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Easy start (adult)

Easy start (adult)

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Aimed at beginners taking their first steps in learning to knit, this pattern is available for free . So first, here is some detailed information on various techniques we use in our patterns. There are often links to videos that demonstrate these techniques. The instructions for the sweater and hat follow at the end of these explanations.

This pattern is available in German. Put it in your shopping cart and complete the transaction there. Then it is immediately available for download. Here we have created a guide to buying our samples.

We hope that they will help you and encourage you to knit your first sweater, and of course we are happy to answer any questions you may have!

pullover

This sweater is knitted as a raglan from the top (RVO) in one piece and without seams.

material
Katia Merino Aran (155m/100g), Katia Merino Tweed, Lana Grossa Bingo, Lang Merino+, Schachenmayr Merino 85, Lana Gatto Maxi Soft, Lana Gatto Nuovo Irelanda
Or other yarns with the same gauge.

yarn consumption
XXS: 500g (775m)
XS: 500g (775m)
S: 600g (930m)
M: 700g (1085m)
L: 800g (1240m)
XL: 900g (1395m)
XXL: 1000g (1550m)
Please note that the amounts of yarn given are only a guide, as we all knit differently in terms of tightness and looseness.

You need that
Circular needles size 6 (40, 80 and 100/120 cm)
Double pointed needles No. 6
Darning needle to sew up the threads
stitch marker

gauge
The stitch gauge in this sweater is 16 stitches over 10 cm. For me, this corresponds to a needle size of 6 mm.

Dimensions

Body length from the sleeves
XXS: 28cm
XS: 30cm
Small: 32cm
M: 34cm
L: 36cm
XL: 38cm
XXL: 40cm
Sleeve length from sleeve base
XXL: 36cm
XS: 38cm
S: 40cm
M: 42cm
L: 44cm
XL: 46cm
XXL: 48cm
chest circumference
XXS: 100cm
XS: 108cm
S: 115cm
M: 120cm
L: 128cm
XL: 132cm
XXL: 138cm
sleeve circumference
XXS: 34cm
XS: 36cm
S: 37cm
M: 39cm
L: 41cm
XL: 42cm
XXL: 45cm


Cap

The hat is worked in rib from the bottom up and in the round. Since it is knitted completely in the rib pattern, it is simply knitted relatively long and folded over at the end.

material
Katia Merino 100%, Long Merino 120, Drops Merino extra fine
Or similar yarns with the same gauge

yarn consumption
100g in both sizes
Please note that the amounts of yarn given are only a guide, as we all knit differently in terms of tightness and looseness.

gauge
The gauge of this hat is 29 rib stitches (K1, P1) over 10 cm. For me, this corresponds to a needle size of 4 mm. Knitted in stockinette stitch, that would be approx. 23 sts per 10 cm.

Scope
S/M: 42 cm - fits a head circumference of 48-58 cm
M/L: 46cm - Fits 56-66cm head circumference
Since the hat is knitted entirely in rib, it is a lot tighter at first and has a circumference of approx. 30-34 cm when freshly knitted. But it is very stretchy, adapts well to the shape of the head and becomes a little wider over time.

You need that
Size 4 circular needle (40 cm)
Double pointed needles number 4
Darning needle to sew up the threads
stitch marker

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Click here for instructions on how to receive your purchased patterns.

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    After successful payment you will be redirected to a page where you can download the pattern directly. You will also receive an automatically sent e-mail containing a link to the download page. Sometimes this email ends up in the spam folder - so we recommend checking there first if you can't find your email with the link.

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You should now have the pattern. If you still have problems with it, get in touch with us! info@stroff-knitting.de

How do I download a pattern to an iPhone/iPad?

We've noticed that some Apple users are having trouble downloading their guides to their iPhone or iPad. Here are some tips that should help you out.

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Here is an example of that email. You must click on the link provided to download the purchased pattern.

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Please note that you will not receive emails from us if your email address contains a typo. If so, contact us via email or Facebook so we can fix the spelling mistake and resend the emails.

After clicking the link in the email, this page will open in a web browser. First click on "Download Now" and then in the second step on the small blue arrow next to the address bar in your browser (see arrow).

Download

Then a list of the most recently downloaded documents should open as shown in the picture:

Recently downloaded files

You have now opened the document for the first time.

Of course, you don't want to open the manual just once, you want to be able to access it again and again. You don't have to use the link in the email to do this as the instructions are saved on your device once downloaded.

Locate the folder called "Files" on your device. There you will find all the documents you have downloaded, including our knitting patterns.

Files iPhone

We hope this short guide will help you find the files.

This guide was created on September 15, 2020. This process is subject to change on Apple devices as Apple makes changes.