Summer Weight Stashbuster

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Created by: Suzy Rai

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I really enjoyed the challenge of creating this patchwork design using a summer weight yarn. The original design used Rowan Big Wool worked double to achieve the lovely textured colour combinations, but the finished cardigan was VERY heavy.

I used Debbie Bliss Dulcie yarn for this version, although it is a chunky yarn, it is lovely and light and those soft sherbert shades gave such a wonderful chalky colour palette.

I had to modify the pattern increasing the size of the squares by two stitches and 4 rows. I used 8mm and 10mm needles. In addition to this, I needed to add a neck band to the front to give it some added weight and structure, but I think the original would benefit from this too. I cast on 5 stitches and worked a K1 P1 rib alternating the colours in line with the colour squares. I used 8mm needles for this and stitched the band in place. I think this gave a lovely professional finish rather than picking up and knitting the band; a bit more time consuming, but worth it!

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Pattern

Stash buster patchwork cardigan
Yarns
Rowan Cotton Wool - Mushy (202) ✕ 1 ball

Rowan Cotton Wool - Moon (211) ✕ 1 ball

Rowan Cotton Wool - Dolly (206) ✕ 1 ball

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Rose (06) ✕ 2.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Sky (09) ✕ 3.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Pebble (03) ✕ 3.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Mallard (10) ✕ 3.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Heather (08) ✕ 2.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Cloud (04) ✕ 2.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Duck Egg (11) ✕ 3.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Citrus (12) ✕ 2.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Blossom (05) ✕ 2.0 balls

Debbie Bliss Dulcie - Ecru (02) ✕ 4.0 balls
Needles & Hooks
- Single Point 8.00mm (US 11) 33cm
- Single Point 10.00mm (US 15) 33cm
Measurements

70cm length

Notes: I had to adjust the size of the squares to achieve the gauge stated in the pattern, this is because I needed to use smaller needles as the yarn was not as thick and heavy as the original design
Tags
- Cardigans
- Women
Craft
Knitting

Skill Level
Beginner

Status
Complete

Started on: Apr 27, 2023 Finished on: May 9, 2023
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3 Comments
- Helen B
  
  8 months ago
  
  You’ve given me a great idea to use up some stash Suzy. Looks fab. 👍
  
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  Suzy Rai
  
  8 months ago • Nottingham
  
  THank you so much Helen :) xx
  
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- Jennifer M
  
  8 months ago • Daleys Point.
  
  Fabulous way to use up stash.
  
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