Design No 10308
A Modern Fair Isle sweater knitted in the round so you can enjoy creating this traditional pattern in bright contemporary shades of luxurious Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk, knowing you won’t have so much sewing-up to do before you can wear it.
Knitting Level: Advanced
You will also need: 1 4mm (UK8 – USA6) 60cm Circular Needle and 1 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) 40cm Circular Needle. 1 set of 4mm (UK8 – USA6) Double Pointed Needles and 1 set of 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) Double Pointed Needles. Stitch Holders.
About This Yarn
Treat yourself or someone special to this luxurious blend of soft cashmere, smooth silk and extra fine merino wool. A dream to knit or crochet, the soft fibres feel as good as they look. A sumptuous palette of grown-up shades inspired by a grand old English estate is ideal for sophisticated womenswear..
What’s it like to work with?
As rewarding to knit and crochet as it is to wear, the soft, plump stitches give crisp stitch definition to detailed colour-work and textured patterns.
What is it best for?
Makes up into a lightweight fabric with a beautiful drape, perfect for long-line cardigans, generous wraps and swinging ponchos as well as neat knits that add luxurious warmth without weight.
COMPOSITION
75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 20% Silk, 5% Cashmere
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TENSION
28 rows, 22sts
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BALL WEIGHT
50g
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YARN WEIGHT
Double Knitting
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YARN LENGTH
116 metres (127 yards)
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KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE
4mm (USA 6)
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CROCHET HOOK SIZE
4mm (USA F/5)
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WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
MACHINE WASHABLE, WOOL CYCLE, Wash Dark Colours Separately, Do Not Tumble, Dry Flat, Reshape While Wet, Do Not Iron
