Collins
Collins
With a simple classic shape and flattering rolled-edge scoop neckline, the Collins sweater is destined to become a well-loved staple in your closet.
PDF - Digital Download. Additional pattern information is shown below photographs.
Note: This pattern is included free with a project kit featuring our Studio Blend No. 1 yarn, which creates a luxurious fabric with a beautiful stitch definition and soft drape.
Construction
Pullover is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and sewn together. Neckband is worked circularly from picked-up stitches.
Sizes
39¼ (43, 47¼, 51, 55¼, 59, 63¼, 67, 71¼)" / 99.5 (109, 120, 129.5, 140.5, 150, 160.5, 170, 181) cm finished chest circumference
To fit 30-32 (34-36, 38-40, 42-44, 46-48, 50-52, 54-56, 58-60, 62-64)" chest with approximately 7-9¼" positive ease
Model wearing size 43" / 109 cm with + 9" / 23 cm ease in chest
Yarn
Julie Hoover Studio Blend No. 1
50% baby cashmere, 50% baby yak
149.8 yards / 137 meters per 50 g skein
8 (9, 10, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins
1145 (1250, 1370, 1470, 1625, 1755, 1895, 2045, 2245) yards
1047 (1143, 1253, 1344, 1486, 1605, 1733, 1870, 2053) meters
Sample photographed in color Cadet
Gauge
22 stitches and 31 rows = 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch with Needle A, after blocking
Needle A (Main Fabric)
One each 16" / 40 cm and 24" / 60 cm circular needles
US 5 / 3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge listed
Needle B (for Ribbing)
One 24" / 60 cm circular needle one size smaller than Needle A
US 4 / 3.5 mm
Other Materials
Stitch marker, waste yarn or stitch holder, blunt tapestry needle, blocking wires & T-pins (optional but recommended)
Skill Level
3 of 5