Juul Cardigan Pattern Released

Juul Cardigan was designed for Interweave Knits Winter 2017 and their Winter Bride theme. The pattern rights have reverted to me and the English pattern has been released on Ravelry and on Love Knitting with new photos brilliantly taken by Eivind Røhne. The gorgeous model is Alexandria Eissinger, with hair & makeup by Jens J. Wiker and jewellery by Kaja Gjedebo Design. I also wanted to style it with a wedding skirt and borrowed one from Judith Bech. For a more casual style see the cardigan worn with grey pencil trousers by me here: Juul Cardigan Again. Below is the pattern introduction.

A reverisble beautiful lace pattern, is the focus point of this straight cardigan with a generous loop collar and tuck stitch cuffs. A fake garter sttich seam add a bit of structure to this cardigan. The loop collar can be worn loose, folded once behind the neck or twice in front or three times around the neck in a ballerina style hence perfect for a Winter Bride.

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL)

Finished Measurements:
Bust: 90 (98, 104, 114, 124.5, 134.5) cm/35.5 (38.5, 41, 45, 49, 53)“
Length: 54 (54.5, 56, 56.5, 57.5, 59) cm/21.25 (21.5, 22, 22.25, 22.75, 23.25)”
Sleeve length: 46 (46, 47, 47, 47.5, 47.5) cm/18 (18, 18.5, 18.5, 18.75, 18.75)“
Cowl: 17 cm/6.75 wide and 296 cm/116.5” long

Yarn: Jaggerspun, Zephyr Lace 2/18 (50% merino, 50% tussah silk, 100 g, 1024 m/1120 yds). Sample is knitted in Vanilla.
http://www.jaggeryarn.com/wholesale-yarn-lines/zephyr-woo…
4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5) skeins; 3258 (3549, 3840, 4204, 4640, 5078) m/3562 (3881, 4199, 4597, 5074, 5553) yds.
Note: Yarn is held double throughout.

Alternative yarns:
Fyberspates, Gleem Lace (55% British Bluefaced Leicester Wool, 45% silk, 100 g, 800 m/874 yds)
http://www.fyberspates.co.uk/mall/departmentpage.cfm/Fybe…
Madeline Tosh, Praire (100% superwash merino wool, 100 g, 768 m/840 yds)
http://madelinetosh.com/store/index.php/yarns/prairie.html
Shibui, Cima (70% alpaca, 30% merino, 50 g, 300 m/328 yds)
http://www.shibuiknits.com/Yarn/Colorways.php?Yarn=Cima
All held double throughout, or another 4 ply/fingering yarn held alone.

Needles:
3.25 mm/US 3 circular needles (30 cm/12”, 40 cm/16” and 80 cm/32”).
Adjust needle size as needed to match gauge.

Notions: Stitch markers, stitch holders and yarn needle.

Gauge:
25 sts and 32 rows in st st using 2 strands of yarn held together and 3.25 mm/US 3 needles measures 10 cm/4” square.
25 sts and 40 rows in garter st using 2 strands of yarn held together and 3.25 mm/US 3 measures 10 cm/4” square.
24 sts and 32 rows in Lace using 2 strands of yarn held together and 3.25 mm/US 2.5 measures 10 cm/4” square.

Notes: The body is worked back and forth in one piece from the lower edge to the underarm, then the upper fronts and back are worked separately.
The sleeve cuffs are worked in the round, then the remainder of the sleeve is worked flat and seamed to the underarm to provide stability for the heavy cuff.
A circular needle is used to accomodate the large number of stitches.
The hem and tucks on sleeves are made by holding a 30 cm/12” and a 40 cm/16” circular needle together.

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Photoshoot at Ingierstrand Bad: Juul Cardigan

Finally, the last set of photos taken at our photoshoot in late May at Ingierstrand Bad of my Juul Cardigan made for Interweave Knits Winter 2017. The gorgeous model is Alexandria Eissinger, with hair & makeup by Jens J. Wiker and jewellery by Kaja Gjedebo, is wearing it over Judith Bech’s wonderful skirt. Alex is captured brilliantly by photographer Eivind Røhne.

This is my introduction to Djuser Cardigan, the working title for the design: A reversible lace pattern reminiscent of the step pyramid of Djuser in Egypt, is the focus point of this straight cardigan with a generous cowl collar and cuffs made of tucks. A fake garter stitch seam add a bit of structure to this cardigan. The cowl collar can be worn loose behind the neck, folded once around the neck or twice in front or three times around the neck in a ballerina style hence perfect for a Winter Bride.

The cardigan is knitted in the lovely Jaggerspun Zephyr Lace 2/18 (50% tussah silk and 50% merino) held double for its crisp stitch definition, lusciousness and softness. It is knitted using 3.25 mm/US 3 needle with a gauge of 24 sts and 32 rows measures 10 cm/4” in Lace pattern with 2 strands of yarn held together.

The Juul Cardigan is worked from the bottom and up. The body is worked in one part to the armhole and then separated into 3 parts. I worked the sleeves in the round but the technical editor at Interweave suggests only working the tucks in the round and add a seam for stability to the sleeves. The extra long cowl is knitted separately in two parts and then joined together and sewn in place around the opening.

The sample is knitted in the third size, with a bust measurement of 104 cm/41″, worn with 20 cm/7.75″ of ease. So it came out looser than intended, the same with the sleeve length, that had to be pinned up during photography. The sleeve length has been adjusted in the pattern. The cardigan is available in six sizes. Here is the Interweave introduction to the cardigan:  “This unusual cardigan will draw every eye with its striking features. The tucked stitch cuffs and long attached loop collar add sophistication to the already beautiful lacework that adorns the back and sleeves.”

The Juul Cardigan will soon be available in my Ravelry store. At the moment it is available as an individual download  pattern or as part of the Interweave Knits Winter 2017 magazine available both digitally or in print. In Norway you will find the printed magazine in the larger Narvesen, or order it from your local one.

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Juul Cardigan Again

xt1a9571I know you have seen the Juul Cardigan already since it was published in Interweave Knits Winter 2017 magazine, but I wanted to show you the photos my husband took of me wearing it in April, just before I sent it off. It was a glorious but cold day in April, when these photos were taken by the Bunnefjord at Ormøya, just below where we live at Bekkelaget in Oslo. The cardigan was made for the Winter Bride theme but can easily be worn with more casual clothing than a stunning wedding gown. I decided upon a pair of straight grey trouser. Above I am wearing the cowl twice around my neck, so it is pulling in the whole cardigan making it appear more like a ballerina wrap.

xt1a9590Here with the cowl once around the neck. Juul Cardigan: A reversible lace pattern is the focus point of this straight cardigan with a generous cowl collar and cuffs made of tucks. A fake garter stitch seam add a bit of structure to this cardigan. The cowl collar can be worn loose, folded once behind the neck or twice in front or three times around the neck in a ballerina style hence perfect for a Winter Bride.

xt1a9609-cropHere I am wearing the cowl once around my neck, just as I put it on. My choice of yarn was an old favourite yarn the Jaggerspun Zephyr Lace 2/18 (50% tussah silk and 50% merino) held double, for its crisp stitch definition, lusciousness and softness. It was a yarn I discovered at the yarn heaven called The Handweavers Studio in London. It is knitted using a 3.25 mm/US 3 needle with a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows in Lace pattern with 2 strands held together. I love making the hem and the tucks on the sleeves and I make them with two circular needles held parallell. I have made a video of this technique, see my blogpost with video link (it begins 7.45 in): Knitting Techniques Videos.

xt1a9602The sample is knitted in the third size, with a bust measurement of 104 cm/41″, worn with 12 cm/4.75″ of ease on me. So it came out looser than intended, the same with the sleeve length, that had to be pinned up during photography. The sleeve length has been adjusted in the pattern. The cardigan pattern is available in six sizes. Here is the Interweave introduction to the cardigan:  “This unusual cardigan will draw every eye with its striking features. The tucked stitch cuffs and long attached loop collar add sophistication to the already beautiful lacework that adorns the back and sleeves.” Thank you so much, Interweave Knits team!

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My Juul Cardigan in Interweave Knits Winter 2017

Interweave / Harper Point Photography

@ Interweave / Harper Point Photography

The submission call for Interweave Knits Winter 2017  with its Winter Bride theme, hit me hard. Or hit home, you might say. Since I had just finished photographing my own Bridal inspired series, I called Norse Goddess Collection, and there were more ideas filling my head. I wanted a lacy jacket with a long cowl collar and tucks at the bottom of the sleeves. I choose  an old favourite yarn the Jaggerspun Zephyr Lace 2/18 (50% tussah silk and 50% merino) held double for its crisp stitch definition, lusciousness and softness. I was delighted that my design was accepted by editor Meghan Babin. The winter bride story is stunningly styled  by Tina Gill, with beautiful hair & makeup by Kira Friedman and photographed by Harper Point Photography at – the commonly called – Chapel on the Rock in Colorado. Just look at the wedding bouquet! There are several lace shawls and a long lace bridal jacket to blow your mind in the issue with 18 designs especially made for the issue.

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@ Interweave / Harper Point Photography

This is my introduction to Djuser Cardigan, the working title for the design: A reversible lace pattern reminiscent of the step pyramid of Djuser in Egypt, is the focus point of this straight cardigan with a generous cowl collar and cuffs made of tucks. A fake garter stitch seam add a bit of structure to this cardigan. The cowl collar can be worn loose behind the neck, folded once around the neck or twice in front or three times around the neck in a ballerina style hence perfect for a Winter Bride. Here is Meghan’s introduction to the theme: “…Our “Winter Bride” story is ethereal, bright, timeless, and elegant. This story captures the sophisticated tone of the issue while being decidedly feminine. This all white story features cardigans, shawls, a magnificent veil, and show stopping lace bridal jacket.”

Interweave / Harper Point Photography

@ Interweave / Harper Point Photography

The Juul Cardigan is worked from the bottom and up. The body is worked in one part to the armhole and then separated into 3 parts. I worked the sleeves in the round but the technical editor at Interweave suggests only working the tucks in the round and add a seam for stability to the sleeves. The extra long cowl is knitted separately in two parts and then joined together and sewn in place around the opening.

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@ Interweave / Harper Point Photography

The sample is knitted in the third size, with a bust measurement of 104 cm/41″, worn with 18 cm/7″ of ease. So it came out looser than intended, the same with the sleeve length, that had to be pinned up during photography. The sleeve length has been adjusted in the pattern. The cardigan is available in six sizes. Here is the Interweave introduction to the cardigan:  “This unusual cardigan will draw every eye with its striking features. The tucked stitch cuffs and long attached loop collar add sophistication to the already beautiful lacework that adorns the back and sleeves.” Thank you so much, Interweave Knits team!

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@ Interweave / Harper Point Photography

Here is a detail of the back and how I choose to end the lace pattern on the sleeve cap. It is knitted using a 3.25 mm/US 3 needle with a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows in Lace pattern with 2 strands held together. The other story in the magazine is called “Whiskey and Wool” and you will find … “five rugged, sophisticated menswear sweaters, along with seven women’s wear design equal to their male counterparts”. The Donegal Sweater is my favourite among the menswear sweaters while the Bray Cardigan is the womenswear one, just in case you were wondering.

The Juul Cardigan is available as an individual download  pattern or as part of the Interweave Knits Winter 2017 magazine available both digitally or in print. In Norway you will find the printed magazine in the larger Narvesen, or order it from your local one.

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