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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here
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DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk uni colour 77% Alpaca, 23% Silk 3.95 $ /25g Order |
Clicking the ORDER button will redirect you to Wool Warehouse Direct Ltd website
The yarn cost is calculated from the pattern’s smallest size and the yarn’s cheapest product type. Looking for an even better price? You might find it on the DROPS Deals!
All measurements in charts are in cm.
= K from RS, P from WS | |
= P from RS, K from WS | |
= slip 1 st on cable needle behind piece, K 1, K 1 from cable needle | |
= slip 1 st on cable needle in front of piece, K 1, K 1 from cable needle | |
= slip 1 st on cable needle behind piece, K 1, P 1 from cable needle | |
= slip 1 st on cable needle in front of piece, P 1, K 1 from cable needle | |
= K 2 tog | |
= slip 1 st as if to K, K 1, psso. | |
= slip 1 st as if to K, K 2 tog, psso. | |
= P 3 tog | |
= work 3 sts in 1 st as follows: K 1, P 1, K 1. | |
= 1 BOBBLE: Work 4 sts in 1 st by working alternately in front and back loop of st 4 times. Work 4 rows in stocking st back and forth over these sts. Then pass 2nd st on right needle over 1st st, then slip 3rd st over 1st st and then 4th st over 1st st (= 1 st remain) | |
= slip 3 sts on cable needle behind piece, K 3, K 3 from cable needle | |
= slip 3 sts on cable needle in front piece, K 3, K 3 from cable needle | |
= 1 YO between 2 sts |
Each of our patterns has specific tutorial videos to help you.
These step-by-step tutorials might also help you:
Why is the knitting/crochet tension so important?
Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size only serve as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.
The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
How do I know how many balls of yarn I need?
The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.
Can I use a different yarn than what the pattern suggests?
The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.
Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.
See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?
What are the yarn groups?
All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.
How do I use the yarn converter?
At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn converter, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the converter will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).
If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be converted separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.
Why do you show discontinued yarns in the patterns?
Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn converter, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.
It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.
The yarn converter will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.
What size should I knit?
If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.
You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart
Why do I get the wrong knitting tension with the suggested needle size?
The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.
Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
Why is the pattern worked top-down?
Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.
The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.
How do I work according to a knitting diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.
When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.
When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
How do I work according to a crochet diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.
When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.
When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.
When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.
The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
How do I work several diagrams simultaneously on the same row/round?
Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.
The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
Why are the sleeves shorter in larger sizes?
The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.
Where on the garment is the length measured?
The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder (usually closest to the neckline), and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.
See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing
What is a repeat?
Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.
Why does the piece start with more chain stitches than it’s worked with?
Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.
Why increase before the rib edge when the piece is worked top-down?
The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.
Why increase in the cast-off edge?
It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.
See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)
How do I increase/decrease on every 3rd and 4th row/round alternately?
To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.
See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately
How can I work a jacket in the round instead of back and forth?
Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.
See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open
Can I work a jumper back and forth instead of in the round?
Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.
See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?
Why is the pattern slightly different than what I see in the photo?
Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.
Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!
How do I make a women’s size garment into a men’s size one?
If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.
Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.
How do I prevent a hairy garment from shedding?
All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.
Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding
Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:
1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.
2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.
3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.
4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.
Why does my garment pill?
Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.
You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.
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Knitted DROPS pillow case with different patterns in Alpaca and “Brushed Alpaca Silk”.
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GARTER ST (worked in the round): 1 ridge = 2 rounds. * K 1 round and P 1 round *, repeat from *-*. PATTERN: See diagrams A.1 to A.4. Diagrams show 1 repetition of pattern seen from RS, no of sts in A.2 will vary from 15 to 23 sts. ---------------------------------------------------------- PILLOW: Worked in the round on circular needle. Cast on 172 sts on circular needle size 4 mm / US 6 with 1 strand Alpaca + 1 strand Brushed Alpaca Silk (= 2 strands). Work 2 ridges in GARTER ST - see explanation above. Insert 1 marker in each side. Then K 1 round while inc 13 sts evenly over the first 86 sts = 185 sts. Work as follows: 2 sts in garter st, A.1 (= 4 sts) over 12 sts, A.2 (= 15 sts), A.1 over 12 sts, A.3 (= 23 sts), A.1 over 12 sts, A.4 (= 17 sts), 6 sts in garter st, finish with 86 sts in stockinette st. REMEMBER THE KNITTING GAUGE Continue pattern like this until A.3 has been worked 6 times vertically (no of sts will not be the same as when starting to work after diagram since no of sts in A.2 varies depending on where you are in diagram). Work 2 ridges, AT THE SAME TIME on first round dec 13 sts evenly between first and second marker. Bind off. ASSEMBLY: Fold piece at the markers. Sew top edge edge to edge in outer loops of edge sts. Fill the pillow casing with a pillow and then sew in bottom edge. |
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Comments / Questions (9)
Pat P wrote:
Hello! I am having problems with the leaf part in A2. DROPS snowbead pattern. Where/how do I increase and decrease stitches in the centre 15-23 sts of this motif? I’m sure I’m missing something somewhere but I can’t find it! I have successfully followed DROPS patterns before. Thank you.
01.11.2023 - 23:26DROPS Design answered:
Dear Pat, you will increase in the middle of A.1 on the rows 5, 7, 9 and 11 with the 2 yarn overs on each side of the middle stitch; then you will decrease on each side of the leaf on rows 15, 17, 19, 21. Happy knitting!
02.11.2023 - 17:41Nicole wrote:
Hallo, die Diagrammlegende von Muster A1 ist nicht korrekt !! Wenn ich nach der Angabe die Maschen links in denHin-Reihen stricke, befindet sich das Muster, wie auf dem Foto zu sehen leider auf der linken Seite des fertigen Kissens. Vielleicht möchten Sie das korrigieren, da ich gelesen habe, dass es anderen auch schon aufgefallen ist. DANKE
13.12.2021 - 18:36DROPS Design answered:
Liebe Nicole, Diagramlegende is korrekt, M.1 ist Bombeermuster, das auf dem Foto zu sehen ist (1. Foto: ganz rechts, dann nach dem Blattmuster und nch dem Muster mit Noppen). Dieses Video zeigt, wie man so ein Brombeermuster in Reihen strickt (hier wird es in Runden wie im Diagram beschrieben ist). Viel Spaß beim stricken!
14.12.2021 - 07:55Eva Van Asten wrote:
Hallo, Bedankt voor de reactie. Het beschreven bobbeltje van uw reactie is ook geen probleem, die lukt perfect! De vraag die ik gesteld had ging over patroon A.1. Dit stukje krijg ik enkel gebreid als op de foto wanneer ik alle averechte steken rechts brei en andersom. Hoe komt dat? Groetjes Eva!
02.01.2021 - 15:13Eva Van Asten wrote:
Ik heb eenzelfde vraag als Hanneke. Hoe komt het dat bij het patroon A.1 het bobbeltje aan de achterkant verschijnt? Groetjes Eva
30.12.2020 - 19:17DROPS Design answered:
Dag Eva,
Als je de bobbel breit, brei je ter plekke 4 naalden heen en weer over die 4 steken, waarna je de steken over elkaar heen haalt, tot dat er 1 steek over blijft, daarna brei je de naald weer verder. Op ie manier komt de bobbel gewoon aan de voorkant.
02.01.2021 - 14:59Pat wrote:
Hi I’ve never done a knitting chart before and I’m a little confused about A2 chart on how many stitches is in the group
28.10.2020 - 14:34DROPS Design answered:
Dear Pat, A.3 is worked first over 15 stitches but you will increase in the middle of the diagram for the leaf = there will be 23 sts in A.2 when all stitches have been increased, you will then decrease stitches for leaf = there will be 15 sts again when last row in diagram has been worked. This lesson might help you to understand how to read diagrams. Happy knitting!
28.10.2020 - 15:40Truida Van Der Veen wrote:
Aangezien het aantal st in A.2 varieert in de hoogte. Hoe kom ik van 15 naar 23 steken? In welke toer ga ik meerderen?
10.03.2019 - 15:19DROPS Design answered:
Dag Truida,
Alle meerderingen of minderingen zijn al opgenomen in het telpatroon. Doordat je omslagen maakt of steken samen breit varieert het aantal steken, maar hiervoor hoef je zelf niets te doen; je kunt gewoon het telpatroon volgen.
12.03.2019 - 15:38VASSILIKI ARGYRI wrote:
Hello. Is it possible to knit this pattern back and forth instead of round? In this case, how do I read the charts? Thank you
03.06.2018 - 22:29DROPS Design answered:
Dear Mrs Argyri, you will find here how to adapt a pattern into straight needles. Read diagrams from RS from the bottom corner on the right side towards the left and from WS from the left towards the right when working back and forth. Happy knitting!
04.06.2018 - 09:37Margreet Maseland wrote:
Bij uitleg van het telpatroon wordt er gesproken over de verkeerde kant van het werk, maar bij rondbreien is er toch geen verkeerde kant. Ook het antwoord op bovenstaande vraag van Hanneke begrijp ik niet. .
06.10.2017 - 18:15DROPS Design answered:
Hallo Margreet, Er is natuurlijk wel een verkeerde kant van het werk, maar je breit steeds op de goede kant als je in de rondte breit. Bij al onze telpatronen zijn alle naalden weergegeven. En alle naalden zijn aan de goede kant weergegeven. Als er bij de symbolen b.v. staat Recht aan de goede kant, averecht aan de verkeerde kant dan brei je dus in dit geval steeds recht, omdat je bij rondbreien steeds op de goede kant breit. Het antwoord op Hanneke moest zijn dat je telkens meerdert en mindert over deze 4 steken (en wel steeds weer op 4 steken uitkomt).
07.10.2017 - 16:08Hanneke Van Dijk wrote:
Figuur A1 brei je in de 2e naald 3 av samen. Maar je breit rond, niet heen en weer. Als je nu av samen breit, zit het bobbeltje achter je breiwerk. Klopt dat wel?
04.12.2016 - 20:37DROPS Design answered:
Hoi Hanneke. Nee, je moet niet het patroon verschuiven. Je meerdert en meerdert steeds over dezelfde steken.
05.12.2016 - 14:27