Spark

> Do you enjoy Andrea's patterns? [Sign up for the DreaReneeKnits Newsletter to receive sneak peeks of new patterns, exclusive introductory discounts, video tutorials, and other things she knows you'll love!!][1] > We hope you will join us for the Spark & Spice KAL from August 1 - October 17, hosted in the [Magpie Fibers Ravelry group][2] and in their [Facebook group][3] by [Kayla][4] & [Samm][5]! *I love a good shawl collar cardi! This bottom up, raglan cardigan gives a classic look a twist with all-over colorwork. Spark is knit in the round and then steeked and finished off with a garter shawl collar and cozy belt to keep out those wintry winds!* **SIZES** 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8, 9) **FINISHED BUST CIRCUMFERENCE** Worn with 2”/5 cm front bands overlapping: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50)(54, 58, 62, 66)” 86.5 (96.5, 107, 117, 127)(137, 147.5, 157.5, 167.5) cm *This sweater is intended to be worn with approximately 2-6”/5-15 cm positive ease. Sample is shown in Size 2 on a 35”/89 cm bust.* #sizeinclusive **YARN REQUIREMENTS** *These are just approximations. Total yarn usage will depend on the yarn you use (fiber content, ply, etc.), your personal gauge, and any modifications you may make.* Worsted Weight in 2 colors- MC - 528 (578, 626, 664, 722)(776, 831, 892, 963) g 1109 (1215, 1315, 1396, 1517)(1630, 1745, 1874, 2023) yds 1014 (1111, 1203, 1276, 1387)(1490, 1596, 1714, 1850) m CC - 129 (141, 153, 163, 177)(190, 203, 218, 236) g 388 (425, 461, 489, 531)(571, 611, 656, 709) yds 355 (389, 421, 447, 486)(522, 559, 600, 648) m **SUGGESTED YARN** [Magpie Fibers Nest Worsted (100 g/210 yds)][6] MC - Natural (White) - 6 (6, 7, 7, 8)(8, 9, 9, 10) skeins [Spincycle Dream State (50 g/150 yds)][7] CC - Mississippi Marsala (warm tone multi) - 3 (3, 4, 4, 4)(4, 5, 5, 5) skeins **SUGGESTED NEEDLES** Main Fabric: US 7/4.5 mm - 32”/80 cm to 40”/100 cm circular and pre- ferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or DPNs) Sleeve Fabric: US 8/5 mm - Preferred needles for small circumference (Magic Loop or DPNs) *OPTIONAL - In my experience, I have found that most of us knit tighter when working small circumference (IE sleeves) than larger circumference (IE body). Therefore, I HIGHLY recommend checking your sleeve gauge to make sure it is has not tightened up too much, resulting in sleeves that will be too small. If your gauge has tightened, I recommend going up a needle size (or more) to continue in the gauge required for this sweater. * Ribbing: US 5/3.75 mm - 32”/80 cm to 40”/100 cm circular and preferred needles for small circumference knitting. You may want a longer cord of 40”/100 cm to 60”/150 cm for knitting the shawl collar. (Use the needle size you need to achieve gauge, and size down 2 needle sizes for ribbing.) **NOTIONS** Stitch markers (5 fixed, 8 locking), waste yarn and/or stitch holders, tapestry needle, scissors, row counter (optional) **GAUGE** 20 sts & 22 rnds = 4”/10 cm *Measured over stockinette stitch knit in the round on Main Fabric needle, after blocking.* **TECHNIQUES TO INDULGE IN** Knitting Purling Steeking Stranded colorwork Chart reading Double knitting Short Rows Ribbing Casting on Binding off I-cord bind off Increasing Decreasing Kitchener stitch **YARN SUBSTITUTION IDEAS** [Click here to be directed to a pdf with some yarn substitution ideas! These yarns have not all been tested, so we can not guarantee their outcome, but we do hope they provide a jumping off point for inspiration!][8] [1]: http://eepurl.com/diPxsr [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/magpie-fibers/4051759/1-25 [3]: https://www.facebook.com/groups/702602993929173/?ref=share [4]: https://www.instagram.com/maressamade/ [5]: https://www.instagram.com/elemental_knitworks/ [6]: https://www.magpiefibers.com/spark-spice-cardigans [7]: https://spincycleyarns.com/collections/spark-spice [8]: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18sQylICixmToNAP_XNPlN9ahYMoeKgUL/view?usp=sharing