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Dancing Leaves

Set consists of: Knitted DROPS hat with cables and leaf pattern and knitted neck warmer with leaf pattern in ”Merino Extra Fine”.

DROPS 165-39
DROPS design: Pattern no me-082
Yarn group B
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HAT:
Size: One-size
Head circumference: approx. 56/58 cm
Materials:
DROPS MERINO EXTRA FINE from Garnstudio
150 g colour no 22, light purple

DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES and CIRCULAR NEEDLE (40 cm) SIZE 3.5 mm - or size needed to get 22 sts x 30 rows in stocking st = 10 x 10 cm.

NECK WARMER:
Circumference: approx. 70 cm
Materials:
DROPS MERINO EXTRA FINE from Garnstudio
150 g colour no 22, light purple

DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE (60 cm) SIZE 4 mm - or size needed to get 21 sts x 28 rows in stocking st = 10 x 10 cm.

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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 British English. All measurements in charts are in cm. Convert from cm to inches here. There are different terms for crocheting in British and American English. If this pattern includes crochet, convert "crochet terms" here. See this pattern in American English here..

PATTERN:
See diagrams A.1 to A.5. A.1 to A.4 applies to hat, A.5 applies to neck warmer.
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HAT:
Work top down, first on double pointed needles and then circular needle when there are enough sts.
Cast on 8 sts on double pointed needles size 3.5 mm with Merino Extra Fine.
ROUND 1: * K 1, 1 YO *, repeat from *-* 8 times = 16 sts.
ROUND 2: K all sts (K YOs twisted to avoid holes).
ROUND 3: K 1, * K 1, 1 YO *, repeat from *-* 14 times, K 1 = 30 sts.
ROUND 4: K all sts (work YOs twisted).
ROUND 5: * Work A.1 (= 1 st), A.2 (= 4 sts) *, repeat from *-* 6 times. Continue pattern like this.

When A.1 and A.2 have been worked 1 time vertically, there are 108 sts on round. K 1 round and P 1 round, cast off on next round. Use a needle and thread, baste the hole at the top of the hat. Tighten and fasten.
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NECK WARMER:
Cast on 144 sts on circular needle size 4 mm with Merino Extra Fine. P 1 round, K 1 round, P 1 round, then work A.5 (= 4 repetitions in width). Continue to work until piece measures 30 cm, finish after 5th, 13th, 21st or 29th row. P 1 round, K 1 round and P 1 round, then cast off with K.

This pattern has been corrected. Click here to see the correction/s.

Updated online: 01.09.2015
New chart A.2 (round 9)

Updated online: 18.09.2015
Correction: ...When A.1 and A.2 have been worked 1 time vertically, there are 108 sts on round.

Diagram

	= K
	= P
	= slip 1 st as if to K, K 1, psso
	= K 2 tog
	= 1 YO between 2 sts
	= slip 1 st as if to K, K 2 tog, psso
	= slip 2 sts on cable needle in front of piece, K 2, K 2 from cable needle
	= slip 2 sts on cable needle in front of piece, K 2 tog, K 1, K 2 from cable needle
	= slip 2 sts on cable needle in front of piece, work 2 sts in each of the next 2 sts, K 2 from cable needle
	= continue with A.3
	= continue with A.4

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Why is the knitting/crochet tension so important?

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

How do I know how many balls of yarn I need?

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.

Can I use a different yarn than what the pattern suggests?

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?

What are the yarn groups?

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.

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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.

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The yarn calculator will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

What size should I knit?

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

Why do I get the wrong knitting tension with the suggested needle size?

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

Why is the pattern worked top-down?

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.

How do I work according to a knitting diagram?

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

How do I work according to a crochet diagram?

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

How do I work several diagrams simultaneously on the same row/round?

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

Why are the sleeves shorter in larger sizes?

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.

Where on the garment is the length measured?

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

What is a repeat?

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.

Why does the piece start with more chain stitches than it’s worked with?

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.

Why increase before the rib edge when the piece is worked top-down?

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.

Why increase in the cast-off edge?

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)

How do I increase/decrease on every 3rd and 4th row/round alternately?

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

How can I work a jacket in the round instead of back and forth?

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

Can I work a jumper back and forth instead of in the round?

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?

Why is the pattern slightly different than what I see in the photo?

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!

How do I make a women’s size garment into a men’s size one?

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.

How do I prevent a hairy garment from shedding?

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.

Why does my garment pill?

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 (50)

Dawn wrote:

Can I purchase the written instructions for the hat and neck warmer please

01.02.2024 - 05:55

Maureen Humphries wrote:

Row 9 on A1 i can not find symbol in explations I read it as - Yarn over needle, Pearl 2 , ?? , yarn over needle, ??, pearl 2, yarn over needle Can you please tell me what happens where my question marks are Thank you

02.02.2022 - 11:12

DROPS Design answered:

Hi Maureen, row 9 on A1: 1 YO; P2; K2 tog; 1 YO; K1; 1 YO; slip 1 st as if to K, K 1, psso; P2; 1 YO. Happy knitting!

02.02.2022 - 12:17

Launay wrote:

Bonjour, il est noté que les diagrammes A1, A2, A3 et A4 sont à réaliser pour le bonnet. Mais il n'est pas expliqué quand réaliser les diagrammes A3 et A4. pouvez vous me l'expliquer quand réaliser ces diagrammes. Merci d'avance pour votre réponse. Cordialement Muriel

14.11.2021 - 16:58

Bonjour Muriel, retrouvez cette information dans les diagrammes A.1 et A.2 - cf avant-dernier + dernier symbole: on va insérer A.3 après A.2 et A.4 après A.2 (avant A.3). Bon tricot!

15.11.2021 - 08:21

Giorgia wrote:

Il diagramma A4 inizia al 34° giro di A2? La posizione della stella sembrerebbe indicarne l'inizio al giro 35°, ma se si contano i giri dal 34° giro di A2 occorrono ulteriori 36 giri alla fine del berretto, facendo così terminare contemporaneamente tutti i 4 grafici. (il diagramma A4 infatti si realizza in 36 giri totali )

20.09.2021 - 22:16

Buonasera Giorgia, il diagramma A.4 si lavora sulle 4 maglie indicate dalla stella. Buon lavoro!

22.09.2021 - 18:45

Elena Onorati wrote:

Per lo scalda collo, lavorando coi ferri circolari devo sempre considerare che tutti i ferri sono visti dal diritto del lavoro? E quindi il quadratino bianco è un diritto sui giri dispari ed un rovescio nei giri pari? O posso seguire lo schema così come rappresentato dal n giri di andata e ritorno?

23.06.2021 - 23:17

Buonasera Elena, lavorando in tondo, il quadratino bianco è sempre a diritto. Buon lavoro!

23.06.2021 - 23:45

Paola Pace wrote:

Scusate ho compreso l'equivoco, le istruzioni sono giuste: la maglia al dritto accavallata si recupera con la gettata fatta successivamente! Grazie!

27.01.2021 - 14:15

Basco in lana viola "dancing drops" diagramma A.1 partendo dal basso rigo 10, le due maglie sopra alla diagonale del rigo 9: la diagonale sono 2 maglie insieme quindi al rigo 10 deve stare 1 maglia non 2 al dritto

25.01.2021 - 18:47

Buonasera Paola, il diagramma è corretto, sul ferro 9 vengono lavorate le diminuzioni e aumenti, sul ferro 10 il ferro di ritorno e sul ferro 11 ancora diminuzioni e aumenti. Buon lavoro!

25.01.2021 - 18:57

Round 9 nella foglia ci sono 2 maglie al dritto insieme (2 quadratini con diagonale ) nel ferro successivo ci dovrebbe essere una sola maglia (round 10 che non è mostrato) invece ci sono ancora 2 maglie al dritto. Che devo fare? Grazie!

25.01.2021 - 04:33

Buonasera Paola, ci può spiegare meglio a quale diagramma fa riferimento? I diagrammi mostrano tutti i ferri del motivo, visti dal diritto del lavoro. Buon lavoro!

25.01.2021 - 18:16

Anna wrote:

I'm working on the hat and I'm at R45 from A1. So the row starts with a yarn over, P2, but on the previous row (R44) I have K2. If I start R 45 with an increase the leaf pattern does not align...should I slip the first two stitches or K2, then yarn over and continue R45? Thank you.

28.12.2020 - 22:27

Dear Anna, these K2at the beg of the round will be worked together with the last K2 to make the cable in A.2. You can work these first 2 sts or slip them as you prefer, they will be worked anyway with the cable in A.2 at the end of the round. Happy knitting!

04.01.2021 - 11:30

Verena wrote:

Meine Frage betrifft die Mütze. Gemäss dem Bild werden die Umschläge in den Blättern nicht verschränkt abgestrickt, sodass Löcher entstehen. Aber alle anderen Umschläge werden verschränkt abgestrickt, damit keine Löcher entstehen? In den Diagrammen wird die unterschiedlich Bearbeitung der Umschläge nicht ersichtlich, oder übersehe ich hier etwas?

09.10.2018 - 14:28

Liebe Verena, die Umschläge stricken Sie wie im Diagram (= Löcher), wenn Sie die Löcher nur in der Mitte des Blätters möchten, können Sie alle andere verschränkt stricken. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

09.10.2018 - 14:34