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Caledonia
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The Fibre Co. Lore
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Product Description
Caledonia gets its name from the old Roman word for Scotland. The Argyle cabled diamond and twisted stitch pattern with the textured pattern conjures up the spirit of the Scotland highlands.
Caledonia is a slightly cropped jumper with set in sleeves. It is knitted in DK weight Lore from The Fibre Company. The jumper is worked flat in pieces: back, front and two sleeves. The pieces are worked from the ribbed bottom edging up. The neckband is picked up from the neck cast-off edge and knitted in the round. The lower part of the garment and sleeves has an Argyle diamond pattern constructed from a cable and twisted stitch pattern against a background of reverse stocking stitch; the upper parts have a textured moss stitch pattern. The cable pattern can be worked from a chart or from written instructions as you prefer.
Yarn: The Fibre Company Lore (DK; 250 m/273 yds per 100g hank; 100% Lambswool) 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8) hanks shown in shade Happiness
Caledonia Knitted Jumper by Sylvia Watts-Cherry
What is Being Made
Caledonia is a slightly cropped knitted jumper with set-in sleeves, designed by Sylvia Watts-Cherry under the brand With Cherries on Top. The garment draws inspiration from a trip to Edinburgh, with its name derived from the old Roman word for Scotland. This modern, versatile piece is styled to complement both wild highland landscapes and contemporary urban settings, making it suitable for a range of occasions and environments.
Design and Pattern Details
The jumper features an Argyle cabled diamond pattern combined with twisted stitch work and textured patterning throughout. These traditional Scottish-inspired motifs create visual depth and authentic highland character while the modern silhouette ensures the finished garment feels current and wearable. The interplay between classic cable and twisted stitches produces a sophisticated, multi-dimensional fabric surface.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
- Cable knitting: Used to create the distinctive Argyle diamond formations that anchor the design
- Twisted stitches: Incorporated throughout to add textural interest and visual complexity
- Textured patterning: Combined with cables and twisted stitches to enhance the overall aesthetic
- Flat knitting in pieces: The jumper is worked flat in separate pieces (back, front, and sleeves) before assembly
- Set-in sleeve construction: Sleeves are shaped and sewn into armholes for a fitted, tailored appearance
Materials and Yarn Specifications
Caledonia is knitted in DK weight yarn, specifically Lore from The Fibre Company. DK weight provides excellent stitch definition, making it ideal for showcasing the intricate cable and twisted stitch patterns. This yarn weight offers a balanced fabric that is neither too heavy nor too delicate, suitable for an intermediate-level knitter.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it appropriate for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle cable work, twisted stitches, and garment shaping techniques including set-in sleeves.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Featured Products: | The Fibre Co. Lore |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | With Cherries on Top |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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