{"product_id":"pattern-sweater-tweedy-sweater-2603","title":"Pattern - Sweater - Tweedy Sweater - 2603","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern #2603 \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003eChest\/Bust: 42-44” (form fit 44”) ONLY \u003c\/b\u003e(107-112 cm (form fit 104 cm) ONLY)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTweedy Merino or any Light DK weight yarn\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e(\u003c\/b\u003eas long as you get close to gauge)\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE: Tweedy Merino is a Light DK weight yarn, normally I work this yarn on US Size 6 (4mm). \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eI wanted this sweater to be tighter.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMAIN COLOR\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMC - 6 skeins Tweedy Merino\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- each skein approx. 232 yards (212m)\/ 3.5 oz (100g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI used approx. 1300 yards (1200 m) for the main color.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI needed the last skein for the last 6-7” of the second sleeve, plus the ICord collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONTRASTING COLORS\u003c\/b\u003e: I used 3, you can use any number you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCC1 - White I used approx. 60 yards (55m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCC2 - Wine I used approx. 100 yards (92m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCC3 - Amber I used approx. 20 yards (18m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUS Size 1.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(2.5mm)\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u0026amp; \u003cb\u003eUS Size 2.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(3mm) DP (double pointed) Knitting Needles. for sleeves.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/b\u003e I use my flyers or 1 or 2 x \u003cb\u003eUS Size 2.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(3mm)\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e16” (40cm) circular needles for the sleeves.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI knit tighter when I work the sleeves. If you have the same issue you may wish to use a larger needle size for the sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUS Size 1.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(2.5mm)\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eCircular Knitting Needle - 16” (40 cm) length for the collar \u0026amp; 24” (60 cm) or 32” (80 cm) for bottom edge border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSize 2.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(3mm) Circular Knitting Needle - 24” (60 cm) length for the body,16” (40 cm) to cast on for collar if you decide to work the continental Cast On method, 32” (80 cm) \u0026amp; 40” (100 cm) \u0026amp; 60” (150 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003efor the yoke - YOU MUST USE 60” (150cm) for the design or it is not going to lay flat.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/b\u003e Use multiple circular needles, If you do not have the right length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 Stitch holders, Waste Yarn x 2 (enough to cast on 12 sts for under arms), Markers.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGauge: \u003c\/b\u003e BEFORE WASH: 5 3\/4 sts\/1” \u0026amp; 7 1\/2 rounds\/1” on \u003cb\u003eUS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSize 2.5 \u003c\/b\u003e(3mm)\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eKnitting Needle in stockinette. AFTER WASH: 5 3\/4 sts\/1” \u0026amp; 7 1\/2 rounds\/1”. Check your gauge before knitting.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern:\u003c\/b\u003e Instructions are for chest size 42-44” (107-112 cm) ONLY with a 1-2” (2 1\/2 - 5cm) extra room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: Center front 23 1\/2” (60 cm) \u0026amp; center back 24 1\/2” (62 cm). Upper arms 16” (41 cm).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuffs 6” (15 cm).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSleeve length 18” (46 cm). Bottom edge of body to under arms 14” (36 cm).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eUnder arm to center front collar edge 9 1\/2” (24 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweater is seamless worked top down. ICord collar, bottom of body and sleeves are optional.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need extra skeins, if you plan on increasing the size of this Tweedy Sweater.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eSweater  Measurements - see last photo for \"key\":\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 42-44”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB 23 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC 24 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD 14”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE 18”\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eF” 16”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eG 6”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques: Cast On, Bind Off, Knit, Purl, Knit 2 together, Knit 2 together through back loops, Icord Optional, Short rows.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Link shows you how to avoid those long floats on the back of your work, when you are working stranded work - https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ajppfcE_HAA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/b\u003e The order of how you carry the yarns is important. Always keep your Background Color on top of your Contrasting Color. This way your Contrasting Color will be the dominant color. Your pattern will stand out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern is a digital download.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"yarnhygge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52419599335733,"sku":"Pattern 2603 - Tweedy Sweater - Chest\/Bust 42-44 ONLY","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1726\/4985\/files\/IMG_1139.jpg?v=1773091630","url":"https:\/\/yarnhygge.com\/products\/pattern-sweater-tweedy-sweater-2603","provider":"yarnhygge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}