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DROPS 145-19
DROPS design: Pattern no cl-015
Yarn group B
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Size: S - M - L - XL - XXL – XXXL
Finished measurements:
Bust: 100-108-116-126-138-150 cm /
39½"-42½"-45 3/4"-49½"-54 1/4"-59"
Full length: 64-66-68-70-72-74 cm /
25¼''-26''-26¾''-27½''-28 3/8''-29 1/8''

Materials: DROPS COTTON LIGHT from Garnstudio
550-650-700-750-800-900 g color no 27, mint

DROPS CROCHET HOOK size 4 mm / G/6 – or size needed to get 17 dc x 10 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4'' x 4''.

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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

NOTE: This pattern is written in American English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from inches to cm - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in American and British English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in British English, please click here.
PATTERN: Work according to A.1 and A.2.

DECREASE TIP: Turn when one dc remains = 1 dc dec.

INCREASE TIP:
Inc by working 1 dc + 1 ch extra in outermost dc in each side. Work the inc sts gradually in A.1.

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BACK PIECE:
Read US/UK above! Worked back and forth. Back piece is worked 6 cm / 2 3/8'' longer than front piece.
Work a row with 88-94-102-110-120-130 LOOSE ch (it is important that the ch are loose to avoid a tight edge) on hook size 4 mm / G/6 with Cotton Light.
Turn and work 1 dc in 6th ch from hook (A.1 A has now been worked – see Diagram).
Work A.1 B over the next 80-86-94-102-112-122 ch, and finish with A.1 C in the last 2 ch.
Then continue to work according to A.1. When piece measures 47-48-49-50-51-52 cm / 18½''-19''-19¼''-19¾''-20''-20½'', work as follows: A.2 A, repeat A.2 B until 2 dc/ch remain, work A.2 C = 85-91-99-107-117-127 dc.
Continue with A.2 until finished measurements. When piece measures 53-54-55-56-57-58 cm / 21''-21¼''-21 5/8''-22''-22½''-22¾'', insert 1 marker in each side (marks where armhole beg).
When piece measures 68-70-72-74-76-78 cm / 26¾''-27½''-28 3/8''-29 1/8''-30''-30¾'', the middle 27-29-31-33-35-37 dc are no longer worked = 29-31-34-37-41-45 dc remain on each shoulder. Now finish each shoulder separately.
Continue with A.2, fasten off when piece measures 70-72-74-76-78-80 cm / 27½''-28 3/8''-29 1/8''-30''-30¾''-31½".

FRONT PIECE:
Beg and work as on back piece until piece measures 41-42-43-44-45-46 cm / 16 1/8''-16½''-17''-17¼''-17¾''-18'' - NOTE: Back piece should be 6 cm / 2 3/8'' longer than front piece - hence the different measures.
Now continue as follows: A.2 A, repeat A.2 B until 2 dc/ch remain, work A.2 C = 85-91-99-107-117-127 dc.
Continue with A.2 until finished measurements.
When piece measures 47-48-49-50-51-52 cm / 18½''-19''-19¼''-19¾''-20''-20½'', insert 1 marker in each side (marks where armhole beg).
When piece measures 56-58-60-62-64-66 cm / 22''-22¾''-23 5/8''-24 3/8''-25¼''-26'', the middle 23-25-27-29-31-33 dc are no longer worked.
Now finish each shoulder separately, at the same time dec 1 dc on every row towards the neck 2 times in total – read DECREASE TIP = 29-31-34-37-41-45 dc remain on each shoulder.
Continue with A.2, fasten off when piece measures 64-66-68-70-72-74 cm / 25¼''-26''-26¾''-27½''-28 3/8''-29 1/8''.

SLEEVE:
Work sleeve back and forth.
Work a row with 48-48-50-52-54-56 LOOSE ch (it is important that the ch are loose to avoid a tight edge) on hook size 4 mm / G/6 with Cotton Light.
Turn and work 1 dc in 6th ch from hook (A.1 A has now been worked).
Work A.1 B over the next 40-40-42-44-46-48 ch, and finish with A.1 C in the last 2 ch = 45-45-47-49-51-53 dc/ch.
Then continue to work according to A.1.
When piece measures 8 cm / 3 1/8'', inc 1 st in each side - READ INCREASE TIP!
Repeat inc every 7-5-4½-3½-3½-3 cm / 2 3/4"-2"-1 3/4"-1 1/4"-1 1/4"-1 1/8" 5-7-8-9-9-10 more times (6-8-9-10-10-11 inc in total) = 57-61-65-69-71-75 dc/ch.
Fasten off when piece measures 49-48-47-46-44-41 cm / 19 1/4"-19"-18½"-18"-17 1/4"-16 1/8" (shorter measurements in the larger sizes because of wider shoulders).

ASSEMBLY:
Sew the shoulder seams.
Sew in sleeves – from shoulder and down to marker on front and back piece.
Sew underarm seams and side seams in one, stop when 26 cm / 10 1/4" remain on back piece and 20 cm / 8'' remain on front piece = vent.

Diagram

All measurements in charts are in cm.

symbols = ch
symbols = dc
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 only serve 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 converter, 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 converter 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 converted 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 converter

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 converter, 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 converter 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 gauge tension 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 (usually 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.

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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country flag Cathy Richmond wrote:

When I get to the A2 pattern the garment flares out because of the dc in every stitch is this normal or am I doing something wrong...changed to a lighter weight yarn......

05.09.2014 - 02:24

country flag Cathy Richmond wrote:

I need to know what the numbers at the bottom of the chart are, if they are the number of dc I can't get the right amount for the XL and when we need to dc in every stitch at the top it is wider than the bottom and it ripples. Could really use some help on this,,,,thank you

28.08.2014 - 01:14

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Richmond, the numbers at the bottom of measurement chart refer to measurements, ie for size XL, sweater is 63 cm in width. You should have same width in both diagrams, check that 1 ch in A.1 is as width as 1 dc so that you get the same width in A.1 and in A.2. Happy crocheting!

28.08.2014 - 14:20

country flag Cathy Richmond wrote:

I need to know what the numbers at the bottom of the chart are, if they are the number of dc I can't get the right amount for the XL and when we need to dc in every stitch at the top it is wider than the bottom and it ripples. Could really use some help on this,,,,thank you

27.08.2014 - 22:11

country flag Hettyh wrote:

Wordt de hals niet af gewerkt?

13.07.2014 - 09:14

country flag Mette Krogh-Larnkjær wrote:

Hej igen. Tak for svaret, når jeg hækler som beskrevet både i svaret og i opskriften, så får jeg alt for mange masker, for så øges der med 2 masker i hver side hver gang. Jeg har lige pillet et helt ærme op, for jeg opdagede det først ved den sidste udtagning. Jeg må jo forsøge mig frem, men forstår stadig ikke helt hvordan man laver udtagning med en maske for opskriften siger jo egentlig 2 hvis man følger udtagningstippet.

20.06.2014 - 13:07

DROPS Design answered:

Det skal stemme med opskriften. Men skriv gerne en kommentar om hvordan du løste det, så kan vi eft skrive det tydeligere i opskriften.

05.09.2014 - 12:21

country flag Mette Krogh-Larnkjær wrote:

Har en udfordring med udtagning. Hvordan går man det nemmest når man skal øge med 1 m i et mønster med 2 m hvoraf den ene er luftmaske?

18.06.2014 - 07:13

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Mette. Du skal tage ud ved at haekle 1 st + 1 lm i den den yderste st i hver side. Dvs, hvis du fölger diagrammet saa haekler du bare 1 lm + 1 st i den yderste m ekstra. Du skal ikke haekle 1 st + 1 lm (altsaa i den raekkefölge, for saa kan jeg forestille mig det bliver kompliceret). God fornöjelse.

19.06.2014 - 13:30

country flag Jackie wrote:

Hi there! Thanks again for the clarification. I think I understand, but I just want to list out what I think the pattern is for the beginning of the back piece - hopefully you can clarify! After finishing A.1A, and continuing to read the pattern to complete A.1B, do I repeat only the stiches specified between the brackets (noting section B), and then go back to the bottom once I reach the top of the bracket that is labeled section A1? Thanks for all of your help!

31.05.2014 - 16:42

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Jackie, after A.1A (=ch3, 1 dc), repeat M.1B = *ch1, skip 1ch, 1 dc in next ch, ch1, skip 1ch, 1 dc in next ch, ch1, skip 1ch, 1 dc in next ch* until 2 sts remain on row, and finish with A.1C(=1ch, skip 1 ch, 1dc in next ch). then turn and start 2nd row starting from the left towards the right. Happy crocheting!

16.06.2014 - 10:05

country flag Jackie wrote:

Hi there! I absolutely love this pattern but I am having trouble understanding how to read the diagram - do I read horizontally or vertically? I feel as though it may zig-zag, but this is the first time I have seen a pattern like this before. Your help is much appreciated! Thank you so much :)

28.05.2014 - 00:06

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Jackie, start reading diagram from the bottom corner on the right side towards the right (RS rows), on WS rows, read from the left towards the right - the 3 ch at beg of rows = 1st dc (= A.1A from RS, A.1C from WS), repeat A.1B on the middle sts. Happy crocheting!

28.05.2014 - 09:08

country flag Chiara wrote:

Buongiorno vorrei capire se sto sbagliando qualcosa nella realizzazione di questo capo. Sto facendo il dietro. Nel passaggio dallo schema A1 allo schema A2 il lavoro passa kentamente ma inesorabilmente dopo 13 righe da 60 cm a 72 cm in larghezza, nonostante abbia mantenuto lo stesso numero di maglie come nella spiegazione. Ho provato anche a rifare lo schema A2 con un uncinetto più piccolo, il 3,5, ma nulla è cambiato. Che cosa sto sbagliando? Potete aiutarmi? Grazie

22.05.2014 - 08:15

DROPS Design answered:

Buongiorno Chiara. Per risolvere il suo problema può riprendere, a intervalli regolari, un numero inferiore di m nel passaggio tra lo schema A.1 e lo schema A.2. Buon lavoro!

22.05.2014 - 13:06

country flag Susanne wrote:

LES ØKETIPS. Gjenta økningen på hver 7.-5.-4½.-3½.-3½.-3.cm 5-7-8-9-9-10 ganger til (totalt 6-8-9-10-10-11 økninger) = 57-61-65-69-71-75 st/lm Jeg har økt 4 ganger på hver side og har 61 masker der nå. Men skal jeg telle med lm også? Er det riktig å kun øke 4 ganger på hver side? eller er det å øke 8 ganger på hver side?? trenger svar så raskt som mulig : ) takk på forhånd

06.05.2014 - 11:01

DROPS Design answered:

Du har 45 m öger 8 gange i hver side = 16 m 45 + 16 = 61 m God fornöjelse!

07.05.2014 - 09:13