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DROPS jersey knitted in stocking sts with “Vivaldi” and rib in “Alpaca”.

DROPS 100-21
Size: S – M – L – XL - XXL
Materials: Drops Vivaldi
100-100-100-150-150 g colour no. 22, light turquoise.
and use: Drops Alpaca
150-150-150-200-200 g colour no. 100, off white

DROPS circular and double pointed needles size 5 mm or the size needed to obtain the correct knitting tension.
DROPS circular and double pointed needles size 4 mm (for the 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 Vivaldi
DROPS Vivaldi
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Discontinued
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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.
Knitting tension: 17 sts x 24 rows on needles size 5 mm in stocking sts with 1 thread of Vivaldi = 10 x 10 cm.
Rib-1: *K3, P3*, repeat from *-*.
Rib-2: *K2, P2*, repeat from *-*

Back and front piece: Knit the piece around on circular needle. Cast on 156-168-180-204-228 sts on circular needle size 4 mm with 2 threads of Alpaca. Knit Rib-1 – see explanation above – until the piece measures 15 cm. Knit 1 round of stocking sts at the same time dec. 20-20-20-24-28 sts evenly distributed on round = 136-148-160-180-200 sts. Insert 3 marking threads (MT) in the piece: 1 MT in the beginning of round (= the middle of the first side), 1 MT after 34-37-40-45-50 sts (= at the mid front) and 1 MT after 68-74-80-90-100 sts (= the middle of the second side). Purl 1 round. Change to 1 thread of Vivaldi and knit 1 round of stocking sts. Change to circular needle size 5 mm and continue in stocking sts. At the same time when the piece measures 18 cm inc. 1 st each side of the MT at the sides on every 4-3-3-3.5-3.5 cm a total of 3-4-4-4-4 times = 148-164-176-196-216 sts. When the piece measures 28-28-28-30-30 cm cast off 1 st each side of the MT at the mid front = 146-162-174-194-214 sts. Continue to knit back and forth from the mid front. Dec. 1 st each side towards the neck on every other row 10-10-11-12-12 times and on every 4th row 5-6-6-6-6 times. At the same time when the piece measures 32-33-34-35-36 cm cast off 3 sts each side of the MT at the sides. Continue to knit the back and the front piece separately.

Front piece: Continue to dec. for the neck shape. At the same time continue to cast off for the armholes each side on every other row: 3 sts 0-0-0-1-1 times, 2 sts 1-2-3-3-5 times and 1 st 1-2-2-3-3 times. When all the cast off for the armholes and dec. for the neck shape are completed, 15-15-15-15-16 sts should be left for each shoulder. Knit until the piece measures 50-52-54-56-58 cm. Cast off loosely.

Back piece: Cast off for the armholes each side as done for the front piece = 62-64-66-68-70 sts.
When the piece measures 47-49-51-53-55 cm cast off the mid 30-32-34-36-36 sts. Continue to cast off 1 st each side towards the neck =15-15-15-15-16 sts left for each shoulder. Knit until the piece measures 50-52-54-56-58 cm. Cast off loosely.

Sleeve: Knit the piece around on needles. Cast on 42-48-48-54-54 sts with double pointed needles size 4 mm with 2 threads of Alpaca. Knit Rib-1 – see explanation above – until the piece measures 10 cm. Knit 1 round of stocking sts at the same time dec. 4-8-8-10-10 sts evenly distributed = 38-40-40-44-44 sts. Insert a MT at the beginning of round = mid underneath the sleeve. Purl 1 round. Change to 1 thread of Vivaldi and knit 1 round of stocking sts. Change to double pointed needles size 5 mm and continue in stocking sts. At the same time when the piece measures 12 cm inc. 1 st each side of the MT underneath the sleeve on every 5-4-3-3-2,5 cm a total of 8-9-11-11-14 times = 54-58-62-66-72 sts. When the piece measures 49-48-47-46-47 cm cast off 3 sts each side of the MT. Continue to knit back and forth. Then cast off for the sleeve cap each side on every other row 2 sts 2-2-2-2-3 times and 1 st 4-5-6-8-8 times. Continue to cast off 2 sts each side until the piece measures 57-57-57-57-59 cm. Then cast off 3 sts each side. Cast off remaining sts when the piece measures approx. 58-58-58-58-60 cm.

Assembly: Sew the shoulder seams. Sew in the sleeves.

Neck: Pick up 144 to 172 sts around the neck on double pointed needles size 4mm with 1 thread of Vivaldi. Change to 2 threads of Alpaca. Knit 1 round of stocking sts at the same time adjust the number of sts to 124 – 152 sts (divisible with 4). Purl 1 round. Continue with Rib-2 – see explanation above – until the neck edge measures approx. 5 cm. Cast off loosely with K over K and P over P.



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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 (14)

country flag Lena Grönvall wrote:

Ska rundstickan vara 60 eller 80 cm lång?

23.03.2024 - 15:07

country flag Sara wrote:

Buongiorno potreste tradurre in italiano questo modello ? È davvero bellissimo ma non capisco perché alcuni modelli che fra l altro sono molto belli non vengano tradotti in italiano

05.12.2022 - 13:50

DROPS Design answered:

Buonasera Sara, tradurremo questo modello in italiano nei prossimi giorni. Stiamo cercando di tradurre anche i modelli più vecchi: in ogni caso, se desidera una traduzione può commentare sotto il modello proprio come ha fatto. Buon lavoro!

05.12.2022 - 19:12

country flag Uta wrote:

Guten Tag, für das Bündchen soll Drops Alpaka zweifädig mit Nadel 4 verwendet werden. Welche Maschenprobe ist hier vorgesehen? Danke für deine Antwort.

06.03.2022 - 16:59

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Uta, Maschenprobe ist ca 19 Maschen glattrechts mit 2 Fäden Alpaca = 10 cm in der Breite. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

07.03.2022 - 09:17

country flag Margarita Torrijos Cano wrote:

Estoy terminando el jersey pero tengo problemas con las mangas. A partir de qué llegó a rematar los primeros 3 puntos a cada lado. No entiendo muy bien. Hay que tejer ida y vuelta. Cuando se refiere a hileras se refiere a ida y vuelta o solo a una y hay que rematar o que disminuir cada vez. Porque serían muchos cortes de hilo no?

12.01.2022 - 18:47

country flag Elisa wrote:

Bonjour Madame.Je bute complètement arrivé au moment où il faut tricoter en allers/retours pour le corps du pull et diminuer côté encolure ts les 2 rangs puis tous les 4: il n'y aura donc dans un 1er temps qu'un côté diminué, c'est bien cela? Quand diminuons-nous de l'autre côté? Si on diminue sur l'envers, pour l'autre côté, nous diminuerons sur l'endroit, par exemple? Merci, je n'arrive plus à avancer, pour ce modèle où, d'habitude, on met des mailles en attente...Merci!

31.03.2016 - 12:17

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Elisa, on doit d'abord rabattre (et non diminuer, correction faite) 1 m de chaque côté du marqueur du milieu devant, puis on continue en allers et retours en diminuant pour l'encolure au début de chaque rang de chaque côté (= on commence les rangs par l'encolure, on diminue sur l'endroit et sur l'envers) tous les 2 puis tous les 4 rangs. Quand on divise pour terminer le dos et le devant séparément, chaque devant se terminera séparément (une épaule puis l'autre). Bon tricot!

31.03.2016 - 13:53

country flag Bao wrote:

Pour ce très joli modèle, les aiguilles double-pointe peuvent-elles être remplacées par des aiguilles circulaires?

22.06.2015 - 13:31

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Bao, vous pouvez tout à fait utiliser une circulaire au lieu des doubles pointes en ajustant la longueur (plus courte) ou en utilisant la technique du magic loop - voir vidéo ci-dessous. Bon tricot!

22.06.2015 - 18:25

country flag Hanna wrote:

"Halskant: sticka upp 144-172 m runt halsen." Vad betyder det? Hur många maskor ska man lägga upp för halskanten om man stickar strl M?

27.07.2014 - 16:28

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Hanna. Du skal tage op mellem 144 til 172 m. Du skal tage op et antal jævnt langs halskanten, så de bliver pænt. I første pind tager du så ind til et antal mellem 124 og 152 m (delelig med 4). Hvis 144 er S og 172 XXL, kommer du nok ud på ca 150 m.

06.08.2014 - 17:21

country flag Siv J wrote:

Denne var elegant ja, og ringningen var kjempefin.

22.02.2007 - 18:25

country flag Elin Aune wrote:

FIN!

25.01.2007 - 13:36

country flag Fie wrote:

Enig med Birgitta, pluss at inndelingen av fargene er spesiell og fin.

08.01.2007 - 21:52