DROPS Muskat
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Crocheted Cardigan in DROPS Muskat. Piece is worked bottom up with lace pattern and flower pattern. Size M-L/XL.

DROPS 68-15
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DROPS Design: Pattern r-389
Yarn group B
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Sizes: M - L/XL
Finished measurements: 90-108 cm [35 3/8" - 42.5"]

Materials: DROPS MUSKAT from Garnstudio
500-550 g. col. no. 43, violet.

3 DROPS Coconut buttons nr 516

DROPS 4 mm [US F] crochet hook, or size needed to obtain correct gauge.

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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 Muskat
DROPS Muskat
100% Cotton
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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.
Gauge: 1 diagram = approx. 9 cm [3.5"] in width.
12 rows of Pattern 2 = approx. 10 cm [4"] in height.

Pattern: See chart. The pattern is seen from the right side. «1 rapport» = «1 repeat».

Note: All measurements in pattern refer to the garment when held up or worn, because the pattern pulls in and lengthens.

Body:
Cardigan is worked back and forth from opening mid front.
Ch 201-241 loosely. Turn and crochet Pattern 1 once across row (10-12 repeats).
Then crochet Pattern 2 on the next row and repeat a total of 5 times, the piece measures approx. 20 cm [7 7/8"].
Crochet Pattern 3. At the same time when the piece measures approx. 32-35 cm [12 5/8" - 13.75"] divide and crochet each part of Body separately.
Each front = 2 repeats; back = 4 repeats, skip 1-2 repeats at each side for armhole.

Right front:
Continue with Pattern 3 over 2 repeats starting at front edge.
When the piece measures approx. 42-46 cm [16.5" - 18 1/8"] (adjust to finish after 1 flower) continue with Pattern 3 but do not make flowers.
At the same time shape the neck as follows:
From WS crochet until 2 ch-spaces remain before front edge.
Turn and crochet back. Now crochet over 1 less ch-space at neck edge on every row from WS a total of 3 times.
Continue to crochet in pattern until the piece measures 52-56 cm [20.5" - 22"], fasten off.

Left front:
Crochet the same as right front, reversing all shaping.

Back:
Continue to crochet Pattern 3 until piece measures approx. 42-46 cm [16.5" - 18 1/8"], then crochet the rest without flowers (as on front).
When the piece measures approx. 49-53 cm [19.25" - 20 7/8"] crochet the next row as follows: work over 7 ch-spaces = shoulder, sc over the following 10 ch-spaces = neck (crochet 1 sc in every ch-space and 1 sc in each sc between ch-spaces), work over 7 ch-spaces = shoulder.
Finish with 1 row of ch-spaces on each shoulder.
The piece measures approx. 52-56 cm [20.5" - 22"], fasten off.

Sleeve:
Worked back and forth.
Ch 51-51 loosely. Turn and crochet Pattern 1 once across row (2.5 repeats), then crochet Pattern 2 twice, then continue in Pattern 3 (15 ch-spaces).
When the piece measures approx. 10 cm [4"] inc 1 ch-space at the end of row on alternately right and left side of piece a total of 8-10 times like this: inc at the end of every 3rd and 4th rows by ch 4, then 1 sc in the last sc from previous row = 23-25 ch-spaces on row.
Continue until piece measures approx. 52-54 cm [20.5" - 21.25"].
Then crochet over 1 less ch-space at end of every row until the piece measures 56-58 cm [22" - 22 7/8"], fasten off.

Assembly:
Crochet together shoulders as follows:
* 1 sc in first ch-space on front, ch 1, 1 sc in first ch-space on back, ch 1 *, repeat from * - * on each shoulder.
Crochet together the sleeve as follows from bottom edge:
* 1 sc in one side, ch 2, 1 sc in other side*, repeat from * - * until approx. 5-9 cm [2" - 3.5"] remains.
Crochet sleeves to Body in the same way as sleeves were crocheted together.
Crochet 1 row sc along both front bands and around the neck - crochet snugly around the neck so that the neckline will not sag.

Buttonhole loops:
Make 3 buttonhole loops along right front.
Start at top edge: * 1 sc, ch 3, fasten with 1 sc 1 cm [3/8"] below, sl st approx. 8-9 cm [3 1/8" - 3.5"] lower on band * repeat from * - * until there are 3 loops. Sew on buttons on left front.

This pattern has been corrected.

Updated online: 03.03.2006
Some stores have told us their customers has used crochet hook size 3½ mm/US E/4 instead.
Updated online: 16.04.2010
Sleeve: ...... inc at the end of every 3rd and 4th rows - make inc by ch 4, then 1 sc in the last sc from previous row = 23-25 ch-st bows on row.

Diagram

All measurements in charts are in cm.

symbols = 1 chain stitch - If you work outermost on the hook the chain stitch will often be too tight; 1 chain stitch should be as long as 1 double crochet is wide.
symbols = 1 single crochet in stitch below
symbols = 1 chain stitch to turn with
symbols = 1 double crochet in the stitch below
symbols = 1 single crochet around the chain space
symbols = 5 single crochets around the chain space
symbols = 1 bobble in the stitch below: * make a yarn over, insert hook in the single crochet below and get the yarn*, work from *-* a total of 3 times = 6 loops + 1 stitch on the hook. Make a yarn over and and pull yarn through all loops + stitch on hook (1 stitch remain on hook).
symbols = 1 double crochet around chain space
symbols = 1 leaf (4 leaves form 1 flower): *make a yarn over, insert hook in the stitch on top of bobble below and get the yarn*, work from *-* a total of 3 times = 6 loops + 1 stitch on hook. Make a yarn over and pull yarn through all loops + stitch on hook (1 stitch remain on hook).
symbols = 1 slip stitch
symbols = 1 leaf (4 leaves form 1 flower): *make a yarn over, insert hook below in the slip stitch in the middle of the flower and get the yarn*, work from *-* a total of 3 times = 6 loops + 1 stitch on hook. Make a yarn over and pull yarn through all loops + stitch on hook (1 stitch remain on hook).
symbols = 1 repeat
diagram
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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Comments / Questions (121)

country flag Jeanne wrote:

Mijn vraag is hoe haak ik de bloemetjes in het voorpand?Ik heb al diverse pogingen gedaan maar het wil maar niet lukken en zitten er ook bloemetjes op de mouwen?Ik hoop dat U mij kunt helpen bij voorbaat hartelijk dank Jeanne

15.03.2013 - 12:22

DROPS Design answered:

De bloemen maken onderdeel uit van patroon 3 en ze worden dus ook op de mouwen gehaakt. Om de bloemen te haken, volgt u het telpatroon M.3 en de uitleg die erboven staat. 1 bloemetje bestaat uit 4 blaadjes, zoals beschreven staat.

16.03.2013 - 08:01

country flag Marie wrote:

I try to make the Drops68-15 light as a feather cardigan can you please tell me what is pattern 1and pattern 2 and patter 3 where are those instructions.

11.03.2013 - 21:23

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Marie, pattern 1,2 and 3 = diagrams M.1, M.2 and M.3 at the bottom of the page. Happy crocheting!

12.03.2013 - 09:40

country flag Isobel wrote:

How much wool does the pattern for this cardigan need please. ???

11.03.2013 - 13:58

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Isobel, required materials is indicated on the right side of the picture : 500 g Drops Muskat for size M and 550 g Drops Muskat for size L/XL. Click on the link to shadecards for Drops Muskat to read more about this yarn. Happy crocheting !

11.03.2013 - 14:04

country flag Salli Rainwater wrote:

I would love to make this, but have no idea how much yarn to order for XL?

11.03.2013 - 04:42

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Rainwater, you will need 550 g Drops Muskat in size L/XL. Happy crocheting!

11.03.2013 - 09:01

country flag Diana wrote:

Thanks for the responses. It's looking a little bunchy, but I'm sure I'll figure it out.

08.03.2013 - 23:14

country flag Shannon wrote:

Diana, it looks like a simple directionally attached bobble. The extra yarns on the hook are produced by inserting in another stitch nearby and pulling up the yarn through. Normally your bobbles are sitting in the same direction as you dc's but her you are inserting in another stitch from another row so your bobbles lay horizontally.

05.03.2013 - 07:24

country flag Diana wrote:

Would someone be able to explain how to do the "petal", (the symbol with the two circles with an arrow in the diagram)? The pattern encompasses 4 rows, and I just can't figure it out. thank you very much. Regards. diana

05.03.2013 - 02:38

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Diana, this "petal" has to be worked in the st at the other end of the arrow, ie 5th row in M.3 is : ... 1 sc in next ch loop, ch2, petal worked in the sc of the previous row, ch 2, sc 1 in next ch loop. On next row, : sc 1, ch 5, sl st in the petal from previous row, petal worked in the last sc made, ch 5, petal worked in the sl st (middle of flower) and sc in next ch loop. etc.. Happy crocheting!

05.03.2013 - 09:07

country flag Adrianne wrote:

Bolero 68-15 Instructions mention Pattern 1,2,3 but must have missed what they are to crochet this beautiful bolero. Where do I find them?

17.01.2013 - 16:55

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Adrianne, you'll find the diagrams at the very end of the pattern / page. Links are the names : M.1, M.2 and M.3. Happy crocheting !

17.01.2013 - 17:44

country flag Gladys wrote:

Great looking pattern but unable to get directions Please send. Thank you Gladys Crowley-Bodge

08.12.2012 - 19:01

country flag Ginny wrote:

What is Pattern 1, Pattern 2, Pattern 3? I need this written out, ie. sc in 1st stitch, dc in 2nd stitch. Thanks, Ginny

06.12.2012 - 14:36

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Ginny, Pattern 1, 2 and 3 refer to the diagram at the very bottom of the page. You will have the explanation to pattern just above (1 symbol = 1 st). Happy crocheting !

06.12.2012 - 15:12