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DROPS 90-15
DROPS design: Pattern no TT-013+TT-014
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Sizes: XS - S/M - M/L - L/XL - XXL

Materials: DROPS Ice from Garnstudio
700-750-850-950-1000 g colour no 01, white

DROPS Circular needle size 8 mm (for bands).
DROPS Crochet hook size 7 mm.
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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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Pattern instructions

Crochet tension: Remember hook size is only a guide.
9 double treble crochets = approx. 10 cm in width and 1 row of double treble crochets measures approx. 3 cm in height.
NOTE: Due to different crochet techniques, the crochet tension can vary from person to person; you can increase or decrease a hook size if necessary to get the right tension.

Pattern: See Diag.1 and Diag.2.

Rib: *K3, P3 *, repeat from *-*.

Ridge/Garter stitch (back and forth on needle):
1 ridge = Knit 2 rows.

Crochet info: At the beginning of each row of double treble crochets replace 1 double treble crochet with 4 chain stitches. Work in each double treble crochet - i.e. work in the treble crochet from the previous row and not between the treble crochets.

Decrease tip: Decrease as follows at beginning of row:
Replace 1 double treble crochet with 1 slip stitch.
Decrease as follows at end of row:
Turn piece when the number of double treble crochets left on the row is the same as the number to be decreased and work back.

Measuring tip: Measure when the piece is lying flat and in the right shape.
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Back piece: Read Crochet info! Work 69-75-81-87-93 chain stitches with hook size 7 mm and Ice.
The first row is worked as follows: Work 1 double treble crochet in the 5th chain stitch from the hook, * skip 1 chain stitch, 1 double treble crochet in each of the next 2 chain stitches *, repeat from *-* and finish with 1 double treble crochet in the last chain stitch = 45-49-53-57-61 double treble crochets.
Then work pattern according to Diag.1. Remember the crochet tension! At the same time on rows 1 and 3 in the second and third repeat in height of Diag.1, decrease 1 double treble crochet in each side = 37-41-45-49-53 double treble crochets - see Decrease tip. When piece measures approx. 59-61-63-65-67 cm - adjust so that you are decreasing on 1 row of double treble crochets (NOTE: If you decrease in row 2 in Diag.1, 1 chain stitch is equivalent to 1 double treble crochet when decreasing) - decrease 2-4-4-6-8 double treble crochets i in each side for armholes - read Decrease tip and Measuring tip = 33-33-37-37-37 double treble crochets. When you have worked Diag.1 a total of 4 times in height (piece measures approx. 75 cm) work the first row in Diag.1 to finished length (i.e. work double treble crochets; make sure the number of double treble crochets is correct). At the same time, when piece measures 75-78-81-84-87 cm work the last row with just 10-10-12-12-12 double treble crochets in each side for shoulder. Cut the strand, piece measures approx. 78-81-84-87-90 cm.

Right front piece: Read the whole section before continuing! Work 33-39-39-45-51 chain stitches with hook size 7 mm and Ice.
The first row is worked as follows: Work 1 double treble crochet in the 5th chain stitch from the hook, * skip 1 chain stitch, 1 double treble crochet in each of the next 2 chain stitches *, repeat from *-* and finish with 1 double treble crochet in the last chain stitch = 21-25-25-29-33 double treble crochets.
Continue by working according to Diag.1.
Side decreases: At the same time on rows 1 and 3 in the second and third repeat in height of Diag.1, decrease in the side as for back piece.
Neck decreases: When piece measures 20 cm decrease 1 double treble crochet towards mid front for neck in each row marked with a star (*) in the diagram a total of 5-7-5-7-9 times - see Decrease tip.
When piece measures approx. 59-61-63-65-67 cm - adjust to match the back piece - decrease for armhole in the side as for back piece.
After all decreases there are 10-10-12-12-12 double treble crochets left on the shoulder. At the same time, when Diag.1 has been worked a total of 4 times in height, work the first row in Diag.1 to finished length as for back piece. Cut the strand when piece measures 78-81-84-87-90 cm.

Left front piece: Work as right, but in reverse.

Sleeve: Work 33-39-39-45-51 chain stitches with hook size 7 mm and Ice.
The first row is worked as follows: Work 1 double treble crochet in the 5th chain stitch from the hook, * skip 1 chain stitch, 1 double treble crochet in each of the next 2 chain stitches *, repeat from *-* and finish with 1 double treble crochet in the last chain stitch = 21-25-25-29-33 double treble crochets. Work Diag.1 a total of 2 times, then continue with Diag.2 to finished length. At the same time, when Diag.1 has been worked 1 time in height (piece measures approx. 21 cm) increase 1 double treble crochet in each side in each row marked with a star (*) in diag. Increase a total of 5-4-4-4-4 times in each side = 31-33-33-37-41 double treble crochets. When piece measures approx. 54-54-54-51-48 cm insert 1 marker thread in each side (marks where the sleeve will be sewn to the armhole). Work 1-1-1-2-3 more rows and cut the strand, piece measures approx. 57 cm.

Assembly: Sew shoulder seams edge to edge with small neat stitches. Sew side seams edge to edge with small neat stitches - sew through half the treble crochet in each side so that the seam is flat.
Sew sleeve seams in the same way as far as the marker thread and sew in sleeves - the marker thread on the sleeve should meet the side seam on the body. NOTE: Make sure the seam is not tight.
Band: Knit up approx. 195 to 219 stitches (divisible by 6 + 3) along the right front piece, behind the neck and down the left front piece with circular needle size 8 mm and Ice. Knit 1 row from the wrong side and knit 1 row from the right side. Then continue with rib with 3 stitches garter stitch and 3 knitted stitches in each side (seen from the right side). When rib measures approx. 7 cm increase all K3 to K4 (seen from the right side) over the middle 21 stitches in back of neck - this is done so that the band will lie neatly at back of neck. When band measures 12 cm from the ridge, loosely cast off with knit over knit and purl over purl - NOTE: At the same time as you cast off, increase all P3 to P4 (seen from the right side) over the middle 21 stitches so the edge is not tight at the back of the neck.

Diagram

symbols = 1 double treble crochet
symbols = 1 chain stitch
symbols = 1 double crochet
symbols = 1 slip stitch
symbols = increase on this row
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 (26)

country flag Ettina wrote:

Een klein gehaakte poncho van ice wordt hier ook uitgelegd, volgens mij hoort deze er niet bij, klopt dat?Bij de uitleg telpatroon staat meerder in deze tour. Volgens mij gaat dat over de poncho en niet over het vest, klopt dat? Kan het zijn dat ik de vijfde tour begin met 3 halve vaste?

24.07.2023 - 10:14

country flag Eri Q wrote:

Hej, eftersom garnet i beskrivningen utgått och ni tipsar om tre olika ersättare så undrar jag jag kan läsa mönstret rakt av? Jag behöver inte räkna om antal maskor och så?

26.07.2022 - 16:13

DROPS Design answered:

Hej, Om du håller virkfastheten på 9 dbl-st = 10 cm (enligt beskrivningen), så är det bara att virka enligt mönstret för att få måttet enligt måttskissen :)

04.08.2022 - 08:23

country flag Diana wrote:

Has anyone out there actually written this design out? I cannot get it right. I keep getting more stitches than I should. The sl st at the beginning of rows 5 & 6 do not look right. The on row 7, how do you to the starting point? It doesn’t show slip stitches, just to start on the 2nd stitch. How do you get there? Can anyone help me? I’ve frogged the whole back two times and am stuck again! Thanks for any help you can give.

02.10.2020 - 06:25

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Diana, at the end of row 4 and 5 you crochet 1 sc in the last ch-space, turn and at the beg of row 5 and 6 you crochet slip stitches so that the row starts somewhat higher than in the bottom of chain-space, ie crochet 3 sl st (= 1 sl st in first 3 ch) and continue chain-spaces as before starting with 1 sc in the ch-space. At the beg of last row, crochet 4 chains (see on the right side) to replace first treble. Happy crocheting!

02.10.2020 - 08:40

country flag Diana wrote:

You chart is very hard to read

27.09.2020 - 06:27

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Diana, you will find how to read crochet diagrams here to help you. Happy crocheting!

28.09.2020 - 11:12

country flag Teresa wrote:

Neck shaping- what does center front mean? Am I technically deceasing 2 dec at the begging of each repeat of Diag 1 on the 2nd and 3rd repeat than continue 3 more times at the row with the *? I am sorry I keep reaching out to you but the shop I ordered my yarn from site has been down and i can't reach them :(

24.01.2018 - 16:22

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Teresa, center front is the side towards front band (opposite to side towards back piece). You will decrease for neck in row 1 and 2 at the beg from RS on right front piece a total of 5-7-9 times (see size) every time you work the row with a star in Diag. 1. Happy crocheting!

25.01.2018 - 07:32

country flag Teresa Rey wrote:

I've gotten to row 5 finished the chains now I need to begin row 6 from left to right of pattern. No indication to slip stitch as on row 7 so am I to chain 2 sc than begin next row of chain 9"s?

22.01.2018 - 01:46

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Rey, at the beginning of row 6 crochet 3 sl st (see symbol "v" in diagram and under key) then 1 sc in ch-space, then chain 6, 1 sc in next ch-space, ..; happy crocheting!

22.01.2018 - 10:33

Teresa Rey wrote:

I too love this pattern but not good at reading and understanding the diagram I do better with written instruction Is it possible to get a written pattern? once i get going than the diagram starts to make sense

27.12.2017 - 23:02

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Teresa, the diagram is not available in a form that is written out in more detail than it already is, however, you can always can get in person help in teh store you bought your DROPS yarn from. Happy crafting!

29.12.2017 - 10:05

country flag Mariette wrote:

Ik snap het voorpand niet helemaal. Minder je aan beide kanten? En het stukje waar staat minder vanaf een hoogt van 20 cm 5-7-5-7-9 x 1 dstk. Wat wordt daar mee bedoeld? Ik begin met 39 ls en daarna 25 dstk. Bij de gewone minderingen en de mouwen zit ik al op nog maar 15 Stokjes.

03.04.2016 - 22:43

DROPS Design answered:

Hoi Mariette. Je mindert aan de zijkant zoals je deed op het achterpand (dus dit alleen voor de zijkant) en daarbij moet je ook minderen voor de hals (= middenvoor) vanaf 20 cm. Je mindert 5-7-5-7-9 keer 1 dstk (het aantal keer afhankelijk van welke maat je maakt) op de toer gemarkeerd met een sterretje op het telpatroon.

05.04.2016 - 13:20

country flag PETIT wrote:

Bonjour, pour la bordure, à 7 cm du bord, il y a augmentation de 1 maille dans les sections de mailles envers. Ces augmentations doivent elles être faites sur toute la bordure ou uniquement sur la partie correspondant aux 21 MAILLES CENTRALES de l'encolure dos ? D'avance je vous remercie pour votre réponse. Cordialement Isabelle

29.11.2015 - 20:35

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Petit, les augmentations se font au niveau des 21 m centrales, on va augmenter 2 m env de chaque côté du milieu dos. On va ainsi avoir 4 fois des côtes 3 m end/4 m env (vu sur l'endroit) au niveau du milieu dos (à l'encolure) et des côtes 3 m end/3 m env (vu sur l'endroit) avant/après, comme avant. Bon tricot!

30.11.2015 - 11:01

country flag Murphy wrote:

"When you have repeated Diagr.1 a total of 4 times (the piece measures approx. 75 cm), repeat the first row in Diagr.1 to finished measurements (that is, continue in tc, be sure the number of tc stays the same). When the piece measures 75-78-81-84-87 cm crochet the last row with only 10-10-12-12-12 tc at each side for shoulder. Cut yarn and fasten, the piece measures approx. 78-81-84-87-90 cm." Can someone give me a easier explanation within the quotes

20.08.2015 - 01:19

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Murphy, after you have worked Diag. 1 a total of 4 times in height (you should get 75 cm in heith), continue in tc (as in row 1 in Diag A) make sure you keep correct number of sts. At the same time, when piece measures 75-87 cm (see your size), work 1 row over the outermost 10-12 tc in each side for the shoulders (= leave the middle tc unworked for neckline). Happy crocheting!

20.08.2015 - 13:58