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Coco Jacket Knitting Pattern (English) Coco Jacket is a tight fitting jacket with a beautiful weaving pattern, where the stitches alternately lean towards the right or the left, which gives the work a special firmness. The jacket is worked from top down. It will be worked flat knitting with increases around the two shoulder seams, to shape the shoulder slope. Then there will be increases for the sleeve. The front, the sleeves and the back are worked with the same needle, with different frequencies of increases, which leaves the impression of an insert sleeve and the result is a very nice tight fitting, which goes well with the curves of the body. The body is worked straight down until the waist, and then there will be increases in the side seams, to make room for the hips. The sleeves are worked straight with a three-quarter lenght. The work is finished with cuff edgings on the lower side of the jacket and sleeves as well as around the neck. At the end there will be plackets worked in double knitting, where ends of yarn are weaved in to use them as fringes on both sides. Choice of size The model is designed without ease - small ease. That means that you need to choose a size that matches your chest measurement as closely as possible. If your chest measurement is 96 cm, you should choose a size M, with a chest circumference of 98 cm. If you are in between 2 sizes, I recommend choosing the bigger size.   Size XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL) Fits chest measuring 80-86 (87-92) 94-98 (99-105) 106-114 (115-124) cm Chest circumference 86 (92) 98 (105) 114 (124) cm Length (measure in the middle of back) 52 (53) 54 (55) 56 (57) cm Knitting gauge 33 stitches • 32 rows of pattern with needle 4 = 10 • 10 cm Recommended needles 3 and 4 mm (40, 80-120 cm) Suggested materials 2 strands Lana Gatto Silk Mohair in Smuksaks colours (212m/25) Silk Mohair 250 (275) 325 (400) 475 (550) g 7 pairs of hook-and-eye-clasps   Choice of colours The Jacket can be made in as many or few colours as you want. The amount of yarn is specified as if it was made with one colour. That way you can divide the amount of yarn with the number of colours you choose. The model on the picture has been made from 10 different colours from Smuksak: A4260, A4256, A4259, A4261, A4933, A4183, A4182, A4253, A4937, A4923

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This is a crochet pattern for a beautiful, fitted, long sleeved cardigan. It uses subtle darting to shape to form and gently swoops in at the waist before skimming over the hips. The pattern includes variations for capped sleeves, cropped sleeves, or loose fit sleeves. It will also give instructions for increasing the length of the cardigan. I recommend using a smooth mercerised cotton yarn in DK/Light Worsted weight, to give a clear stitch definition. I have used Drops Muskat Egyptian Cotton and a 4mm hook. Gauge: 2" square = 9 dc x 5 rows. You may also work this pattern in other DK weight yarns for a different finish, eg. wool or acrylic yarn will make more of a woolly cardigan. You will need: DK weight yarn - approx. 600g/650g/700g/750g/800g/850g (based on 50g = 109yds) 4mm crochet hook 8 small buttons - 10-12mm in diameter Sewing needle and thread for buttons Yarn needle Scissors Optional - 6 stitch markers or scrap yarn

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A pull on dress, the Bellbird has featured deep gathered dolman sleeves.  Super smart or casual and very much a beginners sewing pattern.  With both V neck and round neck options this is a sister dress to the Bellbird top with a fuller bodice to allow for shaping of the hips, placement of the pockets and extended length (and 2 style options). The optional pockets work well in more structured fabrics (like linen and cotton) but are best left off for lighter and more delicate fabrics (like polyester crepes). Beautifully cool in 100% cotton, linen or rayon/viscose, the dress is professionally finished with a simple neck facing. STYLE OPTIONS: STYLE A (Beginner) STYLE B (Gathered high waist - Confident beginner) Dress the Bellbird up or down choosing your shoes and accessories to set the mood. PATTERN FEATURES: Deep gathered dolman sleeves Inseam side pockets Loose-fitting and designed to sit just above the knee Sizes NZ/AU 6-24 | US 2-20 (each size bundle has 4 sizes - please refer "Size & Fitting tab" Print only your size (layers option) Share your makes on Instagram & Facebook tagging #TSRBellbirdDress and @thesewingrevival FABRIC Please refer to the FABRIC REQUIREMENT CHART as one of the last images on this product listing. You can magnify this image if viewing it on a mobile phone whilst in a fabric store. WOVEN fabrics: Most light to mid-weight woven fabrics will suit this dress. Linen, cotton and linen/cotton blends are highly recommended for this pattern. Rayon, silk, silk & cotton blends, tencel and even jersey knits. DIFFICULTY Total beginner sewers can make this dress (we recommend leaving off the pockets if it is your very first dress) Rated a 2/5 for difficulty. No closures (zips or buttons). Skill learnt: Inserting elastic and neck facings.  SIZE & FITTING This is a loose-fitting garment. If you prefer it to be a little less "roomy" or you are "in-between" sizes then we suggest you err on the smaller size.  Model wears size 10 (NZ/AU) and is 171 cm tall. Each purchase comes with 4 sizes (please refer to the last image for size chart and international size comparisons): Small - (NZ/AU/UK 6-8-10-12  | US 2-4-6-8) Medium - (NZ/AU/UK 10-12-14-16  | US 6-8-10-12) Large - (NZ/AU/UK 14-16-18-20  | US 10-12-14-16) X-Large - (NZ/AU/UK 18-20-22-24  | US 14-16-18-20) WHAT DO I GET WITH MY PURCHASE? Please note you are purchasing a digital pattern that will be sent directly to your email inbox after payment. You can print this pattern at home on A4 or US letter-sized paper or take it to a print shop for large scale printing (AO size). *You will not receive a hard copy printed pattern.* Instant download available immediately after checkout includes: 1. Instructions 2. PAH Pattern file (PAH=Print at home) For printing in A4 or US Letter on a home printer. Printing at home is the most cost-effective, and sticking your pattern tiles together to make your full size pattern is easy. Further information for printing at home can be found in our Resources section here.  3. AO Pattern file AO is a large scale file designed to be printed at a Print Copy Shop. You cannot print this on your home printer as it is too big. If you choose to use this large file you will pay extra to have it printed but you do not have to stick anything together. You can use the ADOBE LAYERS FEATURE to open the PAH pattern file and print only the size you need (and eliminate the "noise" of the unwanted sizes). You can also use the URL and bookmark links within the file to quickly access information and support. Download Adobe Reader for free (for Windows and Mac) here. PATTERN UPDATES March 2018 - pattern release July 2024 - added Style B (high waist gather option). The latest file names will have "V2" included in the title.

Light and airy, this seamless design is worked from the bottom right to the shoulders. Hip lace details flow together at the front, with the lace echoed on the sleeve caps.The delicate crocheted placket buttons and open sleeve edging makes this a summer top that can work for a night out or a dressed down day at the beach.SIZES To fit bust up to size: 31 (35, 38, 42, 44, 47, 51, 53, 56)”/ 78.5 (89, 96.5, 106.5, 112, 119.5, 129.5, 134.5, 142) cm 0-1”/0-2.5 cm of negative ease recommended.Finished bust measurement: 30.25 (34.5, 36.75, 41, 43.25, 45.5, 49.75, 52, 54.25)”/77 (87.5, 93.5, 104, 110, 115.5, 126.5, 132, 138) cm Size 34.5”/87.5cm modeled with no ease.Finished length: 21.75 (22.75, 23.5, 24, 24.25, 24.5, 24.75, 25, 25.25)”/ 55 (58, 59.5, 61, 61.5, 62, 63, 63.5, 64) cmMATERIALSYarn Rowan ‘Milk Cotton dk’. A suggested substitute yarn is shown below.Techniques used: Crochet edging Short Rows 3-needle Bind-off Increases in lace

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THIS IS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD KNITTING PATTERN IN ENGLISH Follow my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strikkevorin/ Sizes: S (M) L Chest circumference: 125 (140) 155 cm Length sweater: 54 cm Sleeve lenght: 36 cm Yarn: Dale Påfugl OR Hip Knit Fluff (sweater is worked in 2 strands of yarn held together) Amount of yarn: 5 (6) 7 skeins of each colour Gauge: 8 sts on needle 12 mm = 10 cm Recommended needles: circular needles 10 mm (40 + 80/100 cm) and 12 mm (40 + 80/100 cm) The sweater is worked bottom up in 2 strands of yarn held together.

Magpie Fiber’s new Solstice yarn comes in so many stunning colors that I couldn’t choose just one! Sizes: 35.25 (37.5, 40, 42.5, 44.75) (47.25, 49.5, 54.5)”/ 89 (95.5, 101.5, 108, 113.5) (120, 125.5, 138.5) cm Based on finished circumference around hip and bust. Sample is worn with 3”/7.5cm of positive ease at bust. These soft, gorgeous hues are beautifully sophisticated and were inspired by shades of mesas and plateaus in the Southwest. Between color and fiber, the yarn was just perfect for a soft pullover with a delicate, feminine vibe to wear with a tank or tee underneath when there’s a little chill in the air. Desert Sunrise features intricate diamonds around the body, accented by a contrasting hem and cuff detail. Besides that, it boasts seamless construction, a lot of soothing stockinette and an easy, slouchy silhouette when worn. I found it to be a deeply satisfying knit. The classic shape and smooth stitches show off the subtle textured combination of silk, cotton, and merino that makes up this unique fiber. The sweater and sleeves are knit in the round, from the bottom up and joined. The raglan yoke is then worked seamlessly to the top, and a few short rows make up the neckline shaping. Dami has made up some lovely kit color combinations that can be found at www.magpiefibers.com Yardage by size: Sizes: 35.25(37.5,40,42.5,44.75)(47.25,49.5,54.5)”/ 89(95.5,101.5,108,113.5)(120,125.5,138.5)cm Based on finished circumference at hip and bust. Sample is worn with 3”/7.5cm of positive ease. I suggest picking a size that will allow 3-4”/7.5-10cm of ease, based on circumference around bust. Yardage: Main Color: 900(1050,1150,1200,1300)(1400,1500,1600) yds/ 825(960,1055,1100,1190)(1280,1375,1465) yds. Last size MAY get away with 5 skeins of MC, but I’ve estimated w padding. Accent Colors: 200 yards/182m of Accent Color 1 (use a strong contrast to the body color, so diamond detail will show). You’ll need about 50 yards/45m of Accent Color 2. Shown in Alloy (MC) Harpoon (AC1) and Tenderness (AC2) Note, the yarn is listed on Rav as a DK weight, but it’s a nice, round fiber that I found knit beautifully at worsted gauge - Gauge for this sweater is 5sts/7rows per 1”

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Color: WhiteLightweight woven cotton fabricRelaxed FitCrew necklineSleeveless teePadded ShoulderDrop armholesUnlined100% CottonHand WashBy The Frankie Shop. Imported

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Little effort, big impact. This is a perfect pattern, to start brioche knitting! The FLIPPIG hat pattern is interesting enough to hold your attention and gives you stretches of peaceful repetition too. Additionally you learn basics about two-color brioche knitting, how to knit increases and decreases and straight Brioche knitting. Use two highly contrasting colors: one tonal/ solid and one variegated / gradient/ speckled) Wear the FLIPPIG hat for impenetrable warmth and for a hip accessory. Wear it one way out or the other, cuffed or uncuffed and slouchy… The FLIPPIG hat is like four hats in one! If you knitted my BEEZEE hat pattern already, this one might be your next project! The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up. Directions are given for three sizes, also by changing needle size and gauge you can knit a smaller or larger size. MEASUREMENTS S, M, L, circumference 16” (17”,19 “)/ 40cm (44cm, 48cm) to fit head circumference 21”( 21,5”,22”)/ 53cm (55cm, 57cm) DEPTH 9” (10”, 11”) / 23cm (25cm, 27cm) YARN Altogether 210 (225, 240) yards / 190 (205, 220) m of DK weight yarn Shown sample was knit with Wollmeise DK (100% Merino, 468 yards/ 7,05 ounces, 428m /200g) in Chim Chim Chimney (MC) and Hedgehog Merino DK (100% Merino, 219 yards (200m) /100g) in Teacup (CC) You can also use any other DK weight yarn. NEEDLES Size 4 US / 3,5mm, 16” / 40cm circular and dpns or long circular for preferred method of working small circumferences in the rnd NOTIONS 3 stitch markers and darning needle for weaving in ends, cable needle GAUGE 20 sts, 22 rounds = 4” / 10cm in blocked brioche stitch TECHNIQUES cast on, k, p, Brk, Brp, brkyobrk, brRsldec, brLsldec

This elegant outfit is handmade with love. The shirt is designed with high quality materials and also high tailoring standards. It is suitable for all kinds of occasion. This set comes with a matching shirt and pant. The pant is styled with a draw string for wearer's ease Buyers can request customization to ensure a perfect fit. For custom order, please provide the following measurement details Chest Shoulder Waist Neck Crotch length Shirt length Pant length

The playful texture of the senecio plant - also known as string of pearls - was the inspiration behind this design. Similarly to how tender strands of senecio become thinner as they descend from the center of the plant, the embellishment of nupps changes to more and more subtle from the top to the bottom of the yoke until it dissolves completely in the gentle ribbing. Senecio is worked from the top down seamlessly with the round yoke. The neck is shaped with short rows. This design features slipped and twisted stitches, small biased stripes, Japanese wrapped stitches and two kinds of nupps. The main stitch pattern is easy to memorize and entertaining to knit. Instructions are both charted and written. Yardage: Cropped top (shown): 710 (760, 815, 870, 920, 980, 1035) (1090, 1150, 1210, 1270, 1335, 1395, 1460)yds Hip-length top: 1040 (1110, 1185, 1260, 1335, 1410, 1490) (1565, 1645, 1725, 1805, 1890, 1970, 2055)yds

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I finished this sweater on Inauguration Day, January 21, 2009. Since it is also my first published design, I named it the “Inaugural Sweater”. It is knit seamlessly from the top-down with raglan shaping, and is meant to be worn with 0-1” of negative ease at the bust and 2”-3” of negative ease at the hips (this is to allow the garment to “open up” at the hips in a bit of an A-line fashion). Knitters wishing to have more ease at the hips can simply omit many (or all) of the decrease rows below the waist. The size range is limited (it’s an older design, while my recent sweater patterns are size inclusive, I haven’t had time to rewrite this one), but if you’d like some help making a larger size, come see us in the Lyrical Knits Group for advice, suggestions, and help. Change in needle size recommendation: When I first knit Inaugural, I was having trouble with my hands (thankfully, it was not carpal tunnel!) and was knitting very, very loosely, and needed to use a much smaller needle. Since then, my hands have improved significantly, and while I’m by no means a tight knitter, I reach for a size 6 (4 mm) needle when working with Malabrigo Worsted. I have amended the pattern recommend a size 6 (4 mm) needle, but please use whatever needle that you need to reach the proper (blocked) gauge.

Your perfect go-to, light and easy dress on days when you want to comfortably work around the house and hit the streets without thinking about changing. Will look great with all styles of shoes. The dress will fall bellow your mid-calf, above ankle. Made from a 100% pure light weight European linen with its characteristic wonderful texture. Each piece is individually cut, sawn and pre-washed. Comfortable and versatile, with adjustable straps. Fun and easy to wear, features two handy patch pockets. Wear it over a shirt or a tank top or under a jacket when it gets cooler. In the images it is fashioned over a linen t-shirt in white. For the best fitting of the dress, please let us know the following measurements together with your order: - your height - your bust circumference - your waist circumference Size Chart for Guidance: XXS Bust: fits bust around 80 cm / 31.5" Waist: fits waist around 62 cm / 24.5" Hips: fits hips around 88 cm / 35" XS Bust: fits bust around 84 cm / 33" Waist: fits waist around 66 cm / 26" Hips: fits hips around 92 cm / 36" S Bust: fits bust around 88 cm / 35" Waist: fits waist around 70 cm / 27.5" Hips: fits hips around 96 cm / 38" M Bust: fits bust around 96 cm / 38" Waist: fits waist around 78 cm / 30.75" Hips: fits hips around 104 cm / 41" L Bust: fits bust around 104 cm / 41" Waist: fits waist around 86 cm / 34" Hips: fits hips around 112 cm / 44" XL Bust: fits bust around 112 cm / 44" Waist: fits waist around 94 cm / 37" Hips: fits hips around 120 cm / 47" XXL Bust: fits bust around 120 cm / 47" Waist: fits waist around 102 cm / 40" Hips: fits hips around 128 cm / 50" Care instructions: - machine washable in gentle wash cycle - preferably lukewarm water - straighten and hang to dry - the fabric will become softer with every wash Note that colours may look different on your display depending on their settings and technical characteristics. If you are uncertain and the exact tone is really important, please do not hesitate to contact us.