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Our yarn kits contain the required amount of yarn needed to complete the project in a particular size.
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This fabulous yoked sweater is knitted in the round from the bottom up in stocking stitch. Gentle waist shaping creates a flattering shape. Sleeves are also knitted in the round then joined with the body to work this classic diamond patterned yoke using Fair Isle technique.
This simple yet absorbing knit is a great introduction to both Fair Isle and circular knitting. A true classic sweater to be worn again and again.
Diamonds are Forever is knitted in Excelana 4 ply, 100% pure wool, which is the perfect yarn for Fair Isle knitting. The colours used in the sample shown are Alabaster for the main body with Charcoal, Sweet Chestnut, Persian Grey and Saharan Sand used for the yoke.
The pattern includes both written and charted instructions.
Visit our tutorials page for help with knitting in the round and two handed fair isle.
Our model is wearing the third size with approximately 1.5 inches of positive ease.
Diamonds Are Forever is also part of the Coronation Knits collection.
Sizing:.
This sweater is designed to be worn with approx 1.5 inches of positive ease for a comfortable yet slightly tailored fit.
Yarn:
Excelana 4 ply from Susan Crawford, 100% British wool, 159m/174yds per 50g
7 (9, 9, 12, 12, 14, 14) 50g skeins shade Alabaster 1 50g skein each of shades Saharan Sand, Persian Grey, Charcoal and Sweet Chestnut.
Gauge:
30 sts and 38 rows to 10cm(4in) measured over stocking stitch knitted in the round.
Suggested Needles:
1 2.75mm circular needle (80-100cm long)
1 3mm circular needle (80-100cm long)
Set of 2.75mm double pointed needles
Set of 3mm double pointed needles
Notions:
Stitch markers
Stitch holders
Safety pins
Scissors
Knitting in the round
Two handed fair isle
Working from a chart
Three needle cast off
Blocking and finishing
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