DROPS Alpaca
DROPS Alpaca
100% Alpaca
from 3.40 £ /50g
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DROPS 208-10

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DROPS design: Pattern z-879
Yarn group A
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FOR THE ENTIRE SET:

SIZE:
S/M – L/XL
Head circumference: 54/56 - 58/60 cm

MATERIALS:
DROPS ALPACA from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group A)
150-150 g colour 501, light gray mix

HAT:

SIZE:
S/M – L/XL
Head circumference: 54/56 - 58/60 cm

MATERIALS:
DROPS ALPACA from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group A)
100-100 g colour 501, light gray mix

KNITTING TENSION:
24 stitches in width and 32 rows vertically in stocking stitch = 10 x 10 cm.

NEEDLES:
DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES AND CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 3 mm, length 40 cm.
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 2.5 mm, length 40 cm for rib.
Needle size is only a suggestion! If you have too many stitches on 10 cm switch to larger needles. If you have too few stitches on 10 cm switch to smaller needles.

NECK:

SIZE:
S/M – L/XL
Measurements: Circumference: approx. 56-60 cm Height: approx. 26-28 cm

MATERIALS:
DROPS ALPACA from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group A)
100-100 g colour 501, light gray mix

KNITTING TENSION:
23 stitches in width and 30 rows vertically in stocking stitch = 10 x 10 cm.

NEEDLES:
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 3.5 mm: length 40 or 60 cm.
Needle size is only a suggestion! If you have too many stitches on 10 cm switch to larger needles. If you have too few stitches on 10 cm switch to smaller needles.

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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 Alpaca
DROPS Alpaca
100% Alpaca
from 3.40 £ /50g
Get the yarn to make this pattern from 10.20£.

The yarn cost is calculated from the pattern’s smallest size and the yarn’s cheapest product type. Looking for an even better price? You might find it on the DROPS Deals!

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..
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EXPLANATION FOR THE PATTERN:

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GARTER STITCH (back and forth):
Knit all rows.
1 ridge vertically = knit 2 rows.

PATTERN:
Hat: See diagram A.1 and A.2 - choose diagram for your size.
Neck warmer: See diagram A.1.
Diagrams show all rows in pattern seen from the right side.

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START THE PIECE HERE:

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HAT - SHORT OVERVIEW OF THE PIECE:
Worked in the round on circular needle, bottom up. Switch to double pointed needle when decreasing at the top.

HAT:
Cast on 112-128 stitches on circular needle size 2.5 mm with Alpaca. Work rib (knit 2/purl 2) in the round for 10 cm. Switch to circular needle size 3 mm. Work pattern A.1 (= 4 stitches) on round. REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION! When piece measures 23-25 cm from cast-on edge - adjust so that next row worked is first row in A.1 (i.e. A row knitted over all stitches), work as follows: Knit 1, insert a marker thread here. This is now beginning of rounds. Now work A.2 (= 28-32 stitches) 4 times in total on round. When entire A.2 has been worked vertically, there are 16-16 stitches on round. Cut the yarn and pull it through the remaining stitches, tighten together and fasten. Hat measures approx. 32-35 cm. Fold rib at the bottom up so that fold is approx. 5 cm. Hat measures approx. 27-30 cm with approx. 5 cm fold at the bottom.

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NECK WARMER - SHORT SUMMARY OF PIECE:
Work piece back and forth in 2 parts on circular needle. Then slip the two parts on to same circular needle and work in the round on circular needle.

NECK:
Cast on 64-68 stitches on circular needle size 3½ mm with Alpaca. Purl 1 row from wrong side, then work pattern as follows from right side: 1 edge stitch in GARTER STITCH - see explanation above, A.1 (= 4 stitches) until 3 stitches remain on needle, knit 2 and finish with 1 edge stitch in garter stitch. Continue back and forth like this. REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION! When piece measures 13-14 cm, adjust so that next row is from right side, put piece aside. Knit another part the same way.
Now insert the 2 parts together on same circular needle = 128-136 stitches. Insert a marker thread in each side (i.e. in transition between the 2 parts put together). Begin round at one of the 2 marker threads and work as follows:
ROUND 1: * Knit 2 together (= 1 stitch decreased), knit over knit and purl over purl until 2 stitches remain before next marker thread, slip 1 stitch knitwise, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over (= 1 stitch decreased) *, work from *-* 1 more time on round = 124-132 stitches.
ROUND 2: * Knit 2 together (= 1 stitch decreased), knit over knit and purl over purl until 2 stitches remain before next marker thread, slip 1 stitch knitwise, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over (= 1 stitch decreased) *, work from *-* 1 more time on round = 120-128 stitches.
Then continue in the round with knit over knit and purl over purl. When piece measures 13-14 cm from where the 2 parts were put together on needle (= 26-28 cm in total), cast off with knit over knit and purl over purl. Cut and fasten the yarn.

This pattern has been corrected.

Updated online: 07.03.2022
Hat: ... Now work A.2 (= 28-32 stitches) 4 times in total on round.
+ New diagram A.2

Diagram

symbols = knit from the right side, purl from the wrong side
symbols = purl from the right side, knit from the wrong side
symbols = knit 2 together
symbols = slip 1 stitch knitwise, knit 1, pass slipped stitch over
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 (7)

country flag Julie wrote:

Spørsmål om halsen: Når man strikker to rettmasker etter A.1, blir det 4 riller på den ene siden. Skal man ikke strikke A.1 ut pinnen slik at det blir annenhver rett og riller?

19.12.2022 - 00:03

DROPS Design answered:

Hei Julie, Hvis du strikker størrelse S/M, har du 64 masker. Du strikker 1 maske i rille, A.1 (som er 4 masker) til du har 3 masker igjen (x15), 2 rett og 1 maske i rille. Når du strikker tilbake, blir de 2 rettmaskene strikket vrang. Så du strikker vrangbord med 1 maske rille på hver side. Det blir det samme i den større størrelsen, men A.1 x 16. God fornøyelse!

19.12.2022 - 06:57

country flag Marika wrote:

Bonjour équipe Drops, Votre réponse est très claire, mille mercis. Bien cordialement.

27.09.2021 - 18:44

country flag Marika wrote:

DROPS design: Modèle z-879 bonjour, pour le bonnet, il est indiqué : "Tricoter maintenant 4 fois A.2 " or, A.2 représente 30 rangs ? Je ne comprends pas quels sont les rangs à tricoter 4 fois, je vous remercie de votre réponse, bien cordialement. N.B. merci à vos équipes pour tout ce travail d'explications qui nous permet de réaliser de jolis ouvrages, je suis fan de votre site et de la laine DROPS depuis de nombreuses années.

26.09.2021 - 21:53

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Marika, vous devez tricoter 4 fois A.2 en largeur, autrement dit vous répétez 4 fois le diagramme sur toutes les mailles de l'aiguille, si vous avez 112 mailles, vous répétez 4 fois ces 28 mailles (= 4x28=112 m) et si vous avez 128 m, vous répétez 4 fois ces 32 mailles (= 4x32=128 m). Quand les diagrammes sont terminés, il vous reste 4 fois (4 mailles) = 16 mailles au total. Est-ce plus clair ainsi? N'hésitez pas à nous le dire si ce n'est pas le cas. Bonne continuation!

27.09.2021 - 08:41

country flag Tina wrote:

Hei, når det gjelder halsen. Skal selve halsen som strikkes rundt etter at man har strikket de to delene i struktur, strikkes som vrangbord, 2rette og 2 vrange og ikke struktur? hilsen Tina

09.12.2020 - 12:20

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Tina, ja det stemmer, da strikker du vrangbord 2 ret, 2 vrang. God fornøjelse!

15.12.2020 - 14:46

country flag Susanne Krüger wrote:

Hallo! bezieht sich die Maschenprobe von 24 Maschen glatt rechts auf 10 cm auf die Nadelstärke 3 oder 2,5 für die Mütze?

16.11.2020 - 09:42

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Frau Krüger, die Maschenprobe wird glatt rechts mit den grösseren Nadeln = Nr 3 für die Mütze gestrickt. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

16.11.2020 - 10:09

country flag Cecilia wrote:

Fortsättning angående halsvärmaren: 3. Man stickar sedan enligt mönstret (ej slätst), och mitt i instruktionen står med versaler "Kontrollera stickfastheten". Det tycks mig underligt då provet anger slätstickning och halsvärmaren stickas enligt angivet mönster. Jag vill förstås undvika att sticka färdigt en halsvärmare som visar sig helt fel i storlek.

03.02.2020 - 12:18

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Cecilia, om du i ditt stickprov har 23 m på 10 cm i slätstickning, så vill du få rätt mått på halsvärmaren. Lycka till :)

11.02.2020 - 08:52

country flag Cecilia wrote:

Hej! Jag är förbryllad över halsvärmaren. 1. Det är instruktion för stickfastheten för mössan och halsvärmaren - är det avsiktligt eller ett skrivfel? 2. För stickfasthet står: 23m och 30 varv ska ge 10x10 cm. Under rubriken "STICKOR" står "rundsticka 3,5" medan det i senare instruktion står "Lägg upp 64-68 maskor på rundsticka 3". Ska man göra ett prov på sticka 3,5 och sedan börja sticka 3? ........ Jag skriver fråga 3. i nytt meddelande.

03.02.2020 - 12:15

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Cecilia, nej sticknummer är ett skriv fel, men det stämmer att du på ditt stickprov skall få 23 m på 10 cm på halsen. Och 24 maskor (lite tätare) på 10 cm på mössan. Tack för info, vi skall få rättat till st 3,5.

10.02.2020 - 17:10