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Straw cabled cardigan Novita Baby Wool
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This long cardigan features a leaf-like lace pattern that runs from bottom to top. Knitted from super-soft Novita Baby Wool.
Novita Talvi 2019 -lehti (in Finnish)
36
Intermediate
Availability: In stock
N041936
Size
XS(S)M(L)XL(XXL)Yarn demand
Novita Baby Wool(603) Straw 600(650)700(750)800(850) g
Needles and other supplies
Circular needles (80 cm / 32 in) Novita 4½ mm (UK 7 / US 7) and 5½ mm (UK 5 / US 9) or sizes needed;a second 4½ mm circular needle (80 cm / 32 in) for the border
Other supplies
6(6)6(7)7(7) buttons (www.tyykipuoti.fi)
Designer
Lea PetäjäBack
Using the smaller needles cast on 89(97)105(109)117(125) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section A 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts].
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section A 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts], section B (= 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st) section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts].
5(5)5(7)7(7) sts increased, 94(102)110(116)124(132) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at both ends: on a RS row work 1 st, skp (= slip 1 knitwise, k1, pass slipped st over), work to last 3 sts, k2tog, work 1 st. Repeat the decreases every 10 cm 4 more times = 84(92)100(106)114(122) sts.
When the piece measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at both ends = 70(78)86(88)96(104) sts.
When the armhole measures 17(18)19(20)21(22) cm, securely bind off the middle 28(28)28(30)30(30) sts for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. After 2 rows bind off 1x2 sts at the neckline edge.
When the armhole measures 19(23)27(27)31(35) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Knit the other side in the same manner.
Left front
Using the smaller needles cast on 45(49)53(55)59(63) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts].
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts].
3(3)3(4)4(4) sts increased, 48(52)56(59)63(67) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at the right end: on a RS row work 1 st, skp, work to end. Repeat the decrease every 10 cm 4 more times = 43(47)51(54)58(62) sts.
Note: When the piece measures 54(55)56(57)58(59) cm, decrease 1 st at the left end (front edge): on a RS row work to last 4 sts, k2tog, p2. Repeat the decreases every 1 cm 14(13)12(13)12(11) more times and then 2(3)4(4)5(6) times every 2 cm.
Note: When the armhole measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at the right end for the armhole. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at the right end.
When the armhole measures 19(20)21(22)23(24) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Right front
Using the smaller needles cast on 45(49)53(55)59(63) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section A 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts], section B (= 1 sts), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st) and section D (= 16 sts + 1 st). When 1 st remains increase 1 st (purl the strand of yarn between the sts through the back loop).
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section A 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st) and section C (= 16 sts + 1 st). When 1 st remains increase 1 st (purl the strand of yarn between the sts through the back loop).
3(3)3(4)4(4) sts increased, 48(52)56(59)63(67) sts on the needles.
Keep repeating rows 2-27 and at both ends keep working 2 sts in reverse stockinette st.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at the left end: on a RS row work to last 3 sts, k2tog, work 1 st. Repeat the decrease every 10 cm 4 more times = 43(47)51(54)58(62) sts.
Note: When the piece measures 54(55)56(57)58(59) cm, decrease 1 st the right end (front edge): on a RS row work 2 sts, skp, work to end. Repeat the decreases every 1 cm 14(13)12(13)12(11) more times and then 2(3)4(4)5(6) times every 2 cm.
Note: When the piece measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at the left end for the armhole. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at the left edge.
When the armhole measures 19(23)27(27)31(35) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Sleeves
Using the smaller needles cast on 37(37)37(41)41(41) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 2 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS): work section A 1(1)1(2)2(2) time(s) [= 2(2)2(4)4(4) sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 1(1)1(2)2(2) time(s) [= 2(2)2(4)4(4) sts]. 3 sts increased, 40(40)40(44)44(44) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
Note: When the piece measures 7(7)3(3)8(4) cm, increase 1 st at both ends. Repeat the increases every 3,5(3)3(3)2,5(2,5) cm 10(12)14(14)15(17) more times = 62(66)70(74)76(80) sts. Work the increased sts at the left end following section A and at the right end following section F.
When the piece measures 45(46)47(48)48(49) cm, bind off 1x3(3)3(4)4(4) sts at both ends. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at both ends. Bind off the remaining sts.
Knit the other sleeve in the same manner.
Finishing
Pin to measurements wrong side up, mist and allow to dry.
Sew the shoulder seams. Attach the sleeves following the red markings on the pattern. Sew the side seams and sleeve seams.
Borders: Using 2 circular needles (4½ mm) pick up and knit sts from the RS at the right front edge, neckline and left front edge. Skip every 4th row. Make sure the number of sts is divisible by 2 + 1 st. Begin ribbing on the WS: p2, k1, *p1, k1*, repeat *-*, p2.
Note: When the ribbing measures 1 cm, work buttonholes on the left front. The first buttonhole should be at the starting point of the neckline decreases and the other 5(5)5(6)6(6) at 9 cm intervals. Buttonhole: work 2 sts together, yarn over.
When the ribbing measures 4 cm, bind off in pattern.
Sew on the buttons.
Finished dimensions
body circumference 94(102)110(118)126(134) cm / 37(40¼)43¼(46½)49½(52¾) in length approx. 82(84)81(88)90(92) cm / 32¼(33)31(34¾)35½(36¼) in inner sleeve length 45(46)47(48)48(49) cm / 17¾(18)18½(19)19(19¼) inStitch patterns & gauge
Stitch patterns- Ribbing: *k1, p1*, repeat *-*. On the wrong side rows
Back
Using the smaller needles cast on 89(97)105(109)117(125) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section A 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts].
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section A 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts], section B (= 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st) section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts].
5(5)5(7)7(7) sts increased, 94(102)110(116)124(132) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at both ends: on a RS row work 1 st, skp (= slip 1 knitwise, k1, pass slipped st over), work to last 3 sts, k2tog, work 1 st. Repeat the decreases every 10 cm 4 more times = 84(92)100(106)114(122) sts.
When the piece measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at both ends = 70(78)86(88)96(104) sts.
When the armhole measures 17(18)19(20)21(22) cm, securely bind off the middle 28(28)28(30)30(30) sts for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. After 2 rows bind off 1x2 sts at the neckline edge.
When the armhole measures 19(23)27(27)31(35) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Knit the other side in the same manner.
Left front
Using the smaller needles cast on 45(49)53(55)59(63) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts].
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts].
3(3)3(4)4(4) sts increased, 48(52)56(59)63(67) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at the right end: on a RS row work 1 st, skp, work to end. Repeat the decrease every 10 cm 4 more times = 43(47)51(54)58(62) sts.
Note: When the piece measures 54(55)56(57)58(59) cm, decrease 1 st at the left end (front edge): on a RS row work to last 4 sts, k2tog, p2. Repeat the decreases every 1 cm 14(13)12(13)12(11) more times and then 2(3)4(4)5(6) times every 2 cm.
Note: When the armhole measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at the right end for the armhole. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at the right end.
When the armhole measures 19(20)21(22)23(24) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Right front
Using the smaller needles cast on 45(49)53(55)59(63) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 4 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS):
Sizes XS, S and M: work section A 6(8)10 times [= 12(16)20 sts], section B (= 1 sts), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st) and section D (= 16 sts + 1 st). When 1 st remains increase 1 st (purl the strand of yarn between the sts through the back loop).
Sizes L, XL and XXL: work section A 3(5)7 times [= 6(10)14 sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st) and section C (= 16 sts + 1 st). When 1 st remains increase 1 st (purl the strand of yarn between the sts through the back loop).
3(3)3(4)4(4) sts increased, 48(52)56(59)63(67) sts on the needles.
Keep repeating rows 2-27 and at both ends keep working 2 sts in reverse stockinette st.
When the piece measures 12(13)13(14)14(15) cm, decrease 1 st at the left end: on a RS row work to last 3 sts, k2tog, work 1 st. Repeat the decrease every 10 cm 4 more times = 43(47)51(54)58(62) sts.
Note: When the piece measures 54(55)56(57)58(59) cm, decrease 1 st the right end (front edge): on a RS row work 2 sts, skp, work to end. Repeat the decreases every 1 cm 14(13)12(13)12(11) more times and then 2(3)4(4)5(6) times every 2 cm.
Note: When the piece measures 58(59)60(61)62(63) cm, bind off 1x4(4)4(5)5(5) sts at the left end for the armhole. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at the left edge.
When the armhole measures 19(23)27(27)31(35) cm, bind off the 19(23)27(27)31(35) shoulder sts.
Sleeves
Using the smaller needles cast on 37(37)37(41)41(41) sts and begin ribbing on the WS with k1.
Work for 2 cm and finish on a RS row. Switch to the larger needles.
Begin the texture pattern on row 1 of the chart (WS): work section A 1(1)1(2)2(2) time(s) [= 2(2)2(4)4(4) sts], section B (= 1 st), section C (= 16 sts + 1 st), section D (= 16 sts + 1 st), section E (= + 1 st) and section F 1(1)1(2)2(2) time(s) [= 2(2)2(4)4(4) sts]. 3 sts increased, 40(40)40(44)44(44) sts on the needles.
Now keep repeating rows 2-27 of the chart.
Note: When the piece measures 7(7)3(3)8(4) cm, increase 1 st at both ends. Repeat the increases every 3,5(3)3(3)2,5(2,5) cm 10(12)14(14)15(17) more times = 62(66)70(74)76(80) sts. Work the increased sts at the left end following section A and at the right end following section F.
When the piece measures 45(46)47(48)48(49) cm, bind off 1x3(3)3(4)4(4) sts at both ends. On every other row decrease 3(3)3(4)4(4)x1 st at both ends. Bind off the remaining sts.
Knit the other sleeve in the same manner.
Finishing
Pin to measurements wrong side up, mist and allow to dry.
Sew the shoulder seams. Attach the sleeves following the red markings on the pattern. Sew the side seams and sleeve seams.
Borders: Using 2 circular needles (4½ mm) pick up and knit sts from the RS at the right front edge, neckline and left front edge. Skip every 4th row. Make sure the number of sts is divisible by 2 + 1 st. Begin ribbing on the WS: p2, k1, *p1, k1*, repeat *-*, p2.
Note: When the ribbing measures 1 cm, work buttonholes on the left front. The first buttonhole should be at the starting point of the neckline decreases and the other 5(5)5(6)6(6) at 9 cm intervals. Buttonhole: work 2 sts together, yarn over.
When the ribbing measures 4 cm, bind off in pattern.
Sew on the buttons.
This pattern is publish in the latest issue of Novita Magazine. You can buy your own copy here
Beginner
Have you just learned to knit, maybe still trying to figure out the very basics like knit and purl stitches? Or are you picking up knitting again for the first time since elementary school? Start here.
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Beginner-level patterns include only basic knitting techniques: knitting and purling. You’ll also need to cast on and cast off stitches. The projects can be worked flat or in the round. Easy, regular decreases are used. Most patterns are worked in stockinette or garter stitch. Other simple stitch patterns may occur, and they are always detailed in the written pattern. Stripes of different colours may be used, but no more advanced colourwork.
Patterns
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Adventurous beginner
Got the basics covered? You’d like to take a swing at your first pair of socks, perhaps some easy cables or colourwork? A treasure of patterns awaits you on this level.
Technique
Patterns on this level may include simple colourwork, cables or lace. Colourwork patterns repeats are relatively short, cables simple and symmetrical and lace patterns easy and relatively small, covering details rather than entire pieces. The colourwork, cable and lace stitches are not worked into decreases or increases. Colourwork yarn floats are short, max. 3-4 stitches. Picking up stitches may occur. On this level, you’ll also find easy patterns using domino knitting, log cabin knitting or tunisian crochet.
Patterns
Patterns may include simple charts. In case special techniques are employed, they are detailed our in the instructions, either as text or e.g. through videos. The patterns may also suggest ”shortcuts”, i.e. easier ways to accomplish a technique. Most of the basic socks with heel flaps or afterthought heels are on this level, as well as mittens with no-gusset thumbs. There’s also plenty of sweaters, usually yoke sweaters or raglan sleeve sweaters.
Intermediate
So knitting is a regular hobby for you? Abbreviations, charts and instructions are no more than a walk in the park? Perhaps you’re looking for something to challenge yourself with, even at the odds of frogging?
Technique
In addition to basic techniques, some special techniques may be employed on this level, e.g. short rows. The same pattern may include both lace and cables. Magic loop knitting or entrelac, two-coloured brioche stitch, also here. In general, patterns require a more advanced ability to "read" your knitting. Lace patterns are also more advanced than on the previous level, but the lace stitches are still worked on right side only. Intarsia may be included, but in relatively simple and symmetrical patterns.
Patterns
Patterns on this level can feature concurrent shaping, e.g. neckline shaping at the same time as sleeve decreases or sleeve decreases into cable pattern. Sweater sleeves may require more advanced shaping. Most of our sweaters are at this level. Other patterns include e.g. magic loop patterns and toe-up socks.
Advanced
Turn off that telly and lash the doors, maximum concetration required! Although this skill level doesn’t bring much more in terms of technique, there’s simply more going on at the same time. Skill, concentration and perception are requisite.
Technique
On this level, you’ll find more advanced intarsia patterns, including intarsia in the round. Brioche patterns with decreases and/or cables are also here. Beginning of rounds may shift and multiple markers are needed. Lace or cable stitches may be worked also from wrong side. We’ve also included patterns featuring steeks here. Steeking isn’t hard as such, but requires the nerves and confidence of an experienced knitter.
Patterns
Patterns may include complex steps and require simultaneous reading of both charts and written instructions. Gauge may vary over different steps of the project. The patterns often feature much details and a combination of techniques. The size of the project is not what determines whether it’s advanced or not; focus is on technique, overall complexity and the risk of errors during the project.
Gauge and Swatching
Every pattern is based on a certain gauge, expressed as stitches or rows per 10 cm. It is important that you make a swatch to check your gauge before you start the actual project. If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern’s gauge, your finished garment won’t be the correct size either.
Swatching Start by knitting a swatch. Use the yarn, the needles and the stitch pattern you intend to use in the project. Make the swatch a little wider than 10 cm, so that you’ll be able to measure the stitches properly. Block the swatch by pinning it to a surface, then steam it gently. Count the stitches; put a pin in a stitch, then measure 10 cm from that stitch and put another pin there. Count the stitches from pin to pin – that’s your gauge! If needed, measure both horizontal and vertical gauge (rows). If you’re measuring rib or brioche stitches, stretch out the swatch slightly before measuring.
Adjusting gauge
If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern gauge, you can adjust it by switching needle size. If your swatch has too few stitches per 10 cm (i.e. your knitting is too loose), switch to smaller needles. Conversely, if your swatch has too many stitches per 10 cm, your knitting is too tight and you’ll need a larger pair of needles. Always knit another swatch in order to determine proper gauge and sizing. Also note that the pattern yardage only applies to the pattern yarn, the yardage may differ if you choose another yarn.
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