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Knit So Fine
Knit So Fine
D e s i g n s w i t h S k i n n y Ya r n
Lisa R. Myers,
Laura Grutzeck,
and Carol J. Sulcoski
Introduction
skinny yarns get a really bad rap. knitters somehow have the idea that they’re slow,
fussy, or old-fashioned. We’re here to prove otherwise. thin yarns offer a world We’ll give you some small
of possibilities; in fact, they can do anything a thick yarn can do, and more—and projects that you can finish
often, they do it better. Projects knitted with thin yarns can be quick, easy, daring, or quickly for a satisfying sense of
bold—though it’s certainly true that they can be elaborate, refined, or demure. the accomplishment. We’ll also show
you how to use fine yarns in
projects in this book are designed to disprove the myths you may have heard about
different ways—double-stranding
fine yarns and to show you things you haven’t imagined.
or knitting at looser gauges—for
times when speed is important.
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Introduction
skinny yarns get a really bad rap. knitters somehow have the idea that they’re slow,
fussy, or old-fashioned. We’re here to prove otherwise. thin yarns offer a world We’ll give you some small
of possibilities; in fact, they can do anything a thick yarn can do, and more—and projects that you can finish
often, they do it better. Projects knitted with thin yarns can be quick, easy, daring, or quickly for a satisfying sense of
bold—though it’s certainly true that they can be elaborate, refined, or demure. the accomplishment. We’ll also show
you how to use fine yarns in
projects in this book are designed to disprove the myths you may have heard about
different ways—double-stranding
fine yarns and to show you things you haven’t imagined.
or knitting at looser gauges—for
times when speed is important.
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Bohus-Inspired Yoke Pullover
inspired by the beautiful sweaters of the swedish Bohus tradition,
this yoked pullover is knitted in a laceweight wool/silk blend yarn
that is double-stranded throughout for quicker knitting and greater
color interest. the soft heathery color gradations in the yoke are
achieved by changing the color of one strand at a time according
to a regular stripe sequence. the sweater is worked in the round
from the hem to the yoke; a bit of lace decorates the three-quarter-
length sleeves.
Finished size 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)” Needles Body and sleeves—U.S. size Stitch Guide
(81.5 [91.5, 101.5, 112, 122] cm) bust 4 (3.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) circular (cir) YOKE COLOR PATTERN
circumference. Sweater shown measures and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn).
32” (81.5 cm). Edging—U.S. size 3 (3 mm): 24” (60 Work 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) rounds of each
cm) cir and set of 4 or 5 dpn. Adjust of the following color combinations.
yarn Laceweight. needle size if necessary to obtain the 2 strands CC1.
Shown here: Jaggerspun Zephyr (50% correct gauge. 1 strand each of CC1 and CC2.
merino wool, 50% tussah silk; 630 yd 2 strands CC2.
[576 m]/2 oz): ice blue (MC) 3 (4, 4, Notions Markers (m); stitch holders or 1 strand each of CC2 and CC3.
4, 5) balls; marine blue (CC1), Aegean waste yarn; safety pin or small stitch 2 strands CC3.
blue (CC2), juniper (CC3), peacock holder; tapestry needle. 1 strand each of CC3 and CC4.
(CC4), jade (CC5), and teal (CC6), 1 2 strands CC4.
ball each. Gauge 28 stitches and 40 rounds = 1 strand each of CC4 and CC5.
4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked 2 strands CC5.
in the round on larger needles with two 1 strand each of CC5 and CC6.
strands of yarn. 2 strands CC6.
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Bohus-Inspired Yoke Pullover
inspired by the beautiful sweaters of the swedish Bohus tradition,
this yoked pullover is knitted in a laceweight wool/silk blend yarn
that is double-stranded throughout for quicker knitting and greater
color interest. the soft heathery color gradations in the yoke are
achieved by changing the color of one strand at a time according
to a regular stripe sequence. the sweater is worked in the round
from the hem to the yoke; a bit of lace decorates the three-quarter-
length sleeves.
Finished size 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)” Needles Body and sleeves—U.S. size Stitch Guide
(81.5 [91.5, 101.5, 112, 122] cm) bust 4 (3.5 mm): 24” (60 cm) circular (cir) YOKE COLOR PATTERN
circumference. Sweater shown measures and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn).
32” (81.5 cm). Edging—U.S. size 3 (3 mm): 24” (60 Work 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) rounds of each
cm) cir and set of 4 or 5 dpn. Adjust of the following color combinations.
yarn Laceweight. needle size if necessary to obtain the 2 strands CC1.
Shown here: Jaggerspun Zephyr (50% correct gauge. 1 strand each of CC1 and CC2.
merino wool, 50% tussah silk; 630 yd 2 strands CC2.
[576 m]/2 oz): ice blue (MC) 3 (4, 4, Notions Markers (m); stitch holders or 1 strand each of CC2 and CC3.
4, 5) balls; marine blue (CC1), Aegean waste yarn; safety pin or small stitch 2 strands CC3.
blue (CC2), juniper (CC3), peacock holder; tapestry needle. 1 strand each of CC3 and CC4.
(CC4), jade (CC5), and teal (CC6), 1 2 strands CC4.
ball each. Gauge 28 stitches and 40 rounds = 1 strand each of CC4 and CC5.
4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked 2 strands CC5.
in the round on larger needles with two 1 strand each of CC5 and CC6.
strands of yarn. 2 strands CC6.
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GALLERY OF PROJECTS
Contents
siMPLicity
Ruffle Scarf
Drapey Silk Top
Cabled Vest
Fair Isle Jacket
Cowlneck Pullover
Kimono Top
sPeeD
Ribby Vest
Anemone Beret
Eyelet Halter
Mohair T-Neck Top
Dolman Top
styLe
Skater Top
Lace-Trimmed Raglan
Wrap Dress DRAPEY SILK TOP EYELET HALTER ELBOW-LENGTH FINGERLESS GLOVES
Bamboo Skirt
Asymmetric Cardigan
sHiNe
Traveling Stitch Legwarmers
Elbow-Length Fingerless Gloves
Bohus-Inspired Pullover
Lattice Lace Pullover
Lace Stole
Zip-Front Hoodie
WRAP DRESS
Contents
siMPLicity
Ruffle Scarf
Drapey Silk Top
Cabled Vest
Fair Isle Jacket
Cowlneck Pullover
Kimono Top
sPeeD
Ribby Vest
Anemone Beret
Eyelet Halter
Mohair T-Neck Top
Dolman Top
styLe
Skater Top
Lace-Trimmed Raglan
Wrap Dress DRAPEY SILK TOP EYELET HALTER ELBOW-LENGTH FINGERLESS GLOVES
Bamboo Skirt
Asymmetric Cardigan
sHiNe
Traveling Stitch Legwarmers
Elbow-Length Fingerless Gloves
Bohus-Inspired Pullover
Lattice Lace Pullover
Lace Stole
Zip-Front Hoodie
WRAP DRESS
Perfect for all skill levels, the 20 stylish projects in Knit So Fine show that gar-
ments knitted with lightweight yarns can range from quick, easy, and daring
to bold, elaborate, refined, and sophisticated. “skinny” knits:
- are more flattering to the figure
- feel better against the skin
- are ideal for layering
- offer more versatility for fashion elements like ruching, ruffles, gauzy layers,
and drape.
Knit So Fine educates knitters about fine yarns: what they are, their advan-
tages over chunky yarns, plus tips and techniques to make the knitting process
more enjoyable. knitters will also find stylish and contemporary patterns,
including a drapey silk top, a supple zippered cable hoodie, a bamboo
skirt with stunning drape, a bohus-inspired pullover, a wrap dress, a ruffled
scarf, and much more! knitters will discover the versatility of knitting with fine
yarns—from quick knits and small projects to long-term projects that are worth
the wait.
Paperbound, 8½ × 9, 144 pages Lisa r. Myers is the author of THE JOY OF KNITTING and THE JOY OF KNITTING COMPANION. Her
100 photographs, 40 illustrations designs have been published by INTERWEAVE KNITS and Classic Elite, and Lisa designed patterns for
ISBN 978-1-59668-052-4 GETTING STARTED KNITTING (Interweave Press, 2006). She is also the owner of Rosie’s Yarn Cellar,
a retail yarn shop in Philadelphia. Lisa regularly designs patterns for her shop, including for the very
$24.95 US/$29.95 CANADA
successful RosieKnits line marketed to yarn shops across the country.
June 2008
Laura grutzeck has knitted for more than twenty years. Her patterns have appeared in STITCH ‘N
BITCH NATION and are frequently featured as part of the RosieKnits line.