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Fall 2006 Materials List

Cinnabar Coat , page 12
Mari Lynn Patrick

  • Finished Sizes 42 (44 1⁄2, 46 1⁄2, 48 1⁄2, 51 1⁄2)" bust circumference, buttoned. Coat shown measures 461⁄2".

  • Yarn Classic Elite Duchess (40% merino, 28% viscose, 15% nylon, 10% cashmere, 7% angora; 75 yd [68 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #5 bulky): #1055 patrician port, 21 (23, 24, 26, 28) balls.

  • Hook Size K/10 1/2 (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle; three 1 1⁄2" diameter buttons.

  • Gauge 12 sts and 12 rows = 4" in patt st.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

cinabar
 

Woodstock Duster , page 20
Erika and Monika Simmons

  • Finished Size 28 1⁄2 (34, 40 1⁄2, 46, 52)" bust circumference and 25 (30, 34, 40 1⁄2, 45 1⁄2)" waist circumference.

  • Yarn Cascade 220 Superwash (100% superwash wool; 220 yd [201 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #809 red (A), 1 (1, 2, 2, 3) skein(s); #804 purple (B), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skein(s); #848 blue (C), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skein(s); #838 pink (D), 1 (1, 1, 2, 3) skein(s).

  • Hook Size I/9 (5.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Removable markers; sew-on frog closure; sewing needle and thread for attaching closure.

  • Gauge 6 [dc, ch-1 sp] and 5 rows = 4".

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

woodstoc,
 

Sapphire Stars Skirt , page 24
Doris Chan

  • Finished Size 30 (33, 36, 39, 42)" waist; 38 1⁄2 (41 1⁄2, 45, 48, 51)" high hip; 36" long. Skirt shown measures 30" waist.

  • Yarn Caron International Simply Soft (100% acrylic; 330 yd [301 m]/6 oz [170 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #9711 dark country blue (A), 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) skeins; #9710 country blue (B), 1 skein; #9709 light country blue (C), 1 skein.

  • Hook Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Removable markers; tapestry needle; 5⁄8" wide elastic in the same length as desired waist measurement plus 2"; matching strong sewing thread, sharp-point sewing needle.

  • Gauge 2 1⁄2 sh and 6 rows = 4"; 8 sc = 3"; finished large motif is 10" across.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

sapphire
 

Smoky Quartz Tunic , page 34
Doris Chan

  • Finished Size 35 (37, 40, 42, 45)" finished bust circumference. Note: A zero to negative ease is recommended for this garment, as fabric will stretch to fit. Pullover shown measures 35".

  • Yarn S. Charles Collezione Ritratto (28% mohair, 53% viscose, 10% nylon, 9% polyester; 198 yd [180 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #DR80 neutral multi, 4 (5, 5, 6, 7) balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles Inc.

  • Hook Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle; removable markers.

  • Gauge 4 sh and 6 rows = 4" in 4-dc shell body patt. Note: Hook and gauge are slightly oversized for this yarn weight; keep work relaxed.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

smoke
 

Pineapple Ice Cardigan , page 40
Elissa Sugishita

  • Finished Size 40 (42 1⁄2, 45 1⁄2, 48)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 40".

  • Yarn GGH Soft Kid (70% super kid mohair, 25% nylon, 5% wool; 151 yd [138 m]/7⁄8 oz [25 g]; CYCA #4 medium]): #057 light blue, 12 (13, 14, 15) balls. Yarn distributed by Muench Yarns.

  • Hooks Sizes E/4 (3.5 mm) and G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle; button or pin (optional as closure).

  • Gauge 18 sts and 11 rows = 4" in cl sh patt using smaller hook.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

pineaple
 

Butercup Baby , page 46
Elissa Sugishita

  • Finished Size 18 (21 1⁄2, 25)" chest circumference, to fit 3 to 9 months (9 to 18 months, 18 to 24 months). Garment shown measures 21 1⁄2".

  • Yarn Steinbach Wolle Golden Baby (100% superwash merino; 180 yd [165 m]/ 1 3/4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #3 light): #004 light yellow; dress 5 (6, 7) balls; pants 2 (2, 3) balls. Yarn distributed by Aurora Yarns.

  • Hooks Sizes D/3 (3.25 mm), E/4 (3.5 mm), and F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Needles Sizes 2 (2.75 mm) and 3 (3.25 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; 6 (7, 8) 3⁄8" buttons for dress; 3⁄8" elastic for pants; 2 stitch holders.

  • Gauge 27 sts and 37 rows = 4" in cable patt on larger needles. 32 sts and 15 rows = 4" in V-shell patt using smallest hook.

  • Skill Level Experienced.

buttercup
 

Josephine Pullover, page 52
Annette Petavy

  • Finished Size 31 (35 1⁄2, 40, 43)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 35 1⁄2".

  • Yarn Rowan 4-ply Soft (100% merino; 191 yd [175 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #1 super fine): #382 beetroot, 7 (8, 9, 10) balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.

  • Needles Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Hook Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Removable markers (m); tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 27 sts and 33 rows = 4" in k3, p2 rib, slightly stretched. 24 sts and 16 rows = 4 3⁄4" wide and 5 1⁄4" long in crocheted lace patt.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

josephine
 

Maiko Jacket , page 56
Lily M. Chin
from the forthcoming book, Couture Crochet Workshop

  • Finished Size 38 (42, 46, 50, 54, 58)" bust circumference. Garment is intended to be oversized. Jacket shown measures 42".

  • Yarn Lily Chin Signature Collection Nolita (48% polyester, 26% wool, 21% acrylic, 5% viscose; 98 yd [89 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #5 bulky): #7312 chartreuse, 11 (12, 14, 15, 17, 18) skeins.

  • Hook Size K/10 1⁄2 (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Gauge 12 sts and 8 rows = 4" in patt.

  • Notions Smooth, contrasting yarn as marker; tapestry needle.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

maiko
 


Ultraviolet Coat, page 60

Jennifer L. Appleby

  • Finished Size 36 (40, 44, 48, 52)" Jacket shown measures 40".

  • Yarn Reynolds Blizzard (65% alpaca, 35% acrylic; 66 yd [61 m] /3 1/2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #6 super bulky): #43 magenta, 21 (22, 24, 27, 28) skeins. Yarn distributed by JCA

  • Hook M/13 (9 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 8 sts and 8 rows = 4" (10 cm) in half-step patt.

  • Skill Level Easy.

ultra
 


Citrine SKirt , page 64
Annie Modesitt

  • Finished Size 25 (28, 32, 36, 40, 44)" waist circumference and 28 (29 1⁄2, 30, 32, 33, 35)" long. Skirt shown measures 32" waist.

  • Yarn Gedifra Fashion Trend Fino Stripe (51% wool, 49% acrylic; 147 yd [134 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #2 fine); #5621 orange, 9 (10, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.

  • Hook Size F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

  • Notions Removable markers; tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 12 dc and 61⁄2 rows = 4".

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

citrine
 


Woven Silver Scarves, page 68

Nancy Marchant

  • Finished Size About 5 (6)" wide and about 72" long. Some length will be taken up when weaving in the novelty yarns, so the double crochet mesh piece should start out to be a bit wider and longer: about 6–7" wide and about 76 (79)" long.

  • Yarn Bulky scarf: (shown on left) Plymouth Yarn Yukon (35% mohair, 35% wool, 30% acrylic; 59 yd [54 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #6 super bulky): #678 green, 2 balls (MC).
    Multicolored scarf: (shown on right) Plymouth Yarn Outback Wool (100% wool; 370 yd [338 m]/7 oz [200 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #901 green, 1 skein (MC).

    Yarns for weaving, Bulky scarf: Plymouth Yarn Outback Mohair (70% mohair, 26% wool, 4% nylon; 220 yd [201 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #801 green, 1 skein; Combolo from the Italian Collection (66% nylon, 30% tactel, 4% polyester; 47 yd [43 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #5 bulky): #1046 grey, 1 ball; Jungle from the Italian Collection (100% nylon; 61 yd [55 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #6 super bulky): #755 pewter, 1 ball.

    Yarns for weaving, Multicolored scarf: Plymouth Yarn Outback Mohair (70% mohair, 26% wool, 4% nylon; 220 yd [201 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #801 green, 1 skein; Plymouth Gold Rush (80% viscose, 20% metallized polyester; 109 yd [99 m]/1 oz [25 g]; CYCA #2 fine): #5 silver, 1 cone; Jungle from the Italian Collection (100% nylon; 61 yd [55 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #6 super bulky): #755 pewter, 1 ball; Combolo from the Italian Collection (66% nylon, 30% tactel, 4% polyester; 47 yd [43 m]/1 3⁄4 [50 g]; CYCA #5 bulky): #1046 grey, 1 ball. All yarns distributed by Plymouth Yarn.

  • Hook Bulky scarf: Size L/11 (8 mm).
    Multicolored scarf: Size I/9 (5.5 mm)

  • Notions Tapestry needle; large safety pin to assist with weaving.

  • Gauge Bulky scarf: 6 dc and 5 rows = 4" with MC; Multicolored scarf: 7 dc and 6 rows = 4" with MC.

  • Skill Level Beginner.

woven
 

Boho Blocks Cardigan , page 72
Valentina Devine

  • Finished Size 28 (40, 56)" bust circumference when buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 40".

  • Yarn Lorna’s Lace Helen’s Lace (50% silk, 50% wool; 1,250 yd [1,143 m]/4 oz [114 g]; CYCA #1 super fine): mother lode (A), 2 (2, 3) skeins; Douglas fir (B) and camouflage (C), 1 skein each.

  • Hook Size E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions 5 (5, 6) 7⁄8" diameter shank buttons; tapestry needle.

  • Gauge Each motif = 3 1⁄2" square with 2 strands of yarn held tog.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

boho
 

Autumn Foliage Bag, page 76
Judith L. Swartz                         

  • Finished Size About 15" long and 10" high, excluding strap.

  • Yarn Colinette Skye (100% wool; 150 yd [138 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #110 autumn leaves (A), 1 skein. Colinette Mohair (78% mohair, 13% wool, 9% nylon; 191 yd [175 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #112 velvet gold (B), #124 celadon, (C) #113 velvet leaf (D), 1 skein each. Yarns distributed by Unique Kolours.

  • Hook Size J/10 (6 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle; safety pins; one 1" wood ball.

  • Gauge 12 sc and 14 rows = 4" in stripe sequence.

  • Skill Level Easy.

autom
 

Wendy's Waistcoat , page 80
Katie Himmelberg

  • Finished Size 28 (36)" bust circumference, buttoned. Vest shown measures 36".

  • Yarn Schulana Cashmerino (70% merino, 30% cashmere; 126 yd [115 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g] CYCA #4 medium): #2 brown (A), 2 (3) balls; #7 blue (B), 2 (3) balls. Yarn distributed by Skacel.

  • Hook Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle; three 1" buttons.

  • Gauge 1 patt rep = 1 1⁄2" wide; 4 rows = 2" in starburst patt.

  • Skill Level Intermediate.

wendy
 

Allspice Hat, page 84
Kathy Merrick

  • Finished Size 21" circumference at brim.

  • Yarn Goddess Yarns Emmanuela (100% merino wool; 90 yd [82 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #1350 toffee (A), 2 skeins; #1374 chocolate (B) and #2230 deep spice (C), 1 skein each.

  • Hook Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 16 sts and 15 rnds = 4" in patt.

  • Skill Level Easy.

allspice
 

Luscious Collar , page 88
Annette Petavy

  • Finished Size 14 3⁄4" neck circumference, unstretched, and 4 3⁄4" high. Depth of crocheted yoke measures about 4 1⁄4".

  • Yarn Debbie Bliss Alpaca Silk (80% baby alpaca, 20% silk; 71 yd [65 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #11 burgundy, 3 balls. Yarn distributed by Knitting Fever Inc.

  • Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Hook Sizes H/8 (5 mm) and J/10 (6 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions One 3⁄4" button; tapestry needle; sharp-point sewing needle; matching sewing thread.

  • Gauge 26 sts and 25 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib, unstretched. 12 1⁄2 sc = 4" using larger hook.

  • Skill Level Easy.

luscious
 

City Stripes , page 90
Leigh Radford

  • Finished Size 51" wide and 65" long, after blocking.

  • Yarn Harrisville Designs New England Highland (100% wool; 200 yd [183 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #4 worsted): #48 dove grey (A), 1 skein; #14 wood smoke (B), #19 blackberry (C), #20 purple haze (D), #37 cocoa (E), and #68 olive (F), 2 skeins each; #7 tundra (G), 3 skeins.

  • Hook Size K/10 1⁄2 (6.5 mm) and size I/9 (5.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 11 sc and 14 rows = 4" using larger hook.

  • Skill Level Beginner.

city
 

Accessorize! Staff Projects , page 91
Interweave Crochet staff

Lariat
Judith L. Swartz, editor

Finished Size About 62" long, including flowers.
Yarn La Lana Wools Forever Random Fines (100% wool; 118 yd [108 m]/2 oz [54 g]; CYCA #2 fine): pastorale fine (A) and potpourri fine (B), 1 skein each.
Hook Size G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 hdc and 12 rows (or rnds) = 4".
Skill Level Beginner.

lariat
   

Bangle Bracelet
Marilyn Murphy, publisher
Finished Size 9" wrist circumference. Size is adjustable by adding or subtracting motifs.
Yarn Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread, Size 10 (100% mercerized cotton; 320 yd [350 m]; CYCA #1 super fine): #421 goldenrod (A), #492 burgundy (B), #131 fudge brown (C), 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by Coats & Clark.
Hook Size 6 (1.75 mm): steel hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Small tapestry needle; spray starch.
Gauge One square = 1 1⁄2".
Skill Level Easy.

bangle
   

Linen Belt
Mary Jane Mucklestone, photostylist
Finished Size 2 1⁄2" wide and 40" long.
Yarn Louet Sales Euroflax Paris (100% linen; 580 yd [530 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #1 super fine): sandalwood, 1 skein.
Hook Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge One square = 2 1⁄2".
Skill Level Easy.

linen
   

Daisy Chain
Katie Himmelberg, assistant editor
Finished Size 50" around.
Yarn Alpaca Yarn Company Suri Elegance (100% alpaca; 875 yd [800 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #1 super fine): #5010 middle earth (A); # 2743 lettuce (B) and #5010 middle earth, 1 skein each.
Hook Size 9 (1.4 mm): steel hook. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Small tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 ch sts = 2".
Skill Level Easy.

caisy
   

Corset Belt
Sandi Wiseheart, managing editor
Finished Size 32" waist at midline; 7 1⁄2" high, including trim. Belt can be adjusted to fit a range of sizes using tie closures.
Yarn Lion Brand Suede (100% polyester, 122 yd [110 m]/3 oz [85 g]; CYCA #5 bulky): #133 spice, 2 balls.
Hook Size K/10 1⁄2 (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Three 2 yd lengths of 1⁄8" wide brown suede lacing, (suede shown: Sof-Suede Lace, #2032 café, by The Jewelry Shoppe, www.craftsetc.com);hree 12-mm round beads with large holes (button shown: #H-12, by Bead Treasures, www.craftsetc.com); six 1⁄2" tube beads with large holes (beads shown: 1⁄2" Tube Horn Beads, #HT-1/2, by Bead Treasures, www.craftsetc.com); tapestry needle.
Gauge 3 V-sts and 10 rows = 5" in V-st patt.
Skill Level Easy.

corset
   

Yellow Leaf Bracelet
Amy Clarke Moore, editor, Spin-Off
Finished Size 3⁄8" wide and 9" long.
Yarn DMC Pearl Cotton, Size 5 (100% mercerized cotton; 27 yd [25 m]/1⁄5 oz [5 g]; CYCA #1 super fine): #90 yellow variegated, 1 skein.
Hook Size 7 (1.65 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Sewing needle; light-colored sewing thread; 36 size 8 glass seed beads; 12 leaf beads; 1⁄2" wide scrap cloth; copper-core wire; wire cutters; smooth needle-nose pliers.
Gauge 3 1⁄2 sts = 1⁄4" in sc in the rnd and 6 1⁄2 rnds = 1" in sc in the rnd.
Skill Level Easy.

yello
 

Ribbon Corsage Pillows, page 92
Leigh Radford

  • Finished Size 16 (18)" square.

  • Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Bulky Hand Dyes (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 45 yd [41 m]/3 1⁄2 oz [100 g]; CYCA #6 super bulky): #1012 light blue, 3 (4) skeins.

  • Hook Size Q (16 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions 2 yd 2 1⁄2" wide wire-edged ribbon; 2 yd 1" wide double-faced satin ribbon; assorted buttons in varied sizes; removable stitch marker; matching embroidery floss; sharp-point sewing needle; straight pins; tapestry needle; 14 (18)" pillow form; fabric to cover pillow forms, if desired (about 1 yd of fabric will cover both pillows); chalk for tracing.

  • Gauge 5 sc and 61⁄4 rows = 4".

  • Skill Level Beginner.

ribon
 

Pistachio Cap
Katie Himmelberg

  • Finished Size About 22" in circumference and 9" high.

  • Yarn Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Brush (80% baby alpaca, 20% acrylic; 110 yd [101 m]/1 3⁄4 oz [50 g]; CYCA #4 medium): #1477 light green (A), 4 balls; #402 dark green (B), 1 ball. Plymouth Yarn Gold Rush (80% viscose, 20% metallised polyester; 109 yd [100 m]/1 oz [25 g]; CYCA #2 fine): #92 antique gold (C), 1 cone.

  • Hook Sizes K/10 1⁄2 (6.5 mm) and G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Notions Tapestry needle.

  • Gauge 12 sts and 9 rows = 4" in hdc with 2 strands of A held tog using larger hook.

  • Skill Level Easy.
pista
 

Child’s Boho Blocks Pullover
Valentina Devine

  • Finished Size 21 (28, 35)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 21".

  • Yarn Lorna’s Lace Helen’s Lace (50% silk, 50% wool; 1,250 yd [1,143 m]/4 oz [114 g]; CYCA #2 fine): mother lode (A), 1 (2, 2) skein(s); Douglas fir (B) and camouflage (C), 1 skein.

  • Hook Size E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

  • Gauge Each motif = 3 1⁄2" square with 2 strands of yarn held tog.

  • Skill Level Easy
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