DROPS Sky
DROPS Sky
74% Alpaca, 18% Polyamide, 8% Wool
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DROPS 210-34
DROPS design: Pattern sk-082
Yarn group B and A
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SIZE:
XS - S - M - L - XL - XXL

MATERIALS:
DROPS SKY from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group B)
200-200-250-250-250-300 g colour 13, denim blue
And use:
DROPS KID-SILK from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group A)
75-100-100-100-125-125 g colour 07, light sky blue

KNITTING TENSION:
14 stitches in width and 17 rows vertically in stocking stitch and 1 strand of each quality = 10 x 10 cm.

NEEDLES:
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 7 mm: Length 80 cm for stocking stitch.
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 6 mm: Length 80 cm for edges in garter stitch.
DROPS CROCHET HOOK 5 mm: For neck edge.
Needle size is only a suggestion! If you have too many stitches on 10 cm switch to a larger needle size. If you have too few stitches on 10 cm switch to a smaller needle size.

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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 Sky
DROPS Sky
74% Alpaca, 18% Polyamide, 8% Wool
from 5.40 € /50g
Get the yarn to make this pattern from 21.60€.

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Pattern instructions

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EXPLANATION FOR THE PATTERN:

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

INCREASE TIP (applies to sides of body):
Increase 1 stitch inside 1 edge stitch in garter stitch in each side by making 1 yarn over. On next row work yarn overs twisted to avoid holes. Then work the new stitches in stocking stitch.

KNITTING TIP:
Because of many increases in each side on sleeve, the increases are explained in rows vertically. If the knitting tension does not match vertically this will impact the finished measurement on sleeve. Check the knitting tension! If the knitting tension does not match you can adjust the distance between increases by dividing the number of increases to be done with desired sleeve length in cm.

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START THE PIECE HERE:

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JUMPER - SHORT OVERVIEW OF THE PIECE:
Work front piece, back piece and sleeves separately, back and forth on circular needle, bottom up. Sew piece together. Finally crochet an edge around the neck.

FRONT PIECE:
Cast on 52-58-64-70-76-84 stitches (including 1 edge stitch in each side) on circular needle size 6 mm with 1 strand Sky and 1 strand Kid-Silk (= 2 strands). Work 2 ridges in GARTER STITCH - read explanation above.
Switch to circular needle size 7 mm, and work in stocking stitch back and forth with 1 edge stitch in garter stitch in each side. REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION!
When piece measures 3 cm, increase 1 stitch in each side - read INCREASE TIP!
Increase like this every 2½-2½-3-3-3-3 cm 7 times in total in each side = 66-72-78-84-90-98 stitches.
When piece measures 22-23-24-25-26-27 cm, cast off for armholes at the beginning of row in each side as follows: Cast off 3 stitches 1 time, 2 stitches 1-2-2-3-4-4 times and 1 stitch 3-2-4-5-5-8 times = 50-54-56-56-58-60 stitches.
Continue to work until piece measures 48-50-52-54-56-58 cm. On next row cast off the middle 30-32-34-34-36-36 stitches for neck and finish each shoulder separately. Work over the 10-11-11-11-11-12 stitches on one shoulder until piece measures 50-52-54-56-58-60 cm. Loosely cast off. Work the other shoulder the same way. 

BACK PIECE:
Work as front piece.

SLEEVE:
Cast on 28-28-30-32-32-34 stitches (including 1 edge stitch in each side) on circular needle size 6 mm with 1 strand Sky and 1 strand Kid-Silk (= 2 strands). Work 2 ridges.
Switch to circular needle size 7 mm, and work in stocking stitch back and forth with 1 edge stitch in garter stitch in each side. When piece measures 2-2-2-2-4-4 cm, increase 1 stitch in each side – remember INCREASE TIP. Increase like this 24-26-26-27-29-29 times in total, in XS: On every 3rd row (equivalent to approx. 1,7 cm), in S, M and L: Alternately every 2nd and 3rd row (equivalent to approx. 1,5 cm), and in XL and XXL: On every other row (equivalent to approx.1,2 cm) = 76-80-82-86-90-92 stitches- read KNITTING TIP. After last increase work until sleeve measures 44-44-43-43-43-41 cm.
Now cast off for sleeve cap at the beginning of every row in each side as follows: Cast off 3 stitches 1 time and 2 stitches 2-2-2-2-3-3 times. Then cast off 1 stitch in each side until sleeve measures 51-51-52-53-54-54 cm. Cast off 3 stitches 1 time in each side, and then cast off the remaining stitches. Sleeve measures approx. 52-52-53-54-55-55 cm from top and down. Work the other sleeve the same way.

ASSEMBLY:
Sew the shoulder seams. Sew in sleeves inside 1 edge stitch. Sew underarm and side seams in one inside 1 edge stitch.

NECK EDGE:
Crochet 2 rounds with double crochets around the neck on hook size 5 mm with 1 strand in each quality. I.e. begin mid on top of one shoulder, work 1 slip stitch in first stitch, work 1 chain stitch, then work double crochets around the neck with approx. 1 double crochet in every stitch - make sure to make a nice and even edge and not too tight. Finish round with 1 slip stitch in chain stitch from beginning of round. Work next round the same way with 1 double crochet in every stitch from previous round. Fasten off.

Diagram

diagram measurements

Each of our patterns has specific tutorial videos to help you.

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 (54)

country flag Siw Anita wrote:

Hei. Kan for- og bakstykke strikkes rundt frem til felling til armhule i stedet for hver for seg/ frem og tilbake?

29.03.2021 - 13:30

DROPS Design answered:

HEi Siw Anita. Ja, det kan det, bare få riktig maskeantalle (ingen kantmasker), forandre på forklaringen til riller og stopp før det skal felles til ermhull. mvh DROPS design

12.04.2021 - 13:51

country flag Cathrine wrote:

Forstår ikke dette med fellinger til armhulen. Skal alt felles på en omgang eller over flere omganger? Hadde vært fint om det stod: omg 1 fell 3, omg 2 fell 2 osv...

16.03.2021 - 22:34

DROPS Design answered:

Hei Cathrine, Du feller på begynnelse av alle pinner; først 3 masker på de første 2 pinnene (1 gang på hver side), så 2 masker på de neste pinnene antall avhengig av størrelsen (hvis du strikker størrelse S da blir det 2 pinner, 1 gang på begge sider) osv. Håper dette hjelper. God fornøyelse!

17.03.2021 - 08:06

country flag Glenys Gallagher wrote:

Can I use another yarn A for the Kid-Silk that doesn't have mohair in it ? Unfortunately skin finds mohair to itchy!

03.03.2021 - 16:21

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Glenys, you can use different yarns, but you do have to know that th eresult might be different. You can use our yarn converter to find a good substitution, here. Happy Knitting!

03.03.2021 - 16:25

country flag Glenys Gallagher wrote:

Can I substitute Karisma for Sky and Kidsilk in this pattern. My daughter's fault she wants Maroon in Karisma!

17.02.2021 - 18:10

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Glenys, if you substitute Karisma for Sky+ KidSilk, the resulting piece will be heavier, less fluffy, a different texture. Also Karisma alone will be thinner than Sky+ Kid Silk, you will have to knit a gauge swatch and recalculate stitch and row-numbers accordingly. Our Yarncalculator HERE might help you calculating the needed amount. Happy Knitting!

18.02.2021 - 00:04

country flag Lise wrote:

Bonjour, Est-ce que ce modèle peut également se tricoter en point jersey ? Merci !

13.02.2021 - 17:02

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Lise, ce pull se tricote en fait en jersey - avec 2 côtes mousse pour la bordure du bas du pull et celle des manches. Bon tricot!

15.02.2021 - 08:11

country flag Marja-Leena Koski wrote:

Hei ! Onko tässä paidassa käytetty molempia lankoja; Drops sky ja Drops kid sky vai vain toista kaksinkerroin neulottuna?

06.02.2021 - 20:09

DROPS Design answered:

Pusero neulotaan molemmilla langoilla, eli DROPS Sky + DROPS Kid-Silk, yhtaikaa.

08.02.2021 - 16:48

country flag Krysia wrote:

Czy w schemacie podana jest ilość oczek czy cm.

01.02.2021 - 09:40

DROPS Design answered:

Witaj Krysiu, to jest schemat miar i jest podany w cm. Pozdrawiamy!

01.02.2021 - 11:52

country flag Andrea wrote:

Ik heb een vraag over het meerderen bij de mouwen voor maat M. Moet ik de 2/3e naald rekenen ná 1 heen en 1 terug meerderen, of sowieso elke 2/3e naald?

08.01.2021 - 22:21

country flag Janne wrote:

Hej. Jeg har købt garn til denne opskrift. Hvordan finder jeg ud af, hvilke andre opskrifter jeg kan bruge samme mix garn til?

21.12.2020 - 09:15

DROPS Design answered:

Hei Janne. På forsiden og under "Find opskrifter!" kan du skrive Kid-Silk og så kan du velge DROPS Sky under "Vælg et garn" Da får du opp andre modeller som er skrevet i denne garn kombinasjonen. God Fornøyelse!

21.12.2020 - 09:22

country flag Salja wrote:

Står inte hur många maskor som blir kvar i ärmen!

19.12.2020 - 08:30

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Salja, nej for det kommer an på hvor mange pinde du når at strikke med indtagninger inden du når målet. Det er for at få en jævn skrå kant hele vejen op til de sidste masker som lukkes af. God fornøjelse!

14.01.2021 - 13:26