DROPS Silke Alpaca
DROPS Silke Alpaca
80% Wool, 20% Silk
Discontinued
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DROPS jacket with raglan in DROPS Silke Alpaca or DROPS Paris. Size 7 – 14 years.

DROPS 111-8
Size: 7/8 - 9/10 - 11/12 - 13/14 years
Size in cm: 122/128-134/140-146/152-158/164

Materials: DROPS SILKE ALPACA from Garnstudio
350-400-450-450 g colour no 4010, pearl grey

Eller bruk:
DROPS PARIS from Garnstudio
300-350-400-400 g colour no 23, light grey

DROPS DOUBLE POINTED and CIRCULAR NEEDLE (80 cm) size 4.5 mm - or size needed to get 17 sts x 22 rows in stocking st = 10 x 10 cm.
DROPS DOUBLE POINTED and CIRCULAR NEEDLE (80 cm) size 4 mm – for garter st.
DROPS METAL BUTTON no 542: 3 pcs.

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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 Silke Alpaca
DROPS Silke Alpaca
80% Wool, 20% Silk
Discontinued
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Pattern instructions

GARTER ST (back and forth on needle): K all rows.

GARTER ST (in the round): K 1 round, P 1 round

BUTTONHOLES:
Make buttonholes on right front band. 1 buttonhole = cast off 4th st from mid front and cast on 1 new st on return row.
Make buttonholes when piece measures:
SIZE 7/8 years: 25, 32 and 39 cm
SIZE 9/10 years: 27, 34 and 41 cm
SIZE 11/12 years: 29, 36 and 43 cm
SIZE 13/14 years: 31, 38 and 45 cm

KNITTING TIP:
If your knitting tension is too tight, the raglan will be too short and the armhole too small. You may compensate for this by working 1 extra round without dec with regular intervals in between rounds with dec.

DECREASING TIP (applies to raglan):
Make all dec from RS.
Before marker: K2 tog
After marker: slip1 st as if to K, K1, psso
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JACKET:
Worked back and forth on circular needle.
Cast on 138-146-150-158 sts (includes 12 front band sts each side towards mid front) on circular needle size 4 mm with Silke-Alpaca or Paris. Work 6 rows garter st – see above. Insert 2 markers in piece, 37-39-40-42 sts in from each side (back piece = 64-68-70-74 sts). Change to circular needle size 4.5 mm and continue in stocking st with 12 garter sts each side (= front bands). REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION! When piece measures 8 cm dec 1 st on each side of both markers and repeat the dec on every 9-9-10-10 cm a total of 3 times (= 4 dec per row) = 126-134-138-146 sts. Remember BUTTONHOLES on right front piece – see above. When piece measures 31-32-33-34 cm cast off 8 sts each side for armhole (= 4 sts on each side of marker) = 110-118-122-130 sts. Put piece aside and knit the sleeves.

SLEEVE:
Worked in the round on double pointed needles. Cast on 46-50-52-56 sts on double pointed needles size 4 mm. Insert a marker at beg of round (= mid under arm). Work garter st – see above. When piece measures 8 cm cast off 4 sts on each side of marker = 38-42-44-48 sts. Put piece aside and knit the other sleeve

YOKE:
SEE KNITTING TIP! Slip sleeves on the same circular needle size 4.5 mm as body piece where cast off for armholes = 186-202-210-226 sts. Insert a marker in all transitions between body piece and sleeves = 4 markers. Now dec for raglan – SEE DECREASING TIP! NOTE! Make the first 2 dec on body piece only and not on the sleeves. Dec on every 4th row 3-3-3-4 times and then on every other row 11-13-14-15 times. AT THE SAME TIME when piece measures 38-40-42-44 cm slip 6 sts each side on stitch holders for neck and cast off to shape the neckline at the beg of every row: 2 sts 2 times and 1 st 2 times. When all dec are complete there are 58-58-58-58 sts on row. Pick up 18-18-20-20 sts (incl sts on stitch holders) along neckline on each front piece = 94-94-98-98 sts. Work 10 rows garter st, AT THE SAME TIME dec 14-10-10-6 sts evenly on first row = 80-84-88-92 sts. Remember the last buttonhole! Cast off.

ASSEMBLY: Sew opening under arms. Sew on buttons.

Diagram

diagram measurements

Each of our patterns has specific tutorial videos to help you.

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 (38)

country flag Sue wrote:

What size is a metal button number 542

09.10.2022 - 16:16

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Sue, they are 23mm buttons. Happy knitting!

09.10.2022 - 19:50

country flag Velia Antila wrote:

Can this pattern be enlarged for an adult size 16? and how can I acquire such changes. Would appreciate a reply, many thnaks.

26.09.2021 - 22:01

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Velia, please see the adult version of this sweater HERE. Happy Stitching!

27.09.2021 - 03:35

country flag Jocelyne Royer wrote:

Je fais le patron violet petal kids 7 ans. J'avais186 mailles et je fais les diminutions suivantes: 2 premières dim. 8 mailles (dos et devants), la 3e dim. 8 mailles (dos, devants et manches), 11 dim de 8 mailles (88), en attente 12 M, dim pour encolure 6 mailles pour un total de 122 mailles de dim. Il me reste 64 mailles et non 58. Qu'est-ce qui m'échappe? Merci pour votre réponse et félicitations pour votre site et votre disponibilité. Jocelyne Royer

24.05.2021 - 21:56

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Royer, vous diminuez d'abord 2 fois 4 m (= dos, devants) puis encore 1 fois tous les 4 rangs mais 8 m cette fois et ensuite tous les 2 rangs 11 fois 8 m = 186 - 2x4 - 1x8 - 11x8 - 24 m (encolure: 6 m en attente + 2x2 m + 2 x1 m de chaque côté) = il reste 58 m. Bon tricot!

25.05.2021 - 09:11

country flag Nerea wrote:

Buongiorno. Modello 215-35. Lavorare il bordo del collo in piano? Confezione-2 Cucire il bordo del collo e l'ultima cucitura della spalla?

01.02.2021 - 08:11

DROPS Design answered:

Buonasera Nerea, se fa riferimento al modello 215-35 compili il modulo sotto quel modello, altrimenti facciamo fatica ad aiutarla. In ogni caso, nel modello 215-35 il bordo del collo si lavora in piano. Dopo aver lavorato il bordo si cuce l'altra spalla. Buon lavoro!

01.02.2021 - 19:25

country flag Nerea wrote:

Buongiorno Sto facendo il modello 215-35 Non capisco questo passaggio Confezione: cucire i margini delle spalle. Bordo del collo : riprendere i punti...... iniziando in cima alla spalla nel lato non cucito??? Cosa significa? Grazie

01.02.2021 - 08:01

DROPS Design answered:

Buonasera Nerea, a questo punto del lavoro è stata cucita solo una spalla: deve iniziare a riprendere i punti del bordo del collo dal lato non cucito. Buon lavoro!

01.02.2021 - 19:26

country flag Anne-Louise Severino wrote:

Could you kindly confirm that the repeat decreases after both markers are every 9 cms and not every 9 rows. Thank you.

14.11.2020 - 21:36

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Severino, that's right, you decreases at the both sides on every 9 cm a total of 3 times (= when piece measures 8 cm, 17 cm and 26 cm). Happy knitting!

16.11.2020 - 08:41

country flag Mara Giustini wrote:

Buongiorno, volevo sapere se è possibile usare il filato love you 8 per questo modello.Grazie

04.08.2018 - 11:13

DROPS Design answered:

Buongiorno Mara. Sì può usare la Drops loves you 8 come filato alternativo. Verifichi di ottenere la tensione corretta. Buon lavoro!

04.08.2018 - 17:36

country flag Judy wrote:

How many yards of yarn are needed for each size

01.08.2016 - 17:32

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Judy, you can find the yarn requirement for this pattern at the top of the page next to the picture on the right. Happy knitting!

01.08.2016 - 18:27

country flag Anette Brandt Schmidt wrote:

Det er altså de 6 første masker af den retstrikkedd forkanten der skal sættes af. Så må forkanten da blive skævt strikket?

15.03.2016 - 08:11

country flag Anette Brandt Schmidt wrote:

Jeg kan ikke finde ud af halsindtag - og hvor sættes de 6 masker af? Indenfor de 12 retmasker i kanten? Og hvor tages der så ind? Bliver der ikke et hul i strikketøjet? ?

13.03.2016 - 17:04

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Anette, Nej det er de yderste 6 m i starten af pindene du sætter på en tråd, og på pinden efter lukker du 2 m af 2 gange i hver side ifølge opskriften og til sidst 1 m 2 gange. Strik masker op og følg det sidste af opskriften. God fornøjelse!

14.03.2016 - 08:46