension with the 70+ hacks in Patty Lyons’ Knitting Bag of Tricks. Featuring dozens of brand-new how-tos and the most popular tricks from author Patty Lyons’ beloved advice columns, this handy guide goes far beyond your typical knitting tips. Knitters of all levels will discover both why and how various techniques work and improve both the look of their knitting and their command of stitches. It’s sure to take any knitter’s skills up to the next level. All of Patty’s techniques and tips are illustrated with detailed step-by-step artworks for absolute clarity. And, as you’d expect from a Patty Lyons book, there is a healthy scattering of humour throughout!

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Do you wish your knitting was better and that you had an expert knitter by your side to help you when it goes wrong? Then this is the book for you - it even has a special lay-flat binding so you can keep your hands on your needles. Patty Lyons is an expert in all things knitting related - she will help you sort out your gauge, unpick problems like twisted stitches and generally spruce up your knitting know-how in this pocket-sized reference book packed full of her purls' of wisdom. Patty is a well-known knitting 'agony aunt' and she will hold your hand as you tackle the problems that often beset knitters and get in the way of beautiful finished projects. This handy guide will always be by your side to help you unravel your yarn problems and get you back on track. Packed full of practical advice for knitters as well as step-by-step instructions for a whole raft of knitting issues, this is the ultimate guide for anyone who's ever picked up yarn and a set of needles. This isn't like other how to knit' books with basic information about casting on and how to form stitches (although there is a handy how-to reference section at the back for when you need a refresher), this is a book about the why' of knitting. Not about why we knit' but about why we knit the way we do'. By digging deeper into the why' Patty doesn't just fix your knitting problems she helps you to truly understand why the yarn/stitches/needles/tension are acting in a certain way and how to fix any issues. She starts by looking at the basics and explores the anatomy of a stitch, examining how this affects the look, feel and shape of the finished knitted fabrics and how different knitting techniques affect the finished outcome. Patty examines the problems caused by common mistakes that many knitters make without even noticing before diving into more complex knitting issues and how to trouble shoot them. All of Patty's techniques and tips are illustrated with detailed step-by-step artworks for absolute clarity. And, as you'd expect from a Patty Lyons book, there is a healthy scattering of humour and irreverence thoughout; you might take knitting seriously but you don't have to be serious while knitting! Product DetailsISBN-13: 9781446309117 Media Type: Paperback Publisher: David & Charles Publication Date: 10-11-2022 Pages: 208 Product Dimensions: 8.20h x 5.80w x 0.60dAbout the Author Patty Lyons is a knitting designer and teacher. She has created content for all the key knitting brands including Craftsy, Interweave and Vogue Knitting and she writes a regular 'Ask Patty' column for Modern Daily Knitting.

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