Product Description
A foghorn blasts in the distance. A slight fog hovers over the ocean like a seagull suspended by the breeze. The waves crash at water’s edge, and the faded grey wooden planks of the dock creak as it rocks gently in rhythm with the sea. Boats moored offshore bob quietly in colors of deep green, red, and yellow. Summer has swept in inconspicuously and the air is balmy; the sandy beach is full of seashells & treasures yet to be found, reflecting off the beacon flash of the whitewashed lighthouse.
Yardage: 900, [980, 1150, 1340, 1530, 1580] yards, modeled with 2-3" of positive ease
ERRATA: Size 36 should read 43/58/85/58/43...one of the portions was missing!
Edgartown Light Knit Sweater by Alicia Plummer
What is Being Made
Edgartown Light is a knitted pullover sweater designed by independent designer Alicia Plummer. This garment is sized for a range of finished bust measurements from 32 inches up to 51 inches (82 to 130 centimeters), making it suitable for various body types. The sweater is crafted as a beginner-friendly knitting project, making it an excellent choice for knitters developing their skills in garment construction.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This sweater is worked using circular knitting methods, which allows for seamless construction in the round. Knitters have the option to use magic loop technique or double-pointed needles (DPNs) depending on their preference and experience level. The pattern requires two different needle sizes for shaping and texture variation, a common technique in sweater design that creates fitted ribbing and a more relaxed body.
The primary stitch used throughout the body of the garment is stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a flat, uniform appearance. Stockinette is one of the most fundamental knit stitches and is ideal for beginners learning garment construction, as it provides a clean canvas for fit and drape.
Gauge and Needles
The pattern is worked to a gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) when measured in stockinette stitch on the larger needles. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements.
Two circular needle sizes are required:
- US 7/4.5 mm circular needles (32 inches or longer) for the main body in stockinette stitch
- US 5/3.75 mm circular needles (32 inches or longer) for ribbed sections and shaping
Yarn and Materials
Edgartown Light is designed to be knitted with The Uncommon Thread Heavenly DK, a luxury yarn blend consisting of 70% baby alpaca, 20% silk, and 10% cashmere. This composition creates an exceptionally soft and breathable fabric ideal for warm-weather wear. The yarn is supplied in 100-gram skeins with 225 meters (246 yards) per skein.
Total yardage requirements vary by size:
- Size 32" (82 cm): 900 yards
- Size 36" (92 cm): 980 yards
- Size 40" (102 cm): 1,150 yards
- Size 44" (112 cm): 1,340 yards
- Size 47" (119 cm): 1,530 yards
- Size 51" (130 cm): 1,580 yards
Yarn Weight and Finished Fabric
The pattern calls for DK weight yarn, a medium-light yarn that produces a fabric with excellent drape and breathability. The combination of DK weight with the luxury fiber content of baby alpaca, silk, and cashmere creates a sweater suitable for layering or wearing as a standalone piece in mild weather conditions. The silk and cashmere components add subtle sheen and softness, while the alpaca provides warmth and loft without excessive weight.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | alicia plum |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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