Ripple and Bloom ~ single printed pattern**
All summer long the seaside gardens of Falcarragh overflow with cascading hydrangeas, their vibrant blossoms spilling over walls and fences to the distant sounds of crashing waves...
Inspired by this pairing of movement and colour, Ripple and Bloom is a lightweight cardigan with lace details at the yoke, cuffs and hem. A captivating but uncomplicated knit, it is worked top down with circular yoke construction, and is highly suitable for variegated yarns.
Designed by Ailbíona McLochlainn
MATERIALS & INFO
Yarn
Apple Oak Fibre Works Softwool [300m /328y) / 100g (3.5oz)]
4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins
shown in River Moon
Gauge
10cm x 10cm (4” x 4”) = 25 sts x 34 rows, in stockinette, with Needle A
Needles
Needle A: circular needle, 3.25mm (US 3) in diameter (or as needed to meet gauge)
Needle B: circular needle, 2.75mm (US 2) in diameter (or .5mm [1 US size] smaller than Needle A)
Notions
tapestry needle; stitch markers; scrap yarn; snap fasteners (10-12, or as desired), and corresponding number of buttons; optional: backing ribbon
Sizing & Fit
Finished garment measures as follows at chest circumference:
85cm [34”] (90cm [36”], 95cm [38”], 100cm [40”], 110cm [44”], 120cm [48”])
Select size with desired amount of ease and refer to schematic for details.
Special Techniques
provisional cast-on, short rows, lace
Pattern Support
For help with techniques mentioned in this pattern, visit:
Ravelry: Designs by Ailbíona McLochlainn
**a download link is available on the paper pattern. For an electronic version only, please see Ravelry: Designs by Ailbíona McLochlainn
