Manufacturer: Sirdar
Design No 10131
Chill in the air? Take on the cold with our fairisle sweater. Crafted from a wool blend, this easy-to-wear number features a fairisle yoke knitted in the round. Balance out the loose proportions by rolling up the long sleeves and half-tucking the hem.
You'll also need: 3¼mm (UK10 - US3) 80cm Circular Needle and 1 3¼mm (UK10 - US3) 40cm Circular Needle. 1 2¾mm (UK12 - US2) 80cm Circular Needle and 1 2¾mm (UK12 - US2) 40cm Circular Needle. 1 set of 3¼mm (UK10 - US3) Double Pointed Needles and 1 set of 2¾mm (UK12 - US2) Double Pointed Needles if required for sleeves. Stitch Holders and Stitch Markers.
More Information:About This Yarn
A firm favourite in a finer weight, Country Classic 4 Ply is perfect for light layers. Boasting beautiful shades inspired by the British countryside, the 50/50 blend of pure wool and acrylic feels wonderfully soft on the skin.
What's it like to work with?
This yarn feels soft and warm as you knit and you'll notice amazing stitch definition, which is perfect for showcasing intricate colour-work or fancy stitches.
What is it best for?
Created with lightweight layers in mind, this yarn is perfect for Fair Ise and intarsia patterns, lace-like panels and all over-fancy stitched for elegant womenswear.
COMPOSITION
50% Merino Wool 50% Acrylic
TENSION
28 sts x 36 rows to 10 cm / 4 inches
BALL WEIGHT
50g
YARN WEIGHT
4 Ply
YARN LENGTH
200 metres (218 yards)
KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE
3.25 mm (USA 3)
CROCHET HOOK SIZE
3.25 mm (USA D/3)
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
40 Machine Wash / Wool Cycle
