THE KIT CONTAINS
8 (8, 10, 10, 12, 12) skeins of algodonciño (100% certified organic cotton), if you only want the top.
1 skein of algodonciño mini (100% certified organic cotton) to knit Xuliana.
1 (or 2) FREE printed pattern(s) in high quality, in SPANISH AND ENGLISH.
1(2) Label(s) for your garment(s).
6 buttons.
1 small bag to carry your work and then store your garment when finished.
All of this in our packaging box, which is perfect for storing your sweater in summer.
ABOUT THE VEST TOP
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE FOR KNITTING XULIÁN
To knit this vest, you need to know how to provisionally cast on stitches, knit, bind off stitches, make invisible increases (those normally used for armholes), pick up stitches, and knit flat.
CONSTRUCTION OF XULIÁN
This vest is constructed top-down with no seams. It begins by knitting the neckline with a provisional cast-on, continues with the back, holding stitches when a sufficient length for the armholes is reached. Then, the provisional cast-on is resumed to knit the button band neckline, after which stitches are picked up at the shoulders, these stitches are then worked to knit the fronts, separately, but they can be done simultaneously, depending on the knitter. Once the necessary length to the armholes is reached, the 2 front pieces and the back are joined, and the vest is continued to be knitted to the bottom edge.
SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6).
Garment Bust Circumference: 90 (101, 113, 123, 131, 142) cm [35.5 (39.75, 45.5, 48.5, 51.5, 56)”].
Height from armhole: 30 cm [11.75”].
GAUGE
23 stitches and 34 rows for a 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4"] swatch in stockinette stitch, unblocked.
YARN
Included in this kit.
NEEDLES
3.25 mm [US 3] circular needles with a 40 cm [16"] cable for the armholes and longer for the body, or the size needed to obtain gauge (unblocked). Double-pointed needles to knit the button band at the neck (although circular needles can be used, double-pointed needles are more comfortable).
YOU CAN GET THE NEEDLES HERE
OTHER ACCESSORIES
4 markers for the front motifs of the vest and 4 for the sides, stitch holders or cables to hold stitches. Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
ABOUT THE COLLAR
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
To knit this cowl, you need to know how to cast on stitches, knit, make increases and decreases, and bind off stitches. You also need to know how to knit German short rows.
CONSTRUCTION
This cowl is knitted from side to side starting with a 7-stitch strip, growing towards the lower center, and then decreasing back to 7 stitches. The second strip is knitted, and the 7 stitches are bound off.
SIZES
One size.
Height: 14 cm [5.5”].
Width: 75 cm [39.5”].
GAUGE
28 stitches and 54 rows for a 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4”] swatch in garter stitch, unblocked.
YARN
Included in this kit.
NEEDLES
3 mm [US 2.5] circular needles with a 40 cm [16"] cable or the size needed to obtain gauge (unblocked).
OTHER ACCESSORIES
Wool needle for finishing ends.
Carla is 1.71 m (5'57") tall with a chest measurement of 85 cm (33") and wears a size S
Please note that you are purchasing a knitting kit and that measurements and yarn consumption may vary slightly from what is stated on this sheet, as it will depend on the knitter's tension.
