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Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool
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Product Description
Quick and easy to make.
Made to be worn oversized
Sizes Xs -med (for chest size up to 36inches) Sizes Med-large (for chest size up to 40inches)
Sizes Large-X large (for chest size up to 44inches)
Materials: 1 ball of Stylecraft SpeciAran with wool (400g)
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OTHER SUITABLE YARNS ARE: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran weight or medium worsted weight yarn) or Any brand of Aran yarn that says it requires 5mm(us8) knitting needles will work.(this will be written on the ball band) (approximately 630metres for size Xs- med, 700metres for med-large and 750metres for large- xlarge) However we will be using a Size 12mm crochet hook You will need to know the basic stitches (US TERMS) such as Double Crochet (DC). PATTERN HAS WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS AND PICTURE INSTRUCTIONS TO HELP YOU.
Have fun!!
This pattern is for personal use only, permission to sell finished item but the pattern is copyrighted so is NOT permitted to be resold.
Oversized Cropped Crochet Top by Paula Rock
What is Being Made
This is an oversized cropped crochet top designed by Paula Rock from CarraigDesignsCrafts. The garment is intentionally constructed to be worn with an oversized fit and features a cropped length. The pattern is available in three size ranges to accommodate different chest measurements: XS-Med (up to 36 inches), Med-Large (up to 40 inches), and Large-XL (up to 44 inches).
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This project uses fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The primary stitch pattern employed is lace stitch, which creates an open, textured fabric ideal for a lightweight top. The pattern utilizes basic crochet abbreviations in US terms:
- CH – Chain stitch, the foundation stitch for all crochet work
- DC – Double crochet, a versatile mid-height stitch that forms the body of the garment
The lace stitch pattern combines these fundamental stitches to create an airy, decorative fabric. According to the pattern specifications, the gauge is 3 double crochets by 3 double crochets equals 10 centimeters when worked in the lace stitch pattern. This gauge measurement is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions of the garment.
Materials and Tools Required
The pattern calls for aran weight yarn, which is a medium-weight yarn classification. The designer specifies Stylecraft Aran With Wool as the primary yarn choice. Suitable alternative aran weight yarns include Red Heart Super Saver or any aran weight yarn that indicates a requirement for 5mm (US 8) knitting needles on the ball band.
Yardage requirements vary by size:
- XS-Med size: approximately 630 metres
- Med-Large size: approximately 700 metres
- Large-XL size: approximately 750 metres
For this project, despite the yarn weight typically associated with knitting needles, the pattern uses a size 12mm (P) crochet hook. Additional supplies needed include a tapestry sewing needle for finishing and scissors for cutting yarn.
Difficulty Level and Learning Curve
This pattern is rated as beginner level, making it accessible to those new to crochet. The designer notes that the project is quick and easy once you learn to do the lace stitch. For crafters unfamiliar with the lace stitch technique, video tutorials are available on Paula Rock's YouTube channel to provide visual guidance and clarification of the stitch construction.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Featured Products: | Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Paula Rock |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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