FAIRISLE SWEATER IN SIRDAR COUNTRY CLASSIC 4 PLY
FREE PATTERN | Design No 10133
Timeless with a twist. Make this sweater your go-to for your weekend wardrobe this season. Featuring an oversized contemporary take on a fairisle pattern,...
Timeless with a twist. Make this sweater your go-to for your weekend wardrobe this season. Featuring an oversized contemporary take on a fairisle pattern, this sweater is great for spring summer layering. What’s more, its knitted in a luxurious wool blend yearn, for the softest of finishes.
You'll also need: 1 Pair of 3¼mm (UK10 - US3) Knitting Needles, 1 Pair of 2¾mm (UK12 - US2) Knitting Needles and Stitch Holders.
Yarn Facts
About This Yarn
A firm favourite in a finer weight, Country Classic 4 Ply is perfect for light layers. Boasting beautiful shades inspired by the British countryside, the 50/50 blend of pure wool and acrylic feels wonderfully soft on the skin.
What's it like to work with?
This yarn feels soft and warm as you knit and you'll notice amazing stitch definition, which is perfect for showcasing intricate colour-work or fancy stitches.
What is it best for?
Created with lightweight layers in mind, this yarn is perfect for Fair Ise and intarsia patterns, lace-like panels and all over-fancy stitched for elegant womenswear.
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Composition
50% Merino Wool 50% Acrylic
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Tension
28 sts x 36 rows to 10 cm / 4 inches
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Ball Weight
50g In accordance with BS984
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Yarn Weight
4 Ply
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Yarn Length
200 metres (218 yards) approx
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Knitting Needle Size
3.25 mm (USA 3)
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Crochet Hook Size
3.25 mm (USA D/3)
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Washing Instructions
40 Machine Wash / Wool Cycle
