We’re all aflutter with excitement for the summer issue of Pom Pom Quarterly. Issue 37 is inspired by all things avian. This innovative independent publication showcases 9 knit and crochet patterns that are perfect for warmer temperatures. With a spotlight on summer tops and tank tops, this issue will let your creativity take wing! Be sure to grab your copy before this issue flies out of the shop.
From the publisher:
“For Issue 37, the designers take their inspiration from the alluring textures and glorious colours of birds. These talented individuals have taken our cue and stretched their wings! We were so impressed with their imaginative interpretations of our theme as they have thought so carefully about every aspect of these animals: from the shape of their footprints in snow to their sky formations. Within the pages of our Summer 2021 collection, you can expect nine patterns which are as elegant and dynamic as the airborne creatures they reference.”
Our Pattern Picks:
Soul Bird by Sari Nordlund
Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Finished chest (fullest point) circumference: 96 (104, 114, 124, 134, 142, 152, 162, 172) cm / 37¾ (41, 45, 48¾, 52¾, 56, 59¾, 63¾, 67¾)“ – to be worn with up to 20cm / 8” positive ease
Heather’s height is 170cm / 5’ 7” with a chest (fullest point) circumference of 107cm / 42”, and is shown wearing a size 5.
Gauge: 22 sts and 36 rounds = 10cm / 4” over lace pattern on 3.5mm needles in the round, after blocking.
Materials:
- Kelbourne Woolens Mojave (DK-weight; 60% cotton, 40% linen; 170m / 185yds per 50g skein)
Shade: Flamingo pink (669); 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins - 3mm / US 2.5 circular needle, 80-100cm / 32-40” length and 40cm / 16” length
- 3.5mm / US 4 circular needle, 80-100cm / 32-40” length
- 4 stitch markers (including one unique for beginning of round)
- scrap yarn
- cable needle
- sewing needle
Passerine by Chloe Elizabeth Birch
Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Finished chest (fullest point) circumference:
91 (98, 109, 118, 129, 136, 147, 156, 167)cm / 36 (38½, 43, 46½, 51, 53½, 58, 61½, 66)“ – to be worn with 5-15cm / 2-6” positive ease.
Cassie’s height is 173cm / 5’ 8” with a chest (fullest point) circumference of 81cm / 32”, and is shown wearing a size 2.
Materials:
- De Rerum Natura Penelope (sport / 6-ply-weight; 90% wool, 10% silk; 133m / 146 yds per 50g ball).(616331); 8 (9, 10, 11, 13, 13, 14, 15, 16) balls
- 3mm / US 2.5 knitting needles
- 3.5mm / US 4 knitting needles
- 4 stitch markers
- 2 safety pins
- stitch holders or scrap yarn
- cable needle
- tapestry needle
Hoopoe by Valerie Rachel
Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
Finished chest (fullest point) circumference:
89 (98, 108, 117, 127, 137, 148, 158, 167, 178)cm / 35 (38½, 42½, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 70)“ – to be worn with approx. 7.5-15cm / 3-6” positive ease.
Cassie’s height is 173cm / 5’ 8” with a chest (fullest point) circumference of 81cm / 32”, and is shown wearing a size 2.
Materials:
- BC Garn Bio Balance (sport-weight; 55% wool / 45% cotton; 225m / 246yds per 50g hank)
Yarn A: 3 (3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) hanks
Yarn B: 1 hank
Yarn C: 1 hank - 3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle, 80cm / 32” length and 40cm / 16” length
- 5 stitch markers (including one unique marker for beg of row/round)
- tapestry needle
Fenix by Nomad Stitches
Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Finished chest (fullest point) circumference: 72 (80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150)cm / 28¼ (32¼, 35½, 39½, 43¼, 47¼, 51¼, 55, 59)“ – to be worn with approx. 3-10cm / 1¼-4” negative ease
Heather’s height is 170cm / 5’ 7” with a chest (fullest point) circumference of 107cm / 42”, and is shown wearing a size 4.
Materials:
- 515 (590, 660, 750, 840, 930, 980, 1100, 1150)m / 560 (650, 715, 820, 920, 1020, 1070, 1200, 1250)yds of sport-weight yarn. We recommend Elemental Affects Coastal
- 4.5mm / US 7 crochet hook
- 3 locking stitch markers (preferably of three unique types)
- tapestry needle
Beyond the patterns, each Pom Pom Quarterly has additional articles and inspiration, perfect to curl up and enjoy on a warm summer day.
From the publisher:
In addition to 9 knit and crochet patterns, a recipe, an article, and a tutorial are nested into the pages of PPQ37! Fiona Churchman blew us away with her recipe for Feather Bread (a pandan coconut milk loaf) inspired by the treats she used to buy from London’s Chinatown bakeries before lockdown! Be sure to read Solène Le Roux’s insightful musings on how birds and humans can adapt to their surroundings. And Nuria Casadella-Puigvert of GANXXET walks you through how to make colourful chains for your sunglasses and face masks for when you’re out and about this summer!