CIRCULAR RAGLAN SWEATER KNITTING PATTERN IN HAYFIELD SPIRIT CHUNKY
Self Striping Yarn
Knit the Circular Raglan Sweater in-the-round from the bottom up. This technique creates ‘square’ stripes at the yoke, wide stripes on the sleeves and...
Knit the Circular Raglan Sweater in-the-round from the bottom up. This technique creates ‘square’ stripes at the yoke, wide stripes on the sleeves and thinner stripes on the body, beautifully showcasing just some of the effects you can achieve with self-striping Hayfield Spirit.
You Will Also Need: 1 6½mm (UK3 – USA10.5) 80-100cm Circular Knitting Needles, 1 5½mm (UK5 – USA9) 80-100cm Circular Knitting Needles and Stitch Holders. NB Circular Needles specified are longer lengths for Magic Loop Method. When using needles for smaller circumferences, shorter length Circulars or Double Pointed Needles are also an option.
Technique: Knitting
Skill Level: Easy
Pattern Number: 10857
Yarn Facts
About This Yarn
The chunky version of our popular Spirit DK yarn, Spirit Chunky brings you the same self- striping, beautiful wool blended yarn. With a palette of eye popping, variegated shades, this chunky weight yarn knits up quick, adding some colour to your wardrobe in no time. Machine washable, the colour effects won't fade with this yarn.
What's it like to work with?
This easy to use Chunky yarn has a stunning self striping effect that creates quick, colourful knits with minimum effort.
What is it best for?
A variegated yarn that is ideal for Autumnal jumpers, sweaters and accessories for all the family.
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Composition
80% Acrylic 20% Wool
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Tension
14 stitches x 19 rows to 10cm / 4 inches
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Ball Weight
100g In accordance with BS984
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Yarn Weight
Chunky
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Yarn Length
155 metres (169 yards) approx
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Knitting Needle Size
6.5 mm (USA 10.5)
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Crochet Hook Size
6.5 mm (USA K/10.5)
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Washing Instructions
40 Machine Wash / Wool Cycle
