George Sand Pattern
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Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated for hand knitting by Linda Fisher
Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin, best known by her pen name George Sand, was a French novelist, memoirist, and journalist. This easy knit is designed to showcase the fabulous Solar dyed yarn colors. It is a straight knit from hips to back of neck. Have fun playing with colors and either end with just a V-neck or add in the shawl collar.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL)
Finished Measurements:
Chest: 36 (40, 43, 47, 50)”
Length: 26.5 (27.5, 29, 30, 31)”
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) 4 (5, 5, 5, 6) skeins of MC and a small amount of CC.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge. Crochet hook for finishing.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle, and optional row counter. Decorative Button.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
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Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated by Linda Fisher
Frances Perkins was an American workers-rights advocate who served as the US Secretary of Labor. This Cardigan is feminine, fitted at the waist, and flared at the wrist and collar. Great for the office or slightly more formal affairs, the double knit picot gives a firm finish with pretty shank buttons.
Sizes: S (M, L)
Finished Measurement:
Finished Bust: Approx. 37 (42, 45)”
Finished Waist: Approx. 33 (37, 40)”
Finished Length Aprox. 21 (23, 24)”
Skill Level : Intermediate.
Yarn: Seacolors (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) 3 (4, 4) skeins MC, 1 (2, 2) skeins CC.
Needles: US 8 (5mm) and US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: removable markers or scrap yarn. 6 Buttons.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st after wet blocking.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Emma Snodgrass Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated for hand knitting by Linda Fisher
Emma Snodgrass created a sensation in 1852 by showing up in Boston wearing pants. This V-neck contemporary top highlights the beautiful solar dyed yarn colors from Maine. Options for making longer or shorter. Pop in some color for stripes or accent finish.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L)
Finished Measurements:
Chest: 36 (40, 43, 46)”
Length: Short: 23 (23, 24, 24)”
Length: Long: 28 (28, 29, 30)”
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) : Short:4 (4, 4, 5)skeins of MC. Long:5 (5, 6, 6)skeins of MC.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge. Crochet hook for finishing.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle, and optional row counter. Two buttons.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Vertical Toque Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, written by Linda Fisher
This Hat is a fun fast knit. It is knit vertically back and forth with short row shaping at the crown.
Size: One Adult size ~ 22” Circumference
Skill Level : Advanced Beginner: provisional cast on, short rows with wrap and turn, 3 needle BO or Grafting.
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) : Approx 1/2 skien.
Needles: US 8 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle, and optional row counter.
Gauge: 14sts and 2 rows = 4″ in st st. Stitch gauge will give you the height of the hat. Row gauge is more important in giving you brim size. If your row gauge differs, you may wish to modify the number of rows in your hat. It is important to check your gauge.
Amelia Earhart Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinstad, Updated by Linda Fisher
Fun and flattering too, this drapes off the lower back and closes with a single button and big, open V. Sideways knit, the colors flow side to side and make your own wave. This garment is knit in 3 pieces from cuff to cuff and seamed for stability, with an optional coat length version.
Sizes: S (M, L)
Finished Measurement:
Bust: Approx. 35 (40, 44)”
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner:
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) 3(3,3) MC, 1(1,1) CCA 1(2,2) CCB. Need 1 additional ball of MC for COAT.
Optional 4oz of handspun or other fingering weight yarn for crochet finish.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: Stitch markers, Removable markers, row counter, waste yarn, darning needle, optional crochet hook for finishing.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Fly Rod Crosby Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad and Updated by Linda Fisher
Buttoned up the center for a classic look or on the shoulder for the “bad girl” look. Cornelia Thurza Crosby was the first Registered Main Guide and wrote a popular newspaper column with Fly Rod as her pseudonym.
Sizes: S (M, L, XL)
Finished Measurements:
Designed to be worn with ~ 6″ of positive ease
Finished Bust: ~38 (40, 44, 48)”
To fit Bust: 32 (34, 38, 42)”
Finished Standard Length 20 (21.5, 22.5, 23.5)”
Longer Length 23 (24.5, 26, 27.5)”
Skill Level : Advanced Beginner: familiarity with cables and 3 needle BO.
Yarn: Seacolors (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) 3 skeins MC, 1 skein CC.
Needles: US 9 (5.5mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Needles one size smaller for cuffs and hem. You will need a circular needle for the collar.
Other Materials: Row counter, darning needle, and optional crochet hook size F for finishing. Three Buttons.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st after wet blocking.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Toni Stone Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated for hand knitting by Linda Fisher
This easy knit is designed to showcase the fabulous Solar dyed yarn colors and is great to start (and finish!) while on vacation here in Maine. Options to make long as a tunic or short and boxy with a scoop neck. Enjoy the optional waterfall cables. Pop in some color for stripes or accent finish.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L)
Finished Measurement:
Designed with 4″ of positive ease.
Bust: with ease approx 34 (38, 42, 46)”
Length after crocheted edges:
Long version: approx 28 (28, 29,30)”.
Short version: approx 23 (23, 24, 24)”
Skill Level : Easy Beginner
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) : Approx 5 (5,6,6) skeins for Long version, 4 (4, 4, 5) skeins for Short version.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle, and optional row counter.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Sojourner Truth Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated for hand knitting by Linda Fisher
Gently shaped to flatter and you decide the fit. The shawl collar can be worn with a scarf for warmth, or rolled down to frame your face. An accent button integrates the whole piece. The piping trims roll for a simple finish. Make it as long as you like, even make it a dress!
Sizes: Small, (Medium, Large, XL)
Finished Measurement:
Designed to be worn with ~ 4″ of positive ease
Bust: approximately. 36 (40, 44, 46)”
To Fit: 32 (36, 40, 42)
Length: Short approximately 24.5 (25, 27, 28)”
Long approximately 27.5 (28, 31, 33)”
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner: Familiarity with 3 needle BO method and short rows.
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards): Approx 4 (4, 5, 5) skeins MC and 1 skein CC.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle and a decorative button.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.
Billie Holiday Shell Pattern
Designed with Seacolors by Pat Roinestad, Updated by Linda Fisher
Part of the Menopause Collection, who needs an extra layer on their arms? Color blocked with vertical appeal, side shaping with front and side vents makes for less bulk and full coverage where you want it. A warm core, and plenty of freedom, the edges and open lapel are either tacked with handspun or left casually to flap in the breeze.
Sizes: Small, (Medium, Large)
Finished Measurement:
Designed to be worn with ~ 4″ of positive ease.
Bust: approximately. 38 (41, 44)”
Length: approximately 24 (25, 26)”.
Skill Level : Intermediate (short rows):
Yarn: Seacolors by GetWool.com (100% wool; 4oz = approx 270 yards) : Approx 3 ( 3, 4) skeins in color combination of your choice.
Needles: US 10 (6mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Other Materials: Waste yarn, darning needle, and optional row counter.
Gauge: 14sts and 22 rows = 4″ in st st.
Take time to save time and check your gauge.