Opal - Mid-length Cardigan - Rowan Softyak DK
Opal - Mid-length Cardigan - Rowan Softyak DK
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Rowan Softyak DK transcends the seasons, ensuring that this mid-length cardigan will take you though the summer months and beyond. Two strands are held together throughout for extra warmth and a contrasting shade has been used as a highlight at the hem and cuffs. This relaxed knit by Quail Studio has an open front with no fastenings for easy wear.
Skill Level
2 Easy/Beginner
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Introducing Edition One, the first in a series of modern and sophisticated hand knit designs from Quail Studio. Featuring a refined palette of spring green and neutrals with a mix of simplistic and textured stitch techniques, sit back, relax and immerse yourself in the optimism of Spring.
Rowan Yarn Used:
Rowan Summerlite 4ply, Rowan Softyak DK, Rowan Cotton Cashmere, Rowan Kidsilk Haze, Rowan Summerlite DK
Rowan Softyak DK transcends the seasons thanks to its blend of cotton, yak and nylon. It has a stunningly soft handle and is static resistant and anti-microbial, which means the fabric stays fresher for longer. The chainette construction makes it surprisingly light for a cotton rich double-knitting yarn and it's available in 19 colours, ranging from muted tones to rich jewel shades.
Composition: 76% Cotton 15% Yak 9% Nylon
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 135m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6
Our ever-popular Rowan Kidsilk Haze combines the soft halo of super kid mohair with the vibrant shine of silk in one incredible yarn that is loved by knitters the world over. Rowan Kidsilk Haze can be used with a variety of needle sizes to create different effects and styles and is a firm favourite with lace fans. Used alongside other yarns it takes on an almost magical quality and is available in a kaleidoscopic array of stunning colours.
Composition: 70% Mohair 30% Silk
Yarn Weight: Sport - 5ply | Fine (2)
Yarn ball weight: 25g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 210m
Tension/Gauge: 18-25 stitches, 23-34 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US):
3.25 mm / 10 / 3
3.50 mm / - / 4
3.75 mm / 9 / 5
4.00 mm / 8 / 6
4.50 mm / 7 / 7
5.00 mm / 6 / 8
With a generous 23 colours ranging from gentle pastels to jewel brights, this is a classic DK yarn that's perfect for spring and summer projects. The modern matt finish creates an extra-soft feel, while the multi-plied spin gives Rowan Summerlite DK excellent stitch definition for cable, lace and texture stitches.
Composition: 100% Cotton
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 130m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Spring / Summer
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 3.75 mm / 9 / 5
YARN USED IN NEW PATTERN BOOK
BLOOM at Rowan – Baby Cashsoft Merino / Summerlite DK
Rowan Summerlite 4ply is made using 100% of the finest cotton resulting in a beautifully soft, matt yarn, which boasts a wonderful, summery tonal colour palette. This yarn is a perfect choice for spring and summer designs such as a pretty shrug or evening time cardigan. It has a brilliant stitch definition, meaning that all types of textures are showcased perfectly.
Composition: 100% Cotton
Yarn Weight: Fingering - 4ply | Super Fine (1)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 175m
Tension/Gauge: 28 stitches, 36 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Spring / Summer
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 3.00 mm / 11 / -
Combining spectacular stitch definition with a soft feel, Rowan Cotton Cashmere is a modern classic. A rich blend of 85% cotton and 15% cashmere and available in soft tonal shades, it's the perfect yarn for standout spring and summer knits.
Composition: 85% Cotton 15% Cashmere
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 125m
Tension/Gauge: 20 stitches, 28 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6
