Pattern Information
Pattern
Information
Yarn: Fingering Weight
Languages: en
Level: Low Intermediate
Sizes & Fit
This pattern comes in 8 different sizes ranging a large spectrum of bodies. The instructions for each size are color-coded and in the order shown here: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8).
When choosing size, it is recommended to use your hip measurement as a reference and to choose a size that has between 5 to 20 cm / 2 - 8 in of positive ease around hips.
When choosing size, it is recommended to use your hip measurement as a reference and to choose a size that has between 5 to 20 cm / 2 - 8 in of positive ease around hips.
Sizes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hip Circumference (cm) | 88 | 100 | 112 | 128 | 140 | 152 | 163.5 | 175.5 |
Hip Circumference (in) | 34¾ | 39½ | 44 | 50½ | 55 | 59¾ | 64½ | 69 |
These are the finished garment measurements, | ||||||||
Sample is size 4; model measures about 123 cm / 48½ in around hips. |
Material Requirements
YARN
Fingering Weight
Approx 1460 (1570, 1690, 1870, 1980) (2135, 2260, 2415) m / 1600 (1715, 1845, 2050, 2165) (2335, 2470, 2640) yds total for a cardigan as schematics.
Every 10 cm / 4 in of added length in the body will add approx 165 (185, 205, 240, 260) (280, 305, 325) m / 180 (205, 225, 260, 285) (305, 330, 355) yds of yarn.
Yardage provided includes 5% extra for swatching and margin of error. Adjust amounts for desired length.
Hooks
• 4.5 mm Tunisian crochet hook, or size needed to meet gauge, using a 60 – 100 cm cable for the body.
• 3.5 mm traditional crochet hook for edgings.
Notions
Yarn used in the sample:
Eden Cottage Yarns, Keld Fingering (90% Superwash Merino Wool, 10% Linen, 100g, 360 m / 393 yds) in colorway Tide. Approx 5 (5, 5, 6, 6) (7, 7, 7) balls of Keld Fingering will be needed.
Alternative Yarns
Any fingering weight yarn will work – keep in mind that yarn content will affect drape and warmth levels.
- DMC Natura, Just Cotton (100% Cotton)
- Scheepjes, Bamboo Soft (50% Bamboo, 50% Cotton)
- MillaMia, Naturally Baby Soft (50% Cotton, 50% Soy)
- KnitPicks, Lindy Chain (70% Linen, 30% Pima Cotton)
- Sirdar, Country Classic 4 Ply (50% Merino Wool, 50% Acrylic)
- Knit Picks, Twill Fingering (100% Merino Superwash Wool)
- Cascade Heritage, Solids (75% Merino Wool, 25% Nylon)
gauge
17 sts x 20 rows = 10 cm / 4in
In lace pattern worked flat after blocking
Swatch Instructions
One diamond lace pattern repeat (10 sts x 20 rows) = 5.9 x 10 cm / 2 ¼ x 4 in.
Follow Lace gauge instructions in pattern.
Be sure to block and check gauge before starting by making a big enough gauge swatch (at least 15 x 15 cm / 6 x 6 in).
Certain materials might sag, and fabric may extend too much with drape, so adjust hook size appropriately.
Lookbook
Check out the Lookbook for more pattern info and a look at all of the testers' project,
