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Pattern deep-dive: Windflower Sweater by Zanete Knits

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The Windflower Sweater is a beautiful combination of floral elegance and modern sophistication. It is inspired by the beauty of windflowers swaying in the breeze and features an intricate stranded colorwork motif that transports you to a blooming garden. The sweater showcases a charming and alluring design in which beautiful flowers and paisleys intertwine gracefully against a soft, drapey fabric backdrop. It is not only stylish but also comfortable and easy to wear. The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in the round using fingering weight yarn, and its light and airy texture make it perfect for transitional seasons. The slightly oversized silhouette and voluminous sleeves add a touch of effortless chic, allowing you to move gracefully and comfortably wherever you go. What truly sets this sweater apart is its exquisite detail - the double-knit rim that adorns the neckline, cuffs, and hem. This sophisticated technique adds depth an …...more
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Pattern deep-dive: Windflower Sweater by Zanete Knits
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May 62024
The Windflower Sweater is a beautiful combination of floral elegance and modern sophistication. It is inspired by the beauty of windflowers swaying in the breeze and features an intricate stranded colorwork motif that transports you to a blooming garden. The sweater showcases a charming and alluring design in which beautiful flowers and paisleys intertwine gracefully against a soft, drapey fabric backdrop. It is not only stylish but also comfortable and easy to wear. The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in the round using fingering weight yarn, and its light and airy texture make it perfect for transitional seasons. The slightly oversized silhouette and voluminous sleeves add a touch of effortless chic, allowing you to move gracefully and comfortably wherever you go. What truly sets this sweater apart is its exquisite detail - the double-knit rim that adorns the neckline, cuffs, and hem. This sophisticated technique adds depth and dimension to the garment, elevating its style to new heights and making it a standout piece in your wardrobe. . In this video, I'm talking about the inspiration, gauge, needles, yarns, construction, techniques used, and a few possible customisations. . The pattern officially launches on the 8th of May, and you can download it at https://go.zaneteknits.com/windflower... (as soon as it is published) . Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) Finished chest circumference: 92 (101.5, 109.5, 120.5, 130.5, 141.5, 149.5, 160.5, 172) cm 36¾ (40½, 43¾, 48¼, 52¼, 56½, 59¾, 64¼, 68¾)” Designed to be worn with 15-20 cm / 6-8” positive ease around the chest.  . Yarn: Fingering/Sport weight, depending on the length of the pullover, allow approximately: Main colour (MC): 
  • 1225 (1340, 1445, 1560, 1695, 1810, 1935, 2075, 2220) m 
  • 1340 (1465, 1580, 1705, 1850, 1975, 2115, 2270, 2425) yds
Contrast colour 1 (CC1), used for chart rows 1-34: 
  • 95 (100, 105, 115, 120, 135, 140, 145, 150) m
  • 100 (105, 115, 130, 130, 150, 155, 160, 165) yds
Contrast colour 2 (CC2), used for chart rows 35-71: 
  • 135 (140, 155, 165, 170, 195, 200, 210, 215) m
  • 145 (155, 165, 180, 190, 210, 220, 230, 235) yds
. Yarns used in sample (size 2) is Magpie Fibers Swanky Sock (80% Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon; 365 m [400 yds] / 115 g): 4 skeins of Stagbunny as main colour (MC), 1 skein of  Voices Carry as contrast colour 1 (CC1) and 1 skein of Siren's Song as contrast colour 2 (CC2).  . Gauge: 27 sts & 34 rows = 10 cm / 4” in Stockinette stitch and colourwork in the round, blocked. . Cover photo: Carl Slezacek   . Join our newsletter for all the news and subscriber-exclusive discounts at https://zaneteknits.com, or check out our other patterns on Ravelry: https://go.zaneteknits.com/ravelry-store

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