DROPS Nepal
DROPS Nepal
65% Wool, 35% Alpaca
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DROPS 123-15
DROPS design: Pattern no NE-017B
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Size: S/M - L/XL
Materials: DROPS NEPAL
100-150 g colour no 0100, eco off-white

DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES size 4 mm - or size needed to get 19 sts x 25 rows in stocking st = 10 x 10 cm.
DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES size 3.5 mm - for rib.

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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 Nepal
DROPS Nepal
65% Wool, 35% Alpaca
from 2.40 £ /50g
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Pattern instructions

NOTE: This pattern is written in British English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from cm to inches - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in British and American English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in American English, please click here.
PATTERN:
See diagram M.1 to M.3. Diagrams show the pattern from RS and the pattern is worked in the round.
DECREASING TIP:
Dec as follows 2 sts before M.1: P2 tog into back of loop.
Dec as follows after M.1: P2 tog.
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LEFT MITTEN:
Cast on 50-50 sts on double pointed needles size 3.5 mm with Nepal and K 1 round. Continue in rib, K2/P3. When rib measures 2 cm dec all P3 to P2 = 40-40 sts. Continue in the round with K2/ P2 until rib measures 8-9 cm. Change to double pointed needles size 4 mm and K 1 round, AT THE SAME TIME dec 6-2 sts evenly = 34-38 sts. P 1 round, K 1 round and work next round as follows: M.1 (= 2 sts), P2-3, M.2 (= 11 sts), P2-3, M.1 (= 2 sts), P11-13, M.1 (= 2 sts) and finish with P2. Continue in pattern like this – NOTE: work 2 vertical repeats of M.2, then continue to P the 11 sts in ”berry motif”. When piece measures 11-13 cm work M.3 over M.1 at the end of round for thumb (with remaining sts as before). After M.3 there are 42-46 sts on needle. Now slip the 10 sts in M.3 (= thumb sts) on a stitch holder. Continue in pattern in the round as before AT THE SAME TIME cast on 2 new sts behind the thumb on next round (P these sts as you continue) = 34-38 sts. When mitten measures approx 24-26 cm (4 cm remain, try mitten on for correct measurement) dec 1 st each side of M.1 each side – See DECREASING TIP (= 4 dec sts). Repeat the dec on every other round a total of 5 times. AT THE SAME TIME on last round K tog into back of loop the 2 sts in M.1 each side = 12-16 sts left on needle. On next round P2 tog across the round. Cut the thread, pull it through remaining sts, tighten tog and fasten.

THUMB:
Slip the 10 thumb sts from stitch holder back on double pointed needles size 4 mm and pick up 6 sts behind the thumb = 16 sts. Continue in pattern as follows (make sure to have the cables over cables from before): M.1 (= 2 sts), P6, M.1 (= 2 sts) and P6. When the thumb measures approx 4-5 cm (1 cm remain, try mitten on for correct measurement) dec 1 st each side of M.1 – See DECREASING TIP. Repeat the dec on next round AT THE SAME TIME K2 tog into back of loop in M.1 each side = 6 sts left on needle. On next round P2 tog across the round. Cut the thread, pull it through remaining sts, tighten tog and fasten.

RIGHT MITTEN:
Like left mitten, but mirrored, i.e. work round 1 after the rib and garter st as follows: P2, M.1 (= 2 sts), P11-13, M.1, P2-3, M.2 (= 11 sts), P 2-3 and M.1. And when piece measures 11-13 cm work M.3 over M.1 at beg of round for thumb (work remaining sts as before).

This pattern has been corrected.

Updated online: 15.03.2017
New chart M.3 added.

Diagram

symbols = K
symbols = P
symbols = K2 in this st
symbols = 1 BOBBLE: Inc to 4 st in 1 st by working in front and back of loop alternately. Work 4 rows stocking st back and forth on these sts. Now pass 2nd st over 1st st, 3rd st over 1st st, 4th st over 1st st = 1 st left.
symbols = Slip 1 st on cable needle in front of piece, K1, K1 from cable needle
symbols = Slip 1 st on cable needle behind piece, K1, K1 from cable needle
symbols = Slip 1 st on cable needle behind piece, K1, P1 from cable needle
symbols = Slip 1 st on cable needle in front of piece, P1, K1 from cable needle
diagram
Do you have a question? See a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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 is only meant 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

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.

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?

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.

Click here for an overview of the yarns in each yarn group

At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn calculator, 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 calculator 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 calculated 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.

Click here to see our yarn calculator

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 calculator, 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 calculator will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

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

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 tension/gauge swatch

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.

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

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

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

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.

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 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.

On a jacket measures are never taken along bands, unless specifically stated. Always measure inside band stitches when measuring the length.

See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing

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.

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.

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.

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)

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

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

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?

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!

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.

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.

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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Comments / Questions (10)

country flag Inga Heafey wrote:

I am really enjoying this amazing pattern . Its so fun and rewarding to knit . Thank you so much for making all these wonderful patterns available. It's really fantastic . Thank you

16.10.2022 - 21:36

country flag Michelle Forbes wrote:

Thank you so much for all your help. I now have a lofely pair of mittens.

05.03.2018 - 14:29

country flag Michelle Forbes wrote:

Hello I am still confused. Are there not three M1 patterns throughout? One on the side of the mitten and one on either side of thumb gussett? Set Up : M1 (= 2 sts), P2-3, M.2 (= 11 sts), P2-3, M.1 (= 2 sts), P11-13, M.1 (= 2 sts) and finish with P2. Continue in pattern like this

02.03.2018 - 17:45

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Forbes, there were 3 repeats of M.1 until thumb, then you work M.3 over the sts on thumb and after slipping these sts on a st holder, you cast on 2 new sts that are worked P. There are now only 2 repeats of M.1. Happy knitting!

05.03.2018 - 07:54

country flag Michelle Forbes wrote:

Hello can you help please? If 3 M1's are consistant throughtout, would the final stich count before final decrease round be15, not 16?

02.03.2018 - 13:34

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Forbes, you are decreasing 1 st in both M.1 = 2 sts are decreased = 16 sts remain. Happy knitting!

02.03.2018 - 14:44

country flag Mariethe House wrote:

Bonjour Je rencontre un problème avec les augmentations pour le pouce. J'ai compris que le symbole "rond noir" signifiait qu'il fallait tricoter 2 fois la maille à l'endroit MAIS dans le diagramme de la base du pouce, ce point noir apparait avec le symbole de la maille envers: une croix. Là je dois dire que je ne comprends pas bien.Auriez vous la gentillesse de m'expliquer. Merci:o)

27.01.2017 - 22:13

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme House, tricotez ces mailles 2 fois à l'endroit (= alternativement dans le brin avant et le brin arrière), et au rang suivant, tricotez ces mailles soit à l'endroit, soit à l'envers, en fonction du diagramme. Bon tricot!

30.01.2017 - 10:38

Wendy Carl wrote:

The pattern is a bit confusing and could have been better understood if displayed on a full grid. Also, should M1 be reversed for the right side of the mitten to create an opposing pattern? The way the instructions are written, it makes creating the mitten MUCH harder than it should be. Can you rewrite it?

07.10.2014 - 16:34

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Carl, M.1 is not worked reversed but you can work it reversed if you rather like it that way. For any individual assistance, please remember you can contact the store where you bought your yarn. Happy knitting!

07.10.2014 - 17:28

country flag Daneyrole wrote:

Comment faire le pouce des moufles rops 23-15 je ne comprends pas l'explication merci

06.08.2012 - 11:40

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Daneyrole, dans notre vidéothèque, vous trouverez une vidéo intitulée "Moufle- tricoter le pouce". Ceci vous aidera certainement. Pour toute aide personnalisée, n'hésitez pas à contacter le magasin où vous avez acheté votre laine, il vous répondra même par mail ou téléphone. Bon tricot !

06.08.2012 - 12:18

country flag Daneyrole wrote:

Faut-il tricoter ces gants à l'aide de 4 aiguilles donc pas de couture mais combien de mailles sur chaq aiguille merci

22.06.2012 - 18:58

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Daneyrole, on répartit les mailles régulièrement sur les aiguilles doubles pointes. Vous pouvez soit multiplier par le nombre d'aiguilles utilisée, soit en fonction du motif. Bon tricot !

25.06.2012 - 08:56

country flag DROPS Deutsch wrote:

Der Diagrammtext ist angepasst.

07.02.2012 - 08:37

country flag Christiane wrote:

Hello, I think you need to do a correction in the German Explanation to pattern diagramm - M.1: I think it must be "1" st on cable needle in front of piece as it said in the English version. In the German explanation there is no number of stiches written down. Please tell me if I'm wrong. Chrsitane

07.02.2012 - 08:09