DROPS Karisma
DROPS Karisma
100% Wool
from 2.30 £ /50g
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DROPS Children 12-11
HAT:
Size: 3/5 – 6/9 – 10/14 years

Materials: DROPS Karisma Superwash from Garnstudio
50-50-50 g colour no 01, off-white
50-50-50 g colour no 21, grey
50-50-50 g colour no 44, light grey
DROPS pointed needles size 4mm and double pointed needles size 4mm and 4.5mm

SCARF:
Measurements: approx 14x120 cm – 17x130 cm – 20x140 cm

Materials: DROPS Karisma Superwash from Garnstudio
100-100-100 g colour no 01, off-white
100-100-100 g colour no 21, grey
100-100-100 g colour no 44, light grey
DROPS pointed needles size 6mm

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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 Karisma
DROPS Karisma
100% Wool
from 2.30 £ /50g
Get the yarn to make this pattern from 20.70£.

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!

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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.
HAT:
Knitting tension: 20 sts x 26 rounds on needles size 4.5mm in stocking sts = 10 x 10 cm.
Garter sts (back and forth on needle): knit all rows.
Garter sts (round on double pointed needles): knit 1 round, purl 1 round.

Back piece incl earflaps: Cast on 54-62-70 sts on needle size 4mm with grey.
Read all of the following section before knitting it!
Knit 1 row over all sts, *knit 1 row over the first 12-14-16 sts, turn the piece and knit the row, knit 1 row over all sts, turn the piece and knit 1 row over the first 12-14-16 sts (the opposite side), turn the piece and knit the row, knit 1 row over all sts*, repeat from *-* but knit over 2 sts less each side for earflap every time (i.e. knit next row over the first 10-12-14 sts etc) until there are no sts left on earflap.
Hat: Cast on 26-30-30 sts between the earflaps mid front on double pointed needles size 4mm = 80-92-100 sts. Now finish the hat knitting round on double pointed needles. Knit 6 rounds of garter sts. Cut the thread and change to double pointed needles size 4.5mm and begin mid back. Knit 1 round in grey, change to light grey and knit 1 round, purl 1 round. Now knit M.1, on last round in dec 2 sts evenly in size 6/9. Finish the hat in light grey and stocking sts. At the same time when piece measures 8-9-10 cm insert 5 marking threads with 16-18-20 sts between each thread. Now dec 1 st after each marking thread by knitting 2 sts tog on every other round a total of 10 times and on every round a total of 4-6-8 times = 10 sts left. Cut the thread, pull it through remaining sts and sew. The hat measures approx 17-19-21 cm from mid front to the top.

SCARF:
Knitting tension: 17 sts x 34 rows on needles size 6mm in garter sts = 10 x 10 cm.
Garter sts (back and forth on needle: knit all rows.
Stripes: *10 cm grey, 10 cm light grey, 10 cm off-white*, repeat from *-*.

Cast on 24-29-34 sts on needle size 6mm with grey. Knit garter sts and stripes as described above (slip 1st st on row). Cast off when scarf measures approx 120-130-140 cm (after a whole stripe).

Diagram

symbols = grey
symbols = light grey
symbols = off-white
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 (12)

country flag Corinne wrote:

Bonjour auriez-vous l explication en taille 9/12mois? Merci bonne journée

20.08.2023 - 10:55

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Corinne, vous pouvez parcourir nos différents modèles pour trouver un dans la taille requise qui pourrait vous convenir: modèles bébé ou enfant. Bon tricot!

21.08.2023 - 09:35

country flag Corinne wrote:

Les dernières diminutions toujours après le marqueur?

07.07.2023 - 18:53

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Corinne, toutes les diminutions se font apres les marqueurs. Bon tricot!

25.07.2023 - 12:31

country flag Marilyn Mitchell wrote:

At the end of the diagram , pattern says in last row in decrease 2. Stitches evenly…… how many times should this be done? Size 6/9

13.02.2023 - 18:04

DROPS Design answered:

Hi Marilyn, You are only decreasing 2 stitches on the whole round, so you can decrease 1 stitch at the beginning of the round, then 1 stitch halfway through the round. Happy knitting!

14.02.2023 - 06:49

country flag Kari Agnew wrote:

Thank you for clarifying. For the hat size 3/5, when it says "At the same time when piece measures 8-9-10 cm / 3"-3½"-4" ", Where is the 3" measured from? From the front of the hat or from somewhere else? Thank you for your help.

17.12.2021 - 05:54

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Agnew, measure from the new part called "Hat", ie from mid front between earflaps (not from the bottom of earflaps/back piece). Happy knitting!

17.12.2021 - 08:35

country flag Kari Agnew wrote:

In the US, garter sts are knitted and stockinette sts are knit 1 round then purl the next round. Are your terms switched then? I want to verify what you said is accurate before I keep going. So garter, for you, is knit 1 round then purl1 round and stockinete sts are knitted all rounds?

11.12.2021 - 23:36

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Kari, Garter and stockinett stitches are the same in England and in teh US as well. If knitted ON THE ROUND garter is 1 knit round and 1 purl round (always knitting from teh RS), and stockinett is knitted on each round (always from the RS. ). If knitted flat (back and forth) Garter is always knitted (on the RS as well as the WS), and stockinett is knitted from the RS and purled from the WS. I hope this helps. Happy Stitching!

13.12.2021 - 04:10

country flag Kari Agnew wrote:

Hi, for the hat, when working the diagram, do you knit all rows or alternate between knit and purl? How can you tell by reading the diagram? It says to work it in stockinette stitch later on, since we are working in the round, does this mean that I continue to knit all rows as in garter or knit 1 row and then purl the next? Thanks.

05.12.2021 - 04:59

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Kari, the ear flaps are worked back and forth (knit all rows). The pattern in the hat is worked in the round and is worked in stocking stitch, which means that you knit all rounds (the garter stitch in the round is worked as:knit 1 row and purl 1 row). Happy knitting!

05.12.2021 - 17:07

country flag LHabel wrote:

Les diminutions commencent à 8-9-10 cm de hauteur totale. Cette hauteur totale est-elle calculée sur l'avant ou sur l'arrière du bonnet?

15.10.2021 - 00:25

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme LHabel, mesurez au milieu du devant du bonnet, à partir des nouvelles mailles montées entre les cache-oreilles. Bon tricot!

15.10.2021 - 07:56

country flag Eva Grip wrote:

Jag får inte mönstret att stämma: nackeoch öronlappar. Ska jag sticka varannan sida eller var sida för sig? Gör jag varannan blir det inte som på bilden. Öronlapparna blir inga snibbar. Vad gör jag för fel? Tack på förhand

11.10.2021 - 16:42

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Eva, jo du følger opskriften med vendingerne i hver side, det er først når du har strikket et stykke du kan se hvordan snibbarna bliver :)

13.10.2021 - 09:25

country flag Gabrielle Fortier wrote:

Bonjour, j aimerais voir une photo de la partie oreillettes de ce modele children 12-11 Merci

03.12.2020 - 18:06

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Fortier, nous n'avons pas d'autres photos pour ce modèle, je suis désolée, comment peut-on vous aider autrement?

04.12.2020 - 07:31

country flag MARIA MURILLO wrote:

EMPIEZA CON 62 PUNTOS, SE DISMINUYE 28 PUNTOS DE LAS OREJERAS, LUEGO AUMENTA 30 PUNTOS CENTRALES. DE ACUERDO AL PATRON QUEDAN 92 PUNTOS. Y LO QUE SE DISMINUYE? NO HE TENIDO PROBLEMAS CON OTROS PATRONES. GRACIAS

10.10.2020 - 18:57

DROPS Design answered:

Hola María, empiezas montando 62 puntos (parte posterior del gorro) y luego trabajar los puntos de las orejeras. Al terminar las orejeras, montas 30 puntos entre las dos orejeras para la parte delantera del gorro y recoges pts sobre los 62 puntos iniciales, para juntar todos los puntos. Las disminuciones son hacia abajo, por eso se tienen los 62 puntos iniciales disponibles para recoger y trabjaar la parte superior del gorro.

21.11.2020 - 00:10