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I know a lot of us are starting to get deep into gift knitting, and those projects tend to be on the smaller side, but I want to share the Wrapup Hoodie with you. It's not a small project, but it is a fairly straight-forward one that I think you'll love for yourself or for someone particularly knit-worthy. This is a cardigan with all the practical features -- big, functional pockets, a roomy hood, a relaxed, loose fit that keeps the sleeves slender and the shoulders carefully shaped so it's sure to look great.
CONSTRUCTION
- I chose to work this hoodie in pieces so that mattress stitch seams would add structure to the DK weight superwash yarn I picked. Pieces also mean that the project doesn't get too cumbersome while you're working on it.
- All the pieces are worked bottom-up with shaping. The waist shaping isn't dramatic, but it does nip in a bit for a flattering look.
- It's got drop-shoulder construction and short-row shaped shoulders that are seamed together at the end using mattress stitch.
- The pockets are worked separately and then sewn on using mattress stitch.
- The hood is worked at the very end after seaming is complete. It's worked by first picking up stitches along the collar, then shaped with increases and decreases, and joined at the top with three-needle bind-off.
- The bands and hood edging are worked all at once (so use a long circular needle to fit all the way around!)
- Bands are striped garter stitch, giving a subtle, but striking detail.
- Button loops are worked last and sewn on.
FIT
- This hoodie is designed to be worn with an oversized fit -- about 8-10 inches/20.5-25.5 cm of positive ease. That means it'll be comfortable and easy to move in.
- The sleeves are kept slender so the overall impression is of a flattering fit even though the body has so much positive ease.
- A hip-length silhouette makes this sweater great outerwear in mild climates.
YARN
I just had to have a couple very particular colours, so I used two different yarns for this one. The main colour is Baah Yarns Sonoma, and the contrast colour is Hazel Knits DK Lively. Both are superwash worsted spun Merino yarns with a whole lot of plies, a tight twist, and fantastic bounce. They work beautifully together. If you have a sweater quantity of one yarn, you may be able to use some stash leftovers for the contrast colour.
TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTING
- Pick wool or wool blend yarn with a tight twist and a bunch of plies to help the sweater keep its shape. The seams offer some support, but I recommend avoiding very slippery yarns or those without memory like alpaca or silk because the sweater is long with a lot of fabric.
- DK weight sock yarns will give a similar look to the sample. Think Madelinetosh Tosh DK, Quince & Co. Phoebe, or Malabrigo Arroyo.
- For a more rustic, tweedy look, you could try Jamieson's Double Knitting, or, for a smooth, matte look, go for Brooklyn Tweed's new DK base - Arbor.
MY FAVORITE DETAIL
Those pockets are just perfection. I love the diagonal openings and subtle edging.
GENERAL TIPS
After your swatch is dry, hang it up for a day or so before measuring to check for vertical growth. Measure your gauge before and after to see if there's any change.
Be sure to use the hashtags #RuggedKnits, #WrapUpHoodie, and #AndreaRangelKnits when you post pics of your Wrapup Hoodie projects!
PATTERN DETAILS
Finished Measurements
38 (411⁄4, 451⁄2, 483⁄4, 521⁄2, 561⁄4)” (96.5 (105, 115.5, 124, 133.5, 143) cm bust circumference with 13⁄4 (13⁄4, 13⁄4, 23⁄4, 23⁄4, 23⁄4)” (4.5 4.5, 4.5, 7, 7, 7 cm) overlap and 26 (261⁄4, 263⁄4, 273⁄4, 283⁄4, 2912)” (66 66.5, 68, 70.5, 73, 75 cm) long.
Intended to be worn with 8–10” (20.5–25.5 cm) of positive ease.
Shown in size 411⁄4” (105 cm).
Yarn
DK weight (#3 Light).
Main Color (MC): 1626 (1774, 1951, 2066, 2230, 2408) yd (1487 1622, 1784, 1889, 2039, 2202 m).
Contrast Color (CC): 86 (86, 87, 133, 136, 138) yd (78 78, 79, 121, 124, 126 m).
Shown here:
Main Color: Baah Sonoma (100% super- wash merino wool; 234 yd 214 m/100 g): color Pecan (MC), 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9) skeins.
Contrast Color: Hazel Knits Lively DK (90% merino wool, 10% nylon; 275 yd 251 m/130 g); color White Wing Dove (CC), 1 skein.
Needles
Size U.S. 4 (3.5 mm) straight, 60” (150 cm) long circular (cir), and pair of double-pointed (dpn).
Size U.S. 5 (3.75 mm) straight and 24” (60 cm) long circular (cir).
Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
Markers (m); tapestry needle; five 11⁄2” (38 mm) toggle buttons.
Gauge
22 sts and 34 rows = 4” (10 cm) over St st using larger needles.
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This week's blog post is a new pattern, Clouds in a Blue Sky. Exploring lace on an unexpected scale has always appealed to me, and this one adds texture and color to that exploration.
YARN
I picked Spincycle Yarns Knit Fast, Die Young for an unusual lace edge. It adds a moodiness to the geometry of the lace, and I adore that gradual change of color. The yarn is fairly dense and heavy, so it adds some weight to the edging.
For the body, I wanted a chunky yarn that would float and be pure comfort. Imperial Yarns Bulky 2 Strand is an un-spun roving that's light as air. It's very delicate while it's being knit (be gentle or you'll just pull it right apart), but it makes an incredibly cozy, lofty fabric when knit up. It's a tiny bit lighter (skinnier) than the Knit Fast, Die Young, but I stuck with the same needle size, so the gauge of the crescent body is looser than usual, and has a lovely drape despite also being so floaty.
Most of my testers chose to work this up in a single color, which works as well. The gauge is 3 sts = 1"/2.5 cm, so if you've got a soft wool yarn that works well at that gauge, go for it.
CONSTRUCTION
The shawl is worked bottom-up, so you'll cast on for the lace edging first. The ends of the lace are shaped, and the body is worked using a short row/decreasing method.
This is a really quick knit. It takes about 300 yards of yarn and some of my testers finished it in a day. It would make a lovely gift, or just a special instant gratification knit for you!
KNIT FIT
If you'll be in Seattle this weekend, stop by the Spincycle booth to see this shawl in person and shop for the gorgeous edging yarn. The other colors are incredible.
I'll also be signing books at the YOTH booth on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 at 1:30. Bring your copy of Rugged Knits to be signed or pick one up while you're there!
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PATTERN SPECS
Finished Measurements
Wingspan: 49 in/124.5 cm
Depth at Center: 15.5 in/39.5 cm
Yarn
Super Bulky Weight Yarn in two colors:
Bottom Lace Edging: 175 yd/160 m
Body of Shawl: 125 yd/114 m
Bottom Lace Edging shown in Spincycle Yarns Knit Fast, Die Young (100% wool; 100 yd/91 m per 127g skein); Color: Paper Planes; 2 skeins
Main Body of Shawl shown in Imperial Yarn Bulky 2 Strand (100% wool; 200 yd/183 m per 116g skein); Color: Pearl Gray; 1 skein
Blocked Gauge
Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.
7 sts/16 rows = 4 in/10 cm in St st
Needles & Notions
Needle Sizes are recommendations only. Always use needle size necessary to obtain gauge.
US #15/10 mm 40 in/100 cm circular needle
tapestry needle
stitch markers (optional for dividing lace repeats)
Skills
working lace using charted and/or written instructions, short row shaping
Technical Editing by Susan Moskwa
Copy Editing by Jessie Kwak
SEE IT ON RAVELRY
$7 PDF download
If you're into this pattern, you'll probably like my other macro lace patterns too. Check out Sentiment, Pembroke Wrap, and Squam Confidential.
This week's pattern is probably the least flashy in the Rugged Knits collection, but it's one of those projects that I think will really get worn. Weathered Mountain is a slim beanie worked in super lightweight yarn with a simple, but fun-to-work knit-and-purl stitch pattern. It's great for fellas who only want basics while still being engaging to knit, and it's perfect for anyone who wants a versatile accessory that can be slipped under a bike or climbing helmet or just worn on crisp fall days.
CONSTRUCTION
- This one has pretty standard construction - bottom-up, starting with a ribbed brim and topped off with a handsome square crown.
FIT
- It's meant to fit as a snug beanie and it's written for four adult head circumferences: 18.5 (20, 21.25, 22.75)" (47 [51, 54, 58] cm).
YARN
I picked Brooklyn Tweed Loft because it's just so light and lofty while still being warm. I adore the fabric it makes, particularly how it blooms so beautifully, the stitches relaxing into each other to make a cohesive but really interesting fabric.
TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTING
- If you want the lightness in the original sample, stick with a woolen spun fingering weight yarn. Some yarns that fit this bill are Sincere Sheep Equity Fingering and Jamieson & Smith 2 Ply Jumper Weight.
- You could also go for something with crisper stitch definition. Grab that special skein of sock yarn you've been saving or try Quince & Co. Tern.
MY FAVORITE DETAIL
I always love a square crown. It's so neat and brings everything together so beautifully.
GENERAL TIPS
This pattern includes charted and written instructions, so you're covered whichever you prefer!
Be sure to use the hashtags #RuggedKnits, #WeatheredMountainHat, and #AndreaRangelKnits when you post pics of your Weathered Mountain projects!
UPCOMING EVENTS
I'll be teaching three workshops at Knit Fit in Seattle November 12-13, 2016. Click here to sign up!
PATTERN DETAILS
Finished Measurements
About 18.5 (20, 21.25, 22.75)” (47 51, 54, 58 cm) circumference and 7 (7.25, 7.5, 7.75)” (18 18.5, 19, 19.5 cm) long.
Example A shown on woman in size 18.5” (47 cm).
Example B shown on man in size 21.25” (54 cm).
Yarn
154 (170, 181, 192) yd (141 155, 165, 175 m) sock weight (#1 Super Fine).
Shown here: Brooklyn Tweed Loft (100% Targhee-Columbia wool; 275 yd 251 m/50 g): color Sap (Example A); Artifact (Example B), 1 skein.
Needles
Size U.S. 3 (3.25 mm): 16” (40 cm) circular (cir) and set of 5 double-pointed (dpn).
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge
22.5 sts and 43 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in Dots Textured st.
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I've had colorwork on the brain lately, planning for my upcoming class at Knit Fit in Seattle, so this week I'm going to highlight Passing Glacier, a worsted weight hat that's relatively quick to knit with a big payoff. This is a very toasty hat that will keep you comfy in the coldest weather.
CONSTRUCTION
- This hat starts off with a provisional cast-on so that you can work a soft inner brim. I used Road to China Light, a sport weight luxury yarn for mine. Once you've completed the inside of the brim you'll switch to the contrast color of your main yarn and work a turning round, followed by the outside of the brim, worked in wide vertical stripes. Then you'll remove your provisional cast-on and join the live inner brim stitches to the outer brim, making a cozy, clean doubled brim with a secret soft layer inside.
- The rest of the hat is worked following color charts to get a gorgeous swirling stitch pattern.
- The crown decreases are incorporated into the color pattern.
FIT
- This is a snug beanie that comes in three sizes to fit ladies and gents.
YARN
I used Istex Lettlopi for the main yarn and Fibre Company Road to China Light for the inside-brim yarn. I love that Lettlopi is incredibly warm and insulating, and it has that lovely bit of a halo too. Some folks can find it a bit scratchy, so I opted for a luxurious super soft yarn for the inside of the brim.
TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTING
- Stick with a hearty wool yarn for warmth, durability, and easy colorwork. Wool has good elasticity, which is more forgiving in colorwork than plant fibres, silk, or alpaca.
- For a rustic, tweedy look, try one of my favorite worsted or aran yarns like Brooklyn Tweed Shelter, Imperial Yarn Columbia, or Cestari Traditional Two Ply.
- Use up your luxury sock yarn leftovers for the inside of the brim.
- Try working this up in your favorite hand dyed worsted for a more watercolor look.
MY FAVORITE DETAIL
I love the secret soft inner brim and I'm particularly proud of the crown.
GENERAL TIPS
Be sure to use colors that have a strong contrast to make your color pattern pop. If you're not sure how well the colors contrast, take a picture of them together in black and white - if they still have a strong contrast without color, you're on the right track. For general colowork tips, check out the blog post I wrote for VeryShannon.com.
Be sure to use the hashtags #RuggedKnits, #PassingGlacierHat, and #AndreaRangelKnits when you post pics of your Passing Glacier projects!
UPCOMING EVENTS
I'll be teaching three workshops at Knit Fit in Seattle November 12-13, 2016. Click here to sign up!
PATTERN DETAILS
Finished Measurements
19.25 (20.75, 22.5)” (49 52.5, 57 cm) head circumference and 7.5” (19 cm) long.
Shown in size 20.75” (52.5 cm)
Yarn
Worsted weight (#4 medium):
Main Color (MC): 67 (72, 78) yd (61 66, 71 m).
Contrast Color 1 (CC1): 41 (45, 48) yd (37 41, 44 m).
Shown here: Ístex Lettlopi (100% wool; 109 yd 100 m/50 g): colors #0053 Acorn Heather (MC), 1 skein; #0054 Light Ash Heather (CC1), 1 skein.
Sportweight (#2 Fine): 26 (28, 30) yd (24 25, 27 m).
Shown here: The Fibre Company Road to China Light (65% baby alpaca, 15% silk, 10% camel, 10% cashmere; 159 yd 145 m/50 g): color #710 Riverstone (CC2), 1 skein
Needles
Size U.S. 4 (3.5 mm): 16” (40 cm) circular (cir).
Size U.S. 5 (3.75 mm): 16” (40 cm) circular (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn).
Size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm): 16” (40 cm) circular (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn).
Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
Markers (m); size U.S. E-4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook; waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Gauge
20 sts and 22 = 4” (10 cm) over chart using largest needles
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This week I'm going to interrupt my Rugged Knits pattern highlights to talk about two new patterns that I published as part of a collaboration with some fantastic BC designers and a great local yarn company. Hinterland yarns are totally Canadian, with alpaca fibre from alpacas right here in Victoria that blended with Canadian wool at an Alberta mill. The yarn is perfect for this region - woolen spun, rustic, warm, and soft. It blooms like nothing I've ever seen before and I'm totally smitten with it.
Photos by Hanahlie Beise, 2016
My designs for the collection are Camber, a sophisticated, textured vest, and Halyard, a very cozy cardigan with an enormous collar.
Both garments are worked in pieces. You can, of course, modify them to be worked seamlessly if you like, but here's why I, myself want seams:
- I often find it more relaxing to work smaller pieces. It means I don't have to keep track of quite as many "at the same time" instructions. This can be especially helpful if you're new to making garments.
- I like the portability of smaller pieces.
- I like the satisfaction of finishing each piece.
- Seams add stability and durability.
- I find mattress stitch to be pretty magical - it's so neat and beautiful!
A little more about each pattern:
CAMBER
This vest is worked bottom-up with subtle waist shaping, a deep V neckline, and short row shoulder shaping for a flattering fit. It's got a clean silhouette with simple garter edgings. It's intended to be worn fairly fitted, with 0-3 in/0-7.5 cm of ease - if you plan to wear it over heavier layers, I recommend rounding up the size you make.
I adore the Hinterland Range yarn for this, as it give gorgeous stitch definition, but with the slightest halo and a beautifully cohesive fabric. If you do want to substitute, you for a heavy worsted or aran weight yarn like Imperial Yarn Columbia or Cestari Traditional Collection 2 Ply. Since it's got seams for added stability I'd be super curious to see this in a semi-solid hand dyed yarn like Hazel Knits Cadence.
Note on errata: A kind knitter pointed out to me that there were a couple of numbers problems with the back neckline and the short row shoulder shaping. I've corrected those numbers, so the pattern on Ravelry is now correct. If you already have the pattern, here's a link to the full explanation of the errata.
Pattern Specs
Sizes and Finished Measurements
Bust Circumference: 32 (37, 39.25, 44.25, 48, 52.25, 56.5, 60.75) in/81.5 (94, 99.5, 112.5, 122, 132.5, 143.5, 154.5) cm
Intended to be worn with +0-3 in/0-7.5 cm of ease at bust; shown in size 32 in/81.5 cm with +1 in/2.5 cm of ease on model
Yarn
522 (603, 640, 721, 782, 852, 921, 990) yd/477 (551, 585, 659, 715, 779, 842, 905) m worsted weight yarn
Shown in Hinterland Range (50% Rambouillet Wool, 50% Alpaca; 198 yd/181 m per 112 g/4 oz skein); Color: Honey; 3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins
Blocked Gauge
Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.
17 sts/28 rows = 4 in/10 cm in Textured Garter Rib Pattern with larger needles
Needles & Notions
Needle sizes are recommendations only; always use needle size necessary to achieve given gauge.
US #4/3.5 mm 16 in/40 cm circular needle US #4/3.5 mm 40 in/100 cm circular needle US #7/4.5 mm needle
tapestry needle
three .75 in/2 cm buttons
Skills
working shaping in Garter Rib Pattern, short row shaping, increasing and decreasing, picking up stitches
CAMBER: $8 pdf download
HALYARD
This cardigan is worked in pieces from the bottom-up. The construction is simple, but it's got some really special details!
- The back hem is longer than the front and, when sewing up, the front and back hem are left split.
- The cuffs are extra long, and the second half of the cuff seams are worked inside out so that they don't show when you turn the cuffs up.
- The collar is super easy to work - it's just ribbing without any shaping. You can also button it in two different ways so that it crosses over the front or just folds down.
- The sleeve caps and armholes are different for the front and back, making for a great fit.
My yarn recommendations for Camber apply to this one too, so check above for substituting suggestions.
Pattern Specs
Sizes and Finished Measurements
Bust Circumference: 35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 55, 59, 63) in/89 (99, 109, 119.5, 129.5, 139.5, 150, 160) cm including bands
Intended to be worn with +2-4 in/5-10 cm of ease at bust for standard fit; shown in size 34 in/86.5 cm with +3 in/7.5 cm of ease on model
Yarn
1253 (1397, 1540, 1683, 1826, 1970, 2113, 2256) yd/1146 (1277, 1408, 1539, 1670, 1801, 1932, 2063) m worsted weight yarn
Shown in Hinterland Range (50% Rambouillet Wool, 50% Alpaca; 198 yd/181 m per 112g/4oz skein)
Color: Truffle; 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins
Blocked Gauge
Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.
18 sts/26 rows = 4 in/10 cm in St st
Needles & Notions
Needle sizes are recommendations only; always use needle size necessary to achieve given gauge.
US #7/4.5 mm 32 in/80 cm circular needle (Project is worked in pieces so a circular needle isn’t required, but a circular needle will make working the collar and button bands more manageable.)
tapestry needle
seven .75 in/2 cm buttons
Skills
seaming (mattress stitch), picking up stitches, increasing and decreasing
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HALYARD: $8 pdf download
Blackberry Grove is one of those effortless accessories that you can throw over any outfit to add cozy comfort and a pop of color.
CONSTRUCTION
- Cowl is worked top-down and uses progressively larger needle sizes to get a draping fabric and a great shape.
- It's got I-cord edgings for a clean finish. The bottom edge is worked with an I-cord bind-off and the top edge is finished by working attached I-cord at the end.
FIT
- This cowl drapes beautifully around your neck because the bottom edge is wider than the top edge.
YARN
I went with a bulky, super fluffy yarn because I was going for a soft, elegant look. Sadly the yarn I used, Berroco Kodiak, has been discontinued. Your local yarn shop may still be carrying it, and I recommend snatching up a few skeins if you can find it.
TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTING
- To get the drape shown in the sample, stick with yarns that either have some fiber content like alpaca or silk, or are loosely spun.
- If you want a look similar to the sample but can't find Kodiak, Rowan Brushed Fleece could be a good alternative.
- Fibre Company Tundra could be a great option for ultimate softness without so much fluffy halo.
- For a soft, watercolor look, try Malabrigo Mecha.
MY FAVORITE DETAIL
The cables get progressively larger just because of the needle size difference and I'm all about how the scale of the pattern changes so subtly.
GENERAL TIPS
Try working the cables without a cable needle. It's so much faster!
Be sure to use the hashtags #RuggedKnits, #BlackberryGroveCowl, and #AndreaRangelKnits when you post pics of your Lily Toes projects!
UPCOMING EVENTS
I'll be at Knit Fit in Seattle November 12-13, 2016. I'm teaching two new classes, one on cables and one on colorwork, and if you missed out taking finishing at Knit City, you can take it in Seattle! Click here to sign up!
PATTERN DETAILS
Finished Measurements
27.5” (70 cm) top circumference, 40” (101.5 cm) bottom circumference, and 11.5” (29 cm) long.
Yarn
253 yd (231 m) bulky weight (#5 Bulky).
Shown here: Berroco Kodiak (61% baby alpaca, 24% nylon, 15% merino wool; 125 yd 115 m/50 g): color #7020 Crowberry, 3 balls
Needles
Size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) circular (cir) and pair of double-pointed (dpn).
Size U.S. 9 (5.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) circular (cir).
Size U.S. 101⁄2 (6.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) circular (cir).
Size U.S. 11 (8 mm) 32” (80 cm) circular (cir).
Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauges.
Notions
Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge
16 sts and 23 rnds = 4” (10 cm) over cable patt using size U.S. 9 (5.5 mm) needle.
121⁄2 sts and 18 rnds = 4” (10 cm) over cable patt using size U.S. 11 (8 mm) needle.
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Today's Rugged Knits pattern highlight was one of the first designs I had in mind for this collection, even before I really had the plan for the book fleshed out. I'd been wanting to do gray and gold colorwork forever, and it took a lot of charting and swatching before I got this one right. Sean, my husband, designed the color motifs, and the resulting sweater is one I really love. The concept for this was to have a sweater that would be light and relaxed. I wanted something that would have a comfortable oversized fit, but not look like it was just too big. Slender sleeves and carefully-shaped shoulders create a fit that's flattering and casual.
CONSTRUCTION
- This is a drop shoulder pullover knit bottom-up in the round to the underarms. Then the front and back are worked separately back and forth in rows. The sleeves are worked all in the round, and all of the colorwork takes place in sections that are worked in the round, so you'll never have to work color patterns on the wrong side.
- There are a few rounds in which 3 colors are worked at once, so this is most suitable for knitters with a bit of stranded colorwork experience.
- Shoulders are shaped with short rows and joined with 3-needle bind-off
- Sleeves are worked separately from the body and then sewn into the armholes with mattress stitch.
- Necessary finishing is minimized - just join the shoulders, sew in the sleeves, weave in the ends, and block.
FIT
- The body fit is oversized. Gentle waist shaping, short row shoulder shaping, and a wide, scooped neckline help maintain a feminine, flattering silhouette with a related fit.
- When choosing a size, be sure to follow the ease recommendation in the pattern. The finished garment should be approximately 8-10 in/20.5-25.5 cm larger than your actual bust circumference. If you choose a size with less ease, it's likely that the shoulders and sleeves will be too small for you.
YARN
I chose to use a yarn I totally love for this pullover - Brooklyn Tweed Loft. It's light and tweedy, and has wonderful colors. I adore how the colorwork is just a tiny bit muted thanks to the woolen spun construction of the yarn. It blooms beautifully when washed, and creates this gorgeous, light-as-air fabric that I can't get enough of.
TIPS FOR SUBSTITUTING
- Because there aren't any side seams and the sweater is already oversized and a bit longer than standard, I don't recommend using any yarn that's slippery and likely to stretch out vertically. Wool that hasn't been treated to be machine washable is best. I'd avoid superwash wool, silk, alpaca, and plant fibres like cotton.
- If you want the ultralight feel that the sample shows, pick a woolen spun (rather than worsted spun) yarn.
- Jamieson & Smith 2 Ply Jumper Weight could be a good woolen spun alternative. It's a bit rougher and less buttery than the Loft, but it also seems a little stronger and more rustic to me. It also comes in a huge range of colors and is generally a fantastic yarn for color work. Be sure to swatch to check that the fabric is as cohesive as you want before beginning.
- Harrisville Designs Shetland is a similar option.
MY FAVORITE DETAIL
I love how the sleeve cuff details reflect the main body colorwork.
GENERAL TIPS
There are a few rounds that require working with three colors at once, so be prepared to focus a little more intensely for a bit in the middle of the colorwork sections.
Be sure to use the hashtags #RuggedKnits, #GleamingHorizon, and #AndreaRangelKnits when you post pics of your Lily Toes projects!
UPCOMING EVENTS
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I'll be at Knit Fit in Seattle November 12-13, 2016. I'm teaching two new classes, one on cables and one on colorwork, and if you missed out taking finishing at Knit City, you can take it in Seattle! Click here to sign up!
PATTERN DETAILS
Finished Measurements
38 (42, 46, 50, 54, 58)” (91.5 106.5, 117, 127, 137, 147.5 cm) bust circumference and 263⁄4 (27, 28, 291⁄4, 301⁄2, 311⁄2)” (68 68.5, 71, 74.5, 77.5, 80 cm) long.
Intended to be worn with 8–10” (20.5–25.5 cm) of positive ease.
Shown in size 42” (106.5 cm).
Yarn
Fingering weight (#1 Super Fine).
Main Color (MC): 1210 (1336, 1479, 1622, 1771, 1914) yd (1106 1222, 1352, 1483, 1619, 1750 m).
Contrast Color 1 (CC1): 236 (259, 285, 310, 334, 359) yd (216 237, 260, 283, 305, 328 m).
Contrast Color 2 (CC2): 81 (89, 97, 106, 114, 122) yd (74 81, 89, 97, 104, 112 m).
Contrast Color 3 (CC3): 17 (19, 21, 23, 25, 27) yd (16 17, 19, 21, 23, 25 m).
Shown here: Brooklyn Tweed Loft (100% Targhee-Columbia wool; 275 yd 251 m/50 g skein): colors Soot (MC), 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8) skeins; Snowbound (CC1), 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s); Hayloft (CC2), 1 skein; Fossil (CC3), 1 skein.
Needles
Size U.S. 4 (3.5 mm) 16” and 32” (40 and
80 cm) circular (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double- pointed (dpn).
Size U.S. 6 (4 mm) 16” and 32” (40 and 80 cm) circular (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn).
Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauges.
Notions
Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge
24 sts and 41 rows = 4” (10 cm) over St st using smaller needles.
24 sts and 30 rnds = 4” (10 cm) over chart patt using larger needles.
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