DROPS Muskat
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Embrace of the Sun

Dress with lace pattern round yoke and short sleeves, worked top down. Sizes S - XXXL. The piece is worked in DROPS Muskat.

DROPS 191-5
Sizes: S - M - L - XL - XXL - XXXL
Materials:
DROPS MUSKAT from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group B)
600-650-750-800-900-950 g color 07, light yellow

The piece can also be knitted with yarn from:
"Alternative yarn (Yarn group B)" – see link below.

DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE (60 and 80 cm / 24'' and 32'') SIZE 4 mm/US 6 – or the size needed to get 21 stitches and 28 rows stockinette stitch on 10 cm / 4'' in width and 10 cm / 4'' in height.

DROPS DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES AND CIRCULAR NEEDLE (40 and 80 cm / 16'' and 32'') SIZE 3.5 mm/US 4 for the seed stitch – or the size needed to get 22 stitches and 30 rows stockinette stitch on 10 cm / 4'' in width and 10 cm / 4'' in height.

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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here

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DROPS Muskat
DROPS Muskat
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Pattern instructions

NOTE: This pattern is written in American English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from inches to cm - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in American and British English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in British English, please click here.
INFORMATION FOR THE PATTERN:

SEED STITCH:
Round 1: * Knit 1, purl 1 *, work from *-* to end of round.
Round 2: Purl over knit and knit over purl.
Repeat round 2.

INCREASE TIP-1:
To work out how to increase evenly, count the total number of stitches on the needle (e.g. 121 stitches) and divide by the number of increases to be made (e.g. 15) = 8.1.
In this example, increase by making 1 yarn over after approx. every 8th stitch; on the next round knit the yarn overs twisted to avoid holes.

PATTERN:
See diagrams A.1 to A.3. Choose diagram for your size (applies to A.1 and A.3).

RAGLAN:
Increase to raglan on each side of the 4 marker threads in each transition between body and sleeves as follows: Start 1 stitch before the marker thread, make 1 yarn over, knit 2 (the marker thread sits in the middle of these 2 stitches), make 1 yarn over (= 2 stitches increased). On the next round knit the yarn overs twisted to avoid holes.

DECREASE TIP (for the body):
Start 4 stitches before the marker thread, knit 2 together, knit 4 (the marker thread sits in the middle of these 4 stitches), slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted stitch (= 2 stitches decreased).

INCREASE TIP-2 (for body):
Increase 1 stitch by picking up the stitch from the previous round and knitting the new stitch. When you increase after the first and third marker threads, pick up 1 stitch in the first stitch loop after the marker thread. When increasing before the second and fourth marker threads, pick up a stitch in the last loop before the marker thread.
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DRESS:
The yoke and body are worked in the round with circular needle, top down. The sleeve edges are worked in the round with double pointed needles/short circular needle.

NECK EDGE:
Cast on 121-125-129-135-145-149 stitches with small circular needle size 3.5 mm / US 4 and Muskat. Knit 1 round. Then work SEED STITCH – see description above, for 2 cm / 3/4''. Knit 1 round where you increase 15-19-23-17-15-19 stitches evenly on round – read INCREASE TIP-1 = 136-144-152-152-160-168 stitches. Change to circular needle size 4 mm / US 6 and knit 1 round. Then work the yoke as described below.

YOKE:
Work A.1 in the round (= 17-18-19-19-20-21 repeats of 8 stitches). REMEMBER THE GAUGE!
When A.1 has been completed, there are 204-216-228-228-240-252 stitches on the needle and the piece measures approx. 10-10-10-11-11-11 cm / 3 7/8"-3 7/8"-3 7/8"-4 ¼"-4 ¼"-4 ¼" from the cast on edge.
Now insert 4 markers in the piece for raglan as follows (do this without working the stitches): The first marker is inserted after the first 31-32-34-36-39-43 stitches (= ½ back piece), 2nd marker after the next 40-44-46-42-42-40 stitches (= sleeve), 3rd marker after the next 62-64-68-72-78-86 stitches (= front piece) and the 4th marker is inserted after the next 40-44-46-42-42-40 stitches (= sleeve). There are 31-32-34-36-39-43 stitches after the last marker for half the back piece.
Work stockinette stitch in the round. AT THE SAME TIME on the first round increase to RAGLAN – see description above (= 8 stitches increased). Increase like this every 2nd round a total of 0-3-5-11-11-12 times and then every 4th round a total of 6-6-6-4-5-6 times. After the last increase to raglan there are 252-288-316-348-368-396 stitches on the needle. Knit 1 round where you increase 4-4-0-0-4-0 stitches evenly on round = 256-292-316-348-372-396 stitches.
Continue working until the piece measures 19-21-23-25-27-29 cm / 7 3/8"-8 ¼"-9"-9 ¾"-10 5/8"-11 3/8" from the cast on edge mid front.
The next round is worked as follows: Work 38-42-45-51-56-61 stitches stockinette stitch (= ½ back piece), place the next 52-62-68-72-74-76 stitches on 1 thread for sleeve, cast on 8-8-10-10-12-14 new stitches on the needle (= in side under the sleeve), work 76-84-90-102-112-122 stitches stockinette stitch (= front piece), place the next 52-62-68-72-74-76 stitches on 1 thread for sleeve, cast on 8-8-10-10-12-14 new stitches on the needle (=in side under the sleeve) and work the remaining 38-42-45-51-56-61 stitches in stockinette stitch (= ½ back piece). Cut the strand. Body and sleeves are finished separately. THE PIECE IS NOW MEASURED FROM HERE!

BODY:
= 168-184-200-224-248-272 stitches. Insert 1 marker thread at the beginning of the round and 1 marker thread after 84-92-100-112-124-136 stitches (= in the sides of the dress). Work stockinette stitch in the round. When the piece measures 2 cm / 3/4'' from the separation, decrease 1 stitch on each side of both marker threads – read DECREASE TIP (= 4 stitches decreased). Decrease like this every 2 cm / 3/4'' a total of 4 times in each side = 152-168-184-208-232-256 stitches. Remove all markers and marker threads in the piece, except the marker thread at the beginning of piece.
When the piece measures 15 cm / 6'' from the separation, insert 4 new marker threads in the piece as follows: The first marker thread is inserted after the first 15-18-21-26-31-36 stitches, 2nd marker thread after the next 46-48-50-52-54-56 stitches, 3rd marker thread after the next 30-36-42-52-62-72 stitches and the 4th marker thread is inserted after the next 46-48-50-52-54-56 stitches. There are 15-18-21-26-31-36 stitches left on the round after the last marker thread.
On the next round, increase after the first and third marker threads and before the second and fourth marker threads – read INCREASE TIP-2 (= 4 stitches increased). Increase like this every 4-5-3½-3½-3½-3½ cm/1½"-2"-1 3/4"-1 3/4"-1 3/4"-1 3/4" a total of 7-6-8-8-8-8 times = 180-192-216-240-264-288 stitches.
When the piece measures 44-45-46-45-46-46 cm / 17 ¼"-17 5/8"-18"-17 5/8"-18"-18" work A.2 in the round (= 15-16-18-20-22-24 repeats of 12 stitches).
On each round with arrow in A.2 the beginning of the round is displaced 2 stitches towards the left, i.e. lift the 2 first stitches over to the right needle without working them, then work A.2 in the round. The 2 stitches that where lifted over to the right needle will be worked in the last repeat of A.2. On next round knit all stitches. Then start the round as normal. When A.2 is worked there is 240-256-288-320-352-384 stitches on the needle. Now work A.3 in the round (= 15-16-18-20-22-24 repeats of 16 stitches). When A.3 has been completed, there are 315-336-378-380-418-456 stitches on the needle. Knit 1 round where you increase 14-15-17-19-21-23 stitches evenly on round = 329-351-395-399-439-479 stitches. Change to circular needle size 3.5 mm / US 4. Work seed stitch in the round for 2 cm / 3/4''. Bind off with knit over purl and purl over knit. The dress measures approx. 87-90-93-96-99-101 cm / 34 ¼"-35 3/8"-36 5/8"-37 ¾"-39"-39 ¾" from the shoulder down.

SLEEVE EDGE:
Place the 52-62-68-72-74-76 stitches from the thread on the one side of the piece on double pointed needles size 3.5 mm / US 4 and, in addition, knit up 1 stitch in each of the 8-8-10-10-12-14 stitches cast on under the sleeve = 60-70-78-82-86-90 stitches. Knit 1 round and at the same time decrease 1 stitch on this round = 59-69-77-81-85-89 stitches. Work seed stitch in the round for 3 cm / 1''. Bind off with knit over purl and purl over knit. Work the other sleeve edge in the same way.

Diagram

All measurements in charts are in cm.

symbols = knit
symbols = between 2 stitches make 1 yarn over
symbols = knit 2 together
symbols = slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 1, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted stitch
symbols = slip 1 stitch as if to knit, knit 2 together, pass the slipped stitch over the knitted together stitches
symbols = between 2 stitches make 1 yarn over, on next round knit the yarn over twisted to avoid a hole
symbols = shift the start of the round 2 stitches to the left
symbols = shift the start of the round 2 stitches to the left, then start each round here
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Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.

The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size only serve as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.

The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.

The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.

Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.

See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?

All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.

Click here for an overview of the yarns in each yarn group

At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn converter, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the converter will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).

If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be converted separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.

Click here to see our yarn converter

Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn converter, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.

It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.

The yarn converter will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.

You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart

The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.

Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.

The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.

When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.

When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.

When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.

When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.

When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.

The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.

The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.

The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder (usually closest to the neckline), and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.

See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing

Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.

Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.

The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.

It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.

See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)

To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.

See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately

Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.

See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open

Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.

See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?

Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.

Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!

If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.

Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.

All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.

Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding

Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:

1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.

2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.

3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.

4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.

Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.

You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.

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Comments / Questions (37)

country flag Jo Bolt wrote:

What would be the best alternative yarn to the one recommended as I am allergic to wool but would love to knit this dress.

13.09.2023 - 19:44

DROPS Design answered:

Hi Jo, Drops yarns are in groups and all yarns within one group can be used for the same pattern. Drops Muskat is from group B, so click på "Yarns and Needles" at the top of the page, then "Yarn groups" bottom right-ish. A list of yarns in group B will include all types and qualities so you can choose freely. We always recommend that you work a swatch before beginning your project, to check your knitting tension. Happy crafting!

14.09.2023 - 06:48

country flag Pernilla wrote:

Hej, jag undrar hur jag gör när oket delar sig från fram och bakstycket. Om jag förstår det rätt så ska jag klippa av tråden mitt bak och nu räknas början av varvet från mitt under armen. Hur gör jag med de maskor som är på stickan fram till mitt under armen? Lyfter jag bara över dem utan att sticka dem?

02.05.2023 - 12:28

DROPS Design answered:

Hej Pernilla, ja det stemmer, det er bare at flytte maskerne over på den anden pind :)

03.05.2023 - 07:54

country flag Pierre Luc wrote:

Bonjour, J'ai une question concernant le passage entre l'Empiècement et le Dos/Devant : ou commence le début du tour pour le Dos/Devant. Pour l'empiècement, il était au milieu du dos, et si j'ai bien compris pour le dos/devant, le début du tour se situe à la moitié des mailles ajoutées (coté de la robe). est bien cela? Merci d'avance pour votre retour, Pierre Luc

18.08.2022 - 10:44

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Pierre Luc, tout à fait, l'empiècement et le dos/le devant se tricotent en commençant les tours à partir du milieu dos. Lorsque vous tricotez le bas de la robe, placez un marqueur au milieu des mailles montées sous les manches = côtés de la robe. On va diminuer de chaque côté de ces marqueurs. On place ensuite d'autres marqueurs (4) pour augmenter après/avant ces marqueurs pour le bas de la robe. Bon tricot!

18.08.2022 - 15:04

country flag Barbara wrote:

Hallo, könntet Ihr einmal ein Kleid, gestrickt, mit Farbverlaufsgarn als Anleitung vorstellen, das würde mich sehr freuen. Danke für die schönen Modelle.

25.06.2022 - 15:50

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Barbara, hier finden Sie einige mit Delight - und hier mit Fabel. Hoffentlich können Ihnen diese Modellen inspirieren. Viel Spaß beim stricken!

27.06.2022 - 09:16

country flag Birgit Jessen wrote:

Hi! Die Anleitung und das Kleid sind toll, ich habe allerdings 250g Wolle übrig gehabt, ist nicht schlimm, ich mache etwas anderes daraus. Ich wollte bloß den Hinweis geben. VG BJ

03.06.2022 - 12:22

country flag Robin Brower wrote:

Where do I see a dress size chart so I know what size to make that will fit me? I do not know which size to make that will fit me.

14.04.2022 - 18:20

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Robin, you can check the measurements chart after the pattern instructions and diagram, with all measurements in cm, to see which size will fit you best. Happy knitting!

14.04.2022 - 18:37

country flag Kateřina Schmiedová wrote:

Dobrý den, ráda bych se doptala na raglánové zkosení. Pletu velikost S - znamená to tedy, že přidávám pouze v 1. řadě a potom až v každé 4. řadě 6x ? A poté v další 1. řadě již nepřidávam? Děkuji, přeji hezký den :-)

09.04.2022 - 20:17

DROPS Design answered:

Dobrý den, Kateřino, pro raglánové zkosení přidáte u velikosti S v 1. kruhové řadě, a pak v každé 4. řadě 6x. Potom v následující kruh. řadě přidáte rovnoměrně 4 oka - tj. podle popisu v odstavci TIP – PŘIDÁVÁNÍ 1. Ať se daří!

23.04.2022 - 08:35

country flag Meaghen wrote:

Hi there! I love this dress but it is a bit too short for my liking. Am I able to add a few extra inches to the body of the dress so it ends at my knees? Thank you, Meaghen

14.02.2022 - 22:53

DROPS Design answered:

Hi Meaghan, Yes, this is no problem. Continue working to the desired length before starting the pattern at the bottom of the dress. Happy knitting!

15.02.2022 - 08:20

country flag Wesley Lucas wrote:

Hi DROPS Team! First off, can I just say thank you so much for the amazing free patterns and all of the responses you folks give in these comment sections? You're an awesome company and I'm so grateful to be able to knit them! My question is: Instead of doing my incs with a YO that gets twisted on the next round, can I do a M1L and M1R on either side of the markers? I'm not a huge fan of YO incs unless I *need* the hole and I just think it would look cleaner. Would it pose a problem?

06.02.2022 - 04:13

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Lucas, thank you very much for your feedback! Feel free to use another technique to increase here if you are not ease with the yarn overs increases. Happy knitting!

07.02.2022 - 09:52

country flag Fuad wrote:

I have followed your instructions, you left for Kim ,"Dear Kim, at the very beg of the round, move the first 2 sts onto right needles without working them, rounds now start here,.. " regarding the arrow A2 however I'm still struggling , cause on row 15 it seems that the pattern is not lining up. Does this mean the NEW beginning would be after I move the 2 stitch to the right needle. Is there a video to demonstrate this please, I'm so confuse, but I'm not giving up

17.09.2021 - 15:17

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Fuad, you have to displace the beg of the round only on the row with an arrow, this means, on row after (= row 15), beg the round as before to make sure the pattern will be lined up. Happy knitting!

20.09.2021 - 10:22