The Patterns:
Y-Top
Y-top is a fitted summer tank, with a deep V neckline and straight back, knit in a ribbed stitch pattern that creates a stretchy fabric with design accents.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
To fit following bust measurements: 76-83 (84-91, 92-99, 100-107, 108-116, 117-127, 128-139, 140-149) cm [30-32¾ (33-35¾, 36-39, 39½-42, 42½-45½, 50½-54¾, 55-58¾]”
Finished Measurements: Bust circumference, with a negative ease of approx 5 – 13 cm [1¾ – 4½]”: approx. 70 (78, 86, 95, 103, 115, 128, 140) cm […]”; Length from shoulder to edge: approx. 30 (31, 33, 35, 37, 40, 43, 45) cm […]”
Yarn: Knitting for Olive Merino: 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls
Needles: 3 mm / US2.5 circular needle and one 3 mm / US2.5 double-pointed needle, or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 29 sts and 34 rows = 10 cm [4″] in 2×2 rib pattern with 3 mm / US2.5 circular needles
Notions: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle
Simple and Simple Sweater
This pattern only requires very basic knitting techniques: knitting, purling, increasing, and decreasing. Knit with two strands of mohair held together with one strand of fingering – weight yarn, the Simple and Simple Sweater has a soft and fuzzy halo that gives the basic construction a sophisticated look.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL)
Finished Measurements: Length from shoulder to hem: 53 (55, 57, 59, 61, 62) cm [28¾ (21¾, 22½, 23¼, 24, 24½)]”; chest circumference: 94 (96, 100, 105, 115, 120) cm [36½ (37¾, 39¼, 41¼, 45¼, 47¼)]”; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 42 (44, 46, 47, 48, 49) cm [16½ (17¼, 18, 18½, 19, 19¼)]”
Yarn: 2 strands of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair: 6 (7, 7, 8, 10, 11) balls; and 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino: 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 6) balls
Needles: 4.5 mm / US7 and 6 mm / US10 circular needles in cable lengths 60 and 80 cm [24 and 32]”, and 4.5 mm / US7 and 6 mm / US10 double – pointed needles, in size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 16 sts and 21 rows = 10 cm [4″] in stockinette stitch with 6 mm / US10 needles
Notions: 1 unique color stitch marker, 3 other stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle
Truffle Sweater
The Truffle Sweater is worked with three strands together throughout, and seamlessly top down in the round in Double seed stitch pattern.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Finished measurements: Length from shoulder to edge: approx. 52 (54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 66, 70) cm [201⁄2 (211⁄4, 22, 223⁄4, 231⁄2, 241⁄2, 26, 271⁄2)]”; circumference at bust: approx. 89 (95, 101, 110, 117, 126, 135, 145) cm [453⁄4 (483⁄4, 52, 563⁄4, 593⁄4, 641⁄2, 691⁄4, 72)]”; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: approx. 46 (46, 47, 47, 47, 48, 48, 48) cm [18 (18, 181⁄2, 181⁄2, 181⁄2, 19, 19, 19)]”
Yarn: 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino: 6 (6, 7, 8, 8, 9, 9, 10) balls; and 2 strands of Soft Silk Mohair 6 (7, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) balls
Needles: 8 mm / US11 circular needles in 40 and 80 cm [16 and 32]” cable lengths, and 5 (5, 5, 5.5, 5.5, 5, 5, 5) mm / US8 (8, 8, 9, 9, 8, 8, 8) circular needle and double-pointed needles, in size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 13 sts and 20 rows = 10 cm [4″] in Double seed stitch pattern with 8 mm / US11 circular needle and with 1 strand of Heavy Merino and 2 strands of Soft Silk Mohair held together
Notions: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle
Karl Johan Collar
The Karl Johan Collar is a quintessential Scandinavian cold weather accessory. On an autumn or winter day, just grab your collar, tuck it in inside your coat, and you get that cozy and snuggly extra layer of warmth around your neck and upper torso.
Sizes: One size
Finished measurements: Length from shoulder to edge: approx. 30 cm [12″]; width: approx. 30 cm [12″]; ribbed neck length: approx. 18 cm [7″]
Yarn: 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino: 2 balls; 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair: 2 balls
Needles: 4 mm / US6 circular needle in cable length 40 cm [16″] and 3 mm / US2.5 double-pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 21 sts and 30 rows = 10 cm [4″] in stockinette stitch with 4 mm / US6 needles
Clotilde Cardigan
The Clotilde Cardigan is a soft and chunky cardigan in a bold diamond lace pattern. Top down and seamless, and worked with large needles and 4 strands together, Clotilde Cardigan is a quick, highly enjoyable knit.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL) Finished measurements: Bust circumference: approx. 104 (108, 112, 116, 120, 128) cm [41 (42½, 44, 45¾, 47¼, 50½)]”; length from shoulder to edge: 47 (49, 53, 57, 60, 66) cm [18½ (19¼, 20¾, 22¾, 23¾, 26]”; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 39 (41, 43, 45, 45, 45) cm [15¼ (16¼, 17, 17¾, 17¾, 17¾,]”
Yarn: 2 strands of Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino: 9 (9, 10, 10, 12, 13) balls; + 2 strand of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair: 5 (6, 6, 6, 7, 8) balls
Needles: 6 mm / US10 and 7 mm / US10¾ 80 cm [32″] circular needles, and 10 mm / US15 60 and 80 cm [24 and 32]” circular needles, in size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 10 sts and 13 rows = 10 cm [4″] in st st with 10 mm / US15 needle and 4 strands together
Notions: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle, optional: 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6) buttons, 20 mm [¾”] in diameter
Puff Tee
A classic stockinette stitch tee with important shoulder detailing that will elevate your style, the Puff Tee – light and soft, and worked with 2 strands of silk mohair together – is a quick knit.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Finished Measurements: Length from shoulder to hem: 51 (53, 55, 57, 59, 61, 65, 66) cm [20 (21, 213⁄4, 221⁄2, 231⁄4, 24, 251⁄2, 26)]”; chest circumference: 91 (95, 102, 110, 118, 130, 142, 152) cm [353⁄4 (371⁄2, 401⁄4, 431⁄4, 461⁄2, 511⁄4, 56, 593⁄4)]”; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 11.5 (11.5, 12, 12, 12, 12.5, 12.5, 12.5) cm [5″]
Yarn: 2 strands of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair: 6 (6, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) balls;
Needles: 4.5 mm / US7 and 3.5 mm / US4 circular needles in cable length 80 cm [32″], 4.5 mm / US7 and 3.5 mm / US4 double-pointed-needles, or size to obtain gauge, and 2.5 mm / US1.5 circular needle for Italian bind off method
Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 10 cm [4″] in stockinette stitch with 4.5 mm / US7 needles
Notions: Stitch markers (1 in unique color), waste yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle
Color Rain Sweater
Color Rain Sweater is constructed in one piece from the top down with raglan shaping and interesting color blending, which creates a gradient effect that makes the stockinette stitching almost addictive. It is worked with 8 strands of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair in two colors.
Sizes: S (M, L, XL)
Finished Measurements: length from shoulder to hem: 49 (53, 57, 61) cm [191⁄4 (203⁄4, 221⁄2, 24)]”; chest circumference: 108 (113, 118, 122) cm [421⁄2 (441⁄2, 461⁄2, 48)]”
; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 35 (37, 40, 42) cm [133⁄4 (141⁄2, 153⁄4, 161⁄2)]”
Yarn: 8 strands held together of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair, color 1: 7 (7, 8, 8) balls; color 2: 10 (11, 11, 12) balls
Needles: 9 mm / 13US and 12 mm / 17US 60 cm [24]” circular needles and 9 mm / 13US double-pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 8.5 sts and 11 rows = 10 cm [4″] in st st with 12 mm / 17US needles
Notions: waste yarn or stitch holders, stitch markers, tapestry needle
Olive Sweater – My Size
Olive Sweater’s allover lace patterning and relaxed fit create a visually delicate garment; four strands of mohair added to the loose-knit yarn make it soft and cloud-like. Knit in the round from the bottom up.
Sizes: S (M, L, XL)
Finished Measurements (after blocking): chest circumference: 92 (100, 108, 116) cm [361⁄4 (391⁄4, 421⁄2, 453⁄4)]”; length from shoulder to hem: 53 (56, 66, 70) cm [203⁄4 (22, 26, 271⁄2)]”; sleeve length from underarm to cuff: 39 (41, 42, 44) cm [151⁄4 (161⁄4, 161⁄2, 171⁄4)]”
Yarn: 4 strands of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair: 12 (12, 13, 14) balls; + 1 strand of Knitting for Olive Merino: 3 (3, 4, 4) balls
Needle: 6 mm & 8 mm (7 mm & 9 mm, 6 mm & 8 mm, 7 mm & 9 mm) / US10 & US11 (US103⁄4 & US13, US10 & US11, US103⁄4 & US13)] circular needles and double-pointed needles, or sizes to obtain gauge
Gauge (after blocking): 13 sts and 16 rows (12 sts and 15 rows, 13 sts and 16 rows, 12 sts and 15 rows) = 10 cm [4″] in Olive stitch pattern Chart A (A, V, V) with 8 mm (9 mm, 8 mm, 9 mm)/ US10.75 (US13, US10.75, US13) needles