Mysig in Kiruna

Mysig in Kiruna Knit Pattern by Bunnymuff

What Is Being Made

Mysig in Kiruna is a decorative knit project designed by independent designer bunnymuff (Mona Zillah). The word "mysig" is a Swedish term meaning cosy, describing something that affords comfort, warmth, and pleasantness. This intermediate-level knitting pattern creates a decorative piece suitable for adding warmth and aesthetic appeal to your space or wardrobe.

Craft and Techniques

This is a knitting pattern provided in downloadable PDF format. The pattern employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques to create its finished design:

• Long-tail cast on - The primary cast-on method used to create the foundation stitches for the project
• I-cord technique - An advanced detail created by casting on stitches onto double-pointed needles (DPN) or circular needles, slipping stitches without turning the work, and knitting across with the working yarn positioned to the left, then repeating until the desired length is achieved
• Provisional cast-on - Uses waste yarn and a crochet hook to create temporary stitches that can be picked up later
• Basic decrease stitches - Including k2tog (knit two stitches together) for shaping

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes classic knitting stitches including knit stitches (k) as the foundational stitch, combined with decreases such as k2tog for shaping and texture development. The I-cord technique adds dimensional detail to the finished piece.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern is designed for Aran weight yarn, classified as an intermediate yarn weight that creates a fabric with good drape and structure. The recommended yarn is Highland Worsted by Cloudborn Fibers, a 100% wool yarn offering 221 yards (202 meters) per 100-gram skein.

The pattern requires approximately 1 skein each of three coordinating colors:

• MC (Main Color) - Antique White
• CC1 (Contrast Color 1) - Dolphin Blue
• CC2 (Contrast Color 2) - Slate Heather

Needles and Tools

The pattern calls for two needle sizes to create proper gauge and structure:

• 3.0mm needles (US No. 2.5) - Used for sections requiring a tighter gauge
• 3.5mm needles (US No. 4) - Used for the main knitting sections

Additional tools include double-pointed needles (DPN) or circular needles for I-cord work, a crochet hook for the provisional cast-on technique, and waste yarn for temporary stitches.

Pattern Support

For questions or pattern support, contact the designer at mona8pi@gmail.com.