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Seasons in the Sand

DROPS Sweater in "Ribbon" and "Den-M-nit" or "Bomull-Lin " and "Belle" with wood beads

DROPS 68-1
DROPS design: Model nr XX-006
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Sizes: S - M - L - XL
Materials: DROPS Ribbon from Garnstudio
400-450-500-550 gr colour no 02, off white
and use: DROPS Den-M-nit from Garnstudio
100-100-100-100 gr colour no 52, off white

Or use:
DROPS Bomull-Lin from Garnstudio
400-450-500-550 gr colour no 02, off white
og bruk: DROPS Belle from Garnstudio
100-100-100-100 gr colour no 02, off white

DROPS Needle size 5,5 mm
DROPS Crochet Hook size 3 mm
DROPS light wood beads: 40-44-48-52 pcs

Tension: 16 sts x 20 rows = 10 x 10 cm on needle size 5,5 mm and stockinette st. Remember that needle size is only a suggestion!

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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 Ribbon
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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 tip: The ribbon yarn may twist while working, therefore unwind it continually to make the result look as good as possible.

Ridge (back and forth on needle):
1 ridge = 2 needles. 1st row: K, 2nd row: K.
Pattern: See diagram - M.1. NOTE: The pattern in diagram is seen from RS.

Decrease tip (applies to neck + armhole): All dec are made from RS inside 4 sts in stockinette sts at the armhole and in garter sts at the neck. There are 2 different dec, 1 with a hole and 1 without hole.
1st dec = dec with hole.Dec like this before 4 edge sts (7 sts remain on row): 1 YO, K 3 tog.
Dec like this after 4 edge sts: Slip 1 st, K 2 tog, lift the slipped st over, 1 YO.
2nd dec = dec without hole:
Dec like this before 4 edge sts: K 2 tog.
Dec like this after 4 edge sts: Slip 1 st, K 1, lift the slipped st over.
Repeat 1st and 2nd dec every other time upwards.



Front piece: Read knitting tip! Cast on 66-74-82-90 sts (inkl 1 edge st in each side) on needle size 5,5 mm with Den-M-nit or Belle and work M.1. Continue with stockinette st and Ribbon or Bomull-Lin – At the same time on 2nd row inc 7 sts evenly distributed on row = 73-81-89-97 sts. Remember the tension! When piece measures 33-35-36-38 cm cast off 3-3-4-4 sts in each side for armhole. Then decrease for armhole in each side on every 2nd row - see decrease: 1 st in total 5-7-9-13 times (i.e. 3-4-5-7 holes along armhole). At the same time when piece measures 34-36-38-40 cm work 2 ridges over the 5 sts in the middle, then cast off the mid st for slit. Work each part separately. Continue with stockinette sts with 2 garter sts towards slit. When piece measures 43-45-47-49 cm work 2 ridges over 12-12-13-13 sts towards mid front, then cast off 8-8-9-9 sts towards mid front for neck. Then dec for neck on every 2nd row inside 4 garter sts - see decrease tip: 1 st in total 7 times (i.e. 4 holes along neckline) = 13-15-15-15 sts back on each shoulder. Cast off when piece measures 52-54-56-58 cm.

Back piece: Cast on and work like front piece. Cast off for armhole as in front piece and continue until piece measures 49-51-53-55 cm. Work 2 ridges over 37-37-39-39 sts in mid back. Then cast off the mid 29-29-31-31 sts for neck. Then dec inside 4 garter sts: 1 st on next row towards neck = 13-15-15-15 sts back on each shoulder. Cast off when piece measures 52-54-56-58 cm.

Sleeve: Cast on 38-38-40-40 sts (inkl 1 edge st in each side) on needle size 5,5 mm with Den-M-nit or Belle and work M.1. Continue with stockinette sts and Ribbon or Bomull-Lin. At the same time when piece measures 10 cm inc in each side: 1 st in total 9-9-10-10 times on every 4,5.-4.-3,5.-3,5 cm = 56-56-60-60 sts. When sleeve measures 50-48-47-45 cm cast off for sleeve cap in each side on every 2nd row: 3 sts 1-1-1-1 time, 2 sts in total 3-3-3-2 times, 1 st in total 1-3-5-8 times, then cast off 2 sts until work measures 58-58-59-59 cm. Cast off.

Assembly: Sew shoulder seams.

Sew the sleeves into the armhole. Sew sleeve and side seams in one inside 1 edge st.

Beads: Thread 32-36-40-44 beads on a strand of Den-M-nit or Bomull-Lin. Work with hook size 3 mm around bottom edges of body as follows: * 3 dc (1 in every st), work next st as follows: Pull 1 bead toward hook, work 1 dc but let your thumb rest on the pearl so that the yarn goes past the thumb – this leaves the yarn that holds the bead approx. 2 cm long *, repeat from *-*.

Cord for neck: Cut 1 strand of Den-M-nit or Bomull-Lin of aprrox. 50 cm long. Thread 3 beads onto center of strand, fold yarn double below the bottom bead and thread yarn back through the other two beads. Fasten this strand one side of neck split. Repeat on the other side.

Diagram

symbols = Den-M-Nit / Belle: K 1
symbols = Den-M-Nit / Belle: P 1 (seen from the right side)
symbols = Ribbon / Bomull-Lin: K 1, yo
symbols = Ribbon / Bomull-Lin: P 1 (seen from the right side), let yo from previous row drop
symbols = Ribbon / Bomull-Lin: K 1
symbols = Ribbon / Bomull-Lin: P 1 (seen from the right side)
diagram
diagram

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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 (12)

country flag Sabine wrote:

Guten Tag, ich verstehe nicht wie ich am Halsausschnitt vorgehen soll. Was bedeutet ".... gegen die Mitte vorne .... in Richtung Halsausschnitt stricken" ? Welche 12/ 13 Maschen sind das? Und was ist gemeint mit "am vorderen Rand" ?

07.11.2023 - 20:10

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Sabine, diese Maschen sind die Maschen am Anfang einer Hinreihe beim rechten Schulter, Vorderteil/einer Rückreihe beim linken Schulter Vorderteil. Diese Maschen werden Krausrechts für die Halsblende gestrickt. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

08.11.2023 - 08:00

country flag Kerstin wrote:

Hej Kan man sticka den i bara Belle? Enkelt eller dubbelt garn isåfall?

28.05.2022 - 12:41

DROPS Design answered:

Hei Kerstin. Denne genseren er skrevet med 2 ulike tykkelse av garn. DROPS Bomull-Lin er litt tykkere enn DROPS Belle, slik at strikkes den med bare 1 tråd DROPS Belle vil ikke den oppgitte strikkefastheten stemme. Om du bruker 2 tråder med DROPS Belle, vil det bli for tykt, sammelignet med DROPS Bomull-Lin. mvh DROPS Design

30.05.2022 - 09:14

country flag Mimosa wrote:

Grazie mille per la gentile risposta

30.04.2020 - 16:35

country flag Mimosa wrote:

Buongiorno. Nella versione in italiano, alle spiegazioni sul davanti, nel suggerimento per le diminuzioni, parla di 4 buchi. Cosa intende? Non ci sono buchi nella lavorazione. Grazie

30.04.2020 - 12:03

DROPS Design answered:

Buongiorno Mimosa. Nel suggerimento per le diminuzioni, viene proposto un metodo che diminuisce le maglie ma al tempo stesso viene fatta 1 maglia gettata. Questa maglia gettata crea un buco prima / dopo le 4 maglie a punto legaccio vicino allo scollo. Se riesce ad ingrandire un po' la fotografia, dovrebbe vedere i buchi. Buon lavoro!

30.04.2020 - 15:47

country flag Pichon wrote:

Un grand merci pour la réponse rapide a mon questionnement sur les diminutions après les 4 mailles Cordialement

03.04.2020 - 08:46

country flag Pichon wrote:

Bonjour , je ne comprends pas très bien les diminutions des emmanchures , Pourriez vous me diriger pour les 4 mailles du bord .Par avance merci

02.04.2020 - 18:02

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Pichon, à 36-38 cm (cf taille), vous rabattez 4 mailles au début des 2 rangs suivants (= sur l'endroit + sur l'envers), au rang suivant sur l'endroit vous diminuez 1 m après les 4 premières mailles et avant les 4 dernières mailles (= 2 diminutions par rang); tricotez le rang suivant sur l'envers et répétez ces 2 rangs 9-13 fois en diminuant alternativement 1 fois sans jeté, 1 fois avec jeté (cf Diminutions). Bon tricot!

03.04.2020 - 07:32

country flag Uschi wrote:

Hallo, ein wunderschönes Modell. Wäre es möglich, den Pullover komplett aus Bomull-Lin zu stricken, ohne Belle? Danke für die Hilfe

14.12.2019 - 14:12

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Uschi, am besten stricken Sie eine Maschenprobe mit nur Bomull-Lin und eine mit beiden Garne, so können Sie sich entscheiden, ob Ihnen etweder nur Bomull-Lin oder beide gefällt. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

16.12.2019 - 07:58

country flag Karin wrote:

Ich bin jetzt beim Abnehmen der Maschen am Ärmel des Vorderteil. Habe auch schon auf jeder Seite 4 Maschen abgekettelt. Soll ich in den folgenden 13 Reihen jeweils am Reihenanfang 1 Masche zum weiteren Abnehmen zusammen stricken. Doch dann verläuft der Armausschnitt doch schräg und nicht gerade, wie in der Skizze. Erbitte Hilfe

02.08.2019 - 23:14

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Karin, die Anleitung wurde sprachlich umformuliert und ist nun deutlicher. Beachten Sie den Abnahmetipp, dort ist beschrieben, wie Sie die Abnahmen arbeiten - nämlich nach den ersten 4 bzw. vor den letzten 4 M. Abwechselnd arbeiten Sie Abnahmen mit und ohne Loch. Dadurch, dass Sie neben 4 M abnehmen, wird der Armausschnitt etwas gerader. Die Skizze ist im Übrigen eine Schemazeichnung und gibt nicht jede Schrägung exakt wieder. Gutes Gelingen weiterhin!

03.08.2019 - 09:46

country flag Karin wrote:

Ich möchte das Modell nur mit Belle stricken Xl. Welche Nadelstärke wird empfohlen? Mit 90 Maschen M1 Muster stricken und erst danach 7 Maschen gleichmäßig verteilt zunehmen? VORDERTEIL

29.07.2019 - 15:16

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Karin, wenn Sie nur Belle verwenden, wird das Maschenbild deutlich luftiger, weil Belle in eine andere Garngruppe gehört. Sie sollten sich daran orientieren, dass Sie die Maschenprobe einhalten und dementsprechend die Nadelstärke wählen. Beachten Sie auch, dass sich die Garnmenge ändert, Sie benötigen weniger Garn, weil Belle eine längere Lauflänge hat. Zur Umrechnung können Sie unseren Garnumrechner verwenden.

29.07.2019 - 15:53

country flag Gisela wrote:

Hallo, nochmal eine Frage zu M.1: wie soll ich das lesen, sind die Zeichen nur die Hinreihen oder sind auch die Rückreihen dargestellt? Freundlichen Gruß aus Bourgas/BG

20.05.2019 - 17:56

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Gisela, das Diagram zeigt alle Reihen, die Hin- sowie die Rück-Reihen, von der Vorderseite gesehen. Hier lesen Sie mehr über Diagramme. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

21.05.2019 - 09:38