Spice

> 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]! *This cozy cardigan is knit from the bottom up, in the round, with all-over colorwork and then steeked. Finished off with a garter stitch shawl collar and pockets, Spice is the cardigan you will be reaching for from early Fall to the last cool nights of Spring!* **SIZES** 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8) #sizeinclusive **FINISHED CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE** Worn with front bands overlapping: 38 (42, 46, 50, 54)(58, 62, 66)” 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 38”/96.5 cm chest.* **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 - 615 (665, 732, 774, 834)(892, 957, 1037) g 1288 (1398, 1539, 1626, 1753)(1874, 2010, 2178) yds 1178 (1278, 1407, 1487, 1603)(1713, 1837, 1992) m CC - 150 (166, 183, 193, 200)(223, 239, 259) g 450 (500, 549, 580, 600)(669, 717, 778) yds 411 (456, 502, 531, 548)(612, 656, 711) m **SUGGESTED YARN** [Magpie Fibers Nest Worsted (100 g/210 yds)][6] MC - Natural Twilight (grey) - 7 (7, 8, 8, 9)(9, 10, 11) skeins [Spincycle Dream State (50 g/150 yds)][7] CC - Lapis (blue) - 3 (4, 4, 4, 4)(5, 5, 6) 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 (5, 5, 5, 5)(6, 6, 6) - 1”/25 mm buttons, waste yarn for afterthought pockets and lifelines, and waste yarn, spare needles and/or stitch holders for holding sts, tapestry needle, scissors, row counter (optional) **GAUGE** 20 sts & 22 rnds = 4”/10 cm *Measured over Chart A stitch pattern knit in the round on Main Fabric needle, after blocking.* **TECHNIQUES TO INDULGE IN** Knitting Purling Steeking Stranded colorwork Chart reading Afterthought pockets using lifelines and waste yarn Short Rows Ribbing Casting on Binding off I-cord bind off Increasing Decreasing Kitchener stitch Buttonholes **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=drivesdk