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Pattern and Stitch Requests- Week of September 28, 2026

This is the weekly megathread for all pattern and stitch requests.

Looking for something to do with that one random skein? Want to ID a stitch in a photo? Add your requests in the comment below.

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u/Wide_Target_4552 5h ago

I love everything that kaaalum on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kaaalum/) knits but she doesn't sell patterns. Is there anyone selling patterns who has similar style? There's more examples on her instagram on what kind of style I'm looking for. Thank you!

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u/bluehexx 3h ago edited 2h ago

It seems that most of her styling is done through graphic design; her garment constructions are fairly simple.

I am somewhat sceptical about finding similar styles on Ravelry (I'll try, though, and post an update if I find anything). What you can do, though, is go to Rav and find some "blank" patterns for sweaters you like the fit of and then play with StitchFiddle, or a similar tool, to add graphic design to those patterns.

EDIT: As I thought, slim pickings. Rav does tend to skew traditional - be it Celtic, be it Nordic. The only things with a similar vibe - if remotely - are these:

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sunset-beach-tunic - the designer doesn't do many sweaters, mostly accessories, but she does have three or so.

Yumiko Alexander is, well, not the same vibe, but modern and edgy - maybe you'll find something.

PurlSoho has some interesting modern patterns: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/category/all-knitting-patterns/filter-sweaters/

Sorry, that's all I've got.

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u/carelessstitcher 16h ago

Hi!

I really love this pattern from Alice starmore, really love the details at the shoulders and chest I would really love to learn more about this knitting style (?) are there any disgners that designed something similar? What is this type of sweater called? Is it something regional?

Thank you already! (It can be cardigans/sweaters/tees.. whatever you wear on the upper body!)this one

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u/bluehexx 2h ago

I don't think anyone did a Tudor collection except Alice Starmore. But if you like other designs by Alice Starmore, Marie Wallin has a somewhat similar style and beautiful colorwork designs.

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u/carelessstitcher 1h ago

Holy! Those patterns are also so pretty!!

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u/RavBot 16h ago

PATTERN: Jane Seymour by Alice Starmore

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: None
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm, US 7 - 4.5 mm
  • Weight: Worsted | Gauge: 21 | Yardage: None
  • Difficulty: 6.00 | Projects: 21 | Rating: 4.75

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u/Okioki08 17h ago

Hello! I found this pattern on Ravelry and I fell in love with it! It would be perfect for this yarn I have. Unfortunately the creator is no longer selling it and I cant find it anywhere. Does anyone know of another pattern that is similar? The yarn I have is variegated and I'm looking for something that would be simple with the different colors! Thank you!

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u/trillion4242 12h ago

I think these are similar:

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/squash-blossom-shawl

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/berkeley-ca-shawl

the stitch pattern might be razor shell.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/razor-shell-shawlette

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/razor-shell-shawl-2

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u/Okioki08 10h ago

This is PERFECT thank you so much!!!!!

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u/RavBot 12h ago

PATTERN: Squash Blossom Shawl by Bristol Ivy

  • Category: Accessories > Neck / Torso > Shawl / Wrap
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 8.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 4 - 3.5 mm
  • Weight: Light Fingering | Gauge: 20.0 | Yardage: 850
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 6 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Razor Shell Shawlette by Premier Yarns Design Team

  • Category: Accessories > Neck / Torso > Shawl / Wrap
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 8 - 5.0 mm
  • Weight: DK | Gauge: 20.0 | Yardage: 460
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 6 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Razor Shell Shawl by Kristin Omdahl

  • Category: Accessories > Neck / Torso > Shawl / Wrap
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 1.99 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm
  • Weight: Fingering | Gauge: None | Yardage: 650
  • Difficulty: 3.20 | Projects: 13 | Rating: 4.60

PATTERN: Berkeley, CA shawl by Emily Peters

  • Category: Accessories > Neck / Torso > Shawl / Wrap
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 5.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 5 - 3.75 mm
  • Weight: Fingering | Gauge: 5.5 | Yardage: 550
  • Difficulty: 2.64 | Projects: 27 | Rating: 4.64

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u/thegirlcardi 1d ago

Got several skeins yarn because it looks like the lesbian pride flag but unsure what to make. Idk if a sweater would be too muddy or not!

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u/scusi_please 1d ago

I would make a swatch first, to see how the colors interact. You could go from there, maybe using a neutral color yarn as a base for stripes or other colorwork.

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u/chatbot42069 1d ago

Looking for a pattern for chunky sweater with a big stripe of heart cabling down the middle… I feel like because this cable pattern is so cute and has been around for ages someone must have put it on a sweater but everything I am finding has kind of ai vibes :/ I might try to figure out my own pattern but would also much prefer to use one done by a more experienced person!!

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u/moir-re 1d ago

anyone know what this neckline would be called for this acne company moving rib shrug? I’ve seen people post patterns that could be similar to this piece but most are in turtle neck and the neck construction is the feature I really want 😭

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u/bluehexx 1d ago

It's not a "neck construction" per se; it is built by knitting the sleeves sideways, separately, with no neck shaping, and then partially sewing the edge together, leaving the hole for the head. The unshaped edges have nowhere to go, but up the neck.

You can test it on a scarf, if you have a wide and soft one.

The whole garment looks like it consists of two rectangles, judiciously sewn together.

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u/rainSan_05 2d ago

Does anyone know where I can get a pattern for a sweater like this?

I know it seems like its only a cable knit but I've checked and there seems to be a square pattern underneath? Unless its just caused by the yarn type. I bought cashmere yarn in pink.

But I actually can't find a pattern that's smiliar to that sweater. (Also, I like veing very accurate to the inspiration hence why Im asking 😊)

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u/ghastlycupcake 19h ago

Ok, here's what I could find. I don't know which aspects are the ones that inspire you, and which don't really matter, so I'm just guessing. Sorry this is so long!

I'd start off with a drop-shoulder, v-neck, cabled pullover. For the type of fit shown in your reference, you'd want a good amount of positive ease, and a fabric that drapes well. Take your time swatching and block your swatches - different cable patterns can vary wildly in how much they pull the fabric inward, and blocking might make a huge difference as well. It's hard to guess gauge from such a small photo, but you may have the best results in achieving this type of fabric with a finer gauge yarn, I'm guessing fingering or sport weight, knit on needles that are at the larger end of the recommended sizes. (You don't want loose and lacey, but relaxed enough that your cables will drape instead of being more solid.) I also really can't see the texture, but it looks like it miiiight have a bit of a fuzzy halo, so perhaps you'll want some amount of mohair or something.

A couple of patterns that could be good starting points:

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lauder (DK, 500+ projects)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sandro-pullover-v-neck (DK, 40+ projects)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sterling-5 (sport, only 2 projects)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/herringbone-classic-sweater (this one's fingering with a lot of drape, but it's only been knit a couple of times)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pansy-32 (also fingering, but also very few projects)

A free option: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/our-guys-sailing-sweaters (sport, 5 projects)

Overlapping v-neck detail: I didn't know how to effectively search for v-necks where the neckband crosses over like in your photo, so I only found a few. There are a lot more options if you are ok with the bottom of the v being flat/the two ends of the neckband being joined parallel, but if you want the V to have a point like in your photo, where the ends of the neckband overlap perpendicularly, it's slim pickings.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/compton-3 (Aran, 4 projects)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fionn (Worsted, 6 projects)

Reddit thread discussing this overlapping v-neck style: https://www.reddit.com/r/knitting/comments/1veztan/help_modifying_a_normal_folded_v_neck_to_this/ (Someone is looking for info, but there's not a ton of actual information here. There's a link to a similar thread, but it's just about how to sew the ends down for this pattern:

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/declare-pullover (Sport, 9 projects, no cables, mostly plain stockinette with some lace details)

Hope some part of this helps!

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u/RavBot 19h ago

PATTERN: Compton by Pat Menchini

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 3.30 GBP
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm, US 8 - 5.0 mm
  • Weight: Aran | Gauge: 18.0 | Yardage: 1456
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 4 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Pansy by coraline kerisit

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 7.25 EUR
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 2½ - 3.0 mm, US 1½ - 2.5 mm
  • Weight: Fingering | Gauge: 30.0 | Yardage: 1072
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 4 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Lauder by Rebecca Clow

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Cardigan
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 7.00 GBP
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 4 - 3.5 mm, US 2 - 2.75 mm
  • Weight: DK | Gauge: 22 | Yardage: 596
  • Difficulty: 5.13 | Projects: 420 | Rating: 4.66

PATTERN: Herringbone Classic Sweater by Hyeonji Jin

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 9.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 7 - 4.5 mm, US 6 - 4.0 mm
  • Weight: Fingering | Gauge: 24.0 | Yardage: 1225
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 4 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Our Guys' Sailing Sweaters by Patons

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 7 - 4.5 mm, US 8 - 5.0 mm
  • Weight: Sport | Gauge: 22.0 | Yardage: 1904
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 5 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Sterling by Åsa Buchta

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: 8.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 3 - 3.25 mm, US 5 - 3.75 mm
  • Weight: Sport | Gauge: 24.0 | Yardage: 1414
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 2 | Rating: 0.00

PATTERN: Sandro Pullover V-neck by Flaminia Laura Chini

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 8.50 EUR
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm, US 4 - 3.5 mm, US 2½ - 3.0 mm
  • Weight: DK | Gauge: 22 | Yardage: 1323
  • Difficulty: 4.80 | Projects: 37 | Rating: 4.67

PATTERN: Fionn by Jennifer Hagan

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2
  • Price: 7.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 7 - 4.5 mm
  • Weight: Worsted | Gauge: 22.0 | Yardage: 1145
  • Difficulty: 5.33 | Projects: 6 | Rating: 4.67

PATTERN: Declare Pullover by Renate Kamm

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 4.99 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 5 - 3.75 mm
  • Weight: Sport | Gauge: 21.0 | Yardage: 880
  • Difficulty: 4.00 | Projects: 9 | Rating: 5.00

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u/kniting_bean Twisted Stitch Spotter 1d ago

Here is a ravelry search with all the correct attributes, though I doubt one has the exact cable pattern this one does.

Something with all-over cables already, like this one would be the easiest to adapt to this specific cable pattern if you want that specifically. It looks to be 2x2 or 3x3 left crossing cables with 2 stitch sections of reverse Stockinette between. The stitch dictionary post you sent looks like a 2x2 right crossing cable with 4 stitch sections of reverse Stockinette between.

The square type effect you’re seeing is likely an artifact of that sweater being machine knit with thinner cotton yarn, which makes everything lay much flatter than hand knit cables with something like wool.

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u/RavBot 1d ago

PATTERN: Sweater No. 20 by My Favourite Things

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 55.00 DKK
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 9 - 5.5 mm, US 7 - 4.5 mm
  • Weight: Aran | Gauge: 21 | Yardage: 1367
  • Difficulty: 4.83 | Projects: 493 | Rating: 4.62

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u/cafeezra 2d ago

Hi! I’m looking for a knitting pattern for an open cardigan with little bell sleeves… similar to this with one button! I wasn’t having much luck with searching Ravelry and I don’t feel ready for self drafting yet. I appreciate any help!

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u/trillion4242 2d ago

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chainmail-coif-helmet-and-cowl

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u/RavBot 2d ago

PATTERN: Chainmail Coif (Helmet and Cowl) by Katie Golus

  • Category: Accessories > Hat > Other
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 13 - 9.0 mm
  • Weight: Aran | Gauge: None | Yardage: 180
  • Difficulty: 2.50 | Projects: 117 | Rating: 4.54

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u/byStraniu 2d ago

I'm a beginner. I've decided to get into knitting and I'd like to make leg warmers like these (from nanastudioz). Is there a pattern similar to these? What gauge should I use for this effect? It looks very delicate. Also what yarn would be best for that delicate effect? Thanks in advance!

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u/trillion4242 2d ago

have you checked Ravelry? https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/search#craft=knitting&pc=legwarmers&colors=1&fit=adult&sort=best&view=captioned_thumbs

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u/byStraniu 2d ago

I managed to found patterns similar to this with your link ! Thank you a lot! <3

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u/Huge-Statement115 2d ago

https://www.tiktok.com/@vyazalkavalya/video/7598584785220504850

Is knitting something like this possible? I'm getting into knitting soon and saw this on Pinterest. Would I have to use intarsia?

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u/Advanced-Wasabi-2105 3d ago

I fell in love with this cardigan, would anyone know the pattern this might follow? Thanks a lot!

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u/trillion4242 2d ago

maybe ask on her instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inese.melnbarde/

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u/Advanced-Wasabi-2105 2d ago

Thanks! I already know she doesnt share the pattern so trying my luck here 🥺

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u/trillion4242 2d ago

this might be a similar lace pattern, at a loose gauge - https://howdidyoumakethis.com/falling-leaves-scarf/

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u/hangry_decisions 3d ago

Hi, I'm currenly making winter suits for our kids and want to knit the cuffs in a pattern that stays flexible. Last years suits I knit k2/p2 cuffs and k2tbl/p2 on the other suit, but they didn't really bounce back after a few times of wearing - any suggestions to keep them bouncy? Wool used is a 80/20 alpaca/wool mix

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u/gorgophones 2d ago

You could always sew elastic in?

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u/ImaginationCommon 3d ago

I apologize for the poor picture quality. A friend of mine is trying to find if this is knit or crochet. He bought this at a thrift store. TIA for assistance.

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u/trillion4242 3d ago

try searching for chevron or zigzag.

maybe a narrow version of this using black and a self-striping yarn. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dreamy-waves-scarf

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u/RavBot 3d ago

PATTERN: Dreamy Waves Scarf by Stacey Winklepleck

  • Category: Accessories > Neck / Torso > Scarf
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 7 - 4.5 mm
  • Weight: Worsted | Gauge: 20 | Yardage: 396
  • Difficulty: 2.32 | Projects: 123 | Rating: 4.83

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u/Gumbo67 3d ago

Aaagh I have a scheepjes organicon box of 50 mini skeins and I want to make a sweater but it’s cotton yarn & I can’t find a single decent thing to make with cotton yarn. Any suggestions? I regret buying this

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u/Northwindow995 3d ago edited 3d ago

Hi! Does anyone know what this stitch is, or how to recreate it? I’ve searched online but haven’t found anything similar yet ☺️

This is the closest I’ve managed so far: YO, slip 1 , K1, cross the slipped stitch over the K1 and place it back on the left needle, knit it, then pass the YO over. It gives a similar crossed/looped effect, but I don’t think I’ve quite cracked the original stitch yet 😅

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u/erinaceus_a 1d ago

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AhJUHmTl4wM This comes up if you use image search on the fabric.

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u/Worried_Sweet6939 3d ago

Anyone know of a pattern similar to this one?  Preferably all over lace with a drawstring/i-cord thank you! https://www.sezane.com/en-en/product/elise-cardigan

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u/bluehexx 3d ago

This one looks similar, just make the sleeves longer: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/regal-silk-lace-sweater

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u/RavBot 3d ago

PATTERN: Regal Silk Lace Sweater by Sharon Sorken

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Cardigan
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2
  • Price: 6.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s): None
  • Weight: DK | Gauge: None | Yardage: None
  • Difficulty: 0.00 | Projects: 0 | Rating: 0.00

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u/EstablishmentEasy379 3d ago

My parents brought me 10 skeins of Sandnes Garn Sunday yarn from Sweden. I want to knit a cable cardigan but I can’t find any that are the right gauge on Ravelry. Does anyone have any patterns to recommend?

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u/Leather-Spell-1970 3d ago

Hi! Any suggestions for high neck cardigan? Thank you 🙂

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u/bluehexx 3d ago

There are quite a few to choose from, even if some are not really high neck. People mistag things all the time in hope of greater visibility.

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u/llama_del_reyy 4d ago

Any suggestions for a geometric stranded colourwork motif for a low contrast pairing (a magenta yarn and a variegated purple-blue-magenta yarn)?

I'm making a Musselburgh hat and one side will be a 2x2 checkerboard pattern, so looking for something similar for the other side. I think something small and geometric will work better than anything graphic or large.

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u/bluehexx 3d ago

Maybe diagonal stripes? They would create a sort of a swirl around the head and go well with the checkered brim.

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u/Opening_Chemist978 4d ago

Hi! I'm not sure if there is a name for this technique, where you do decorative i cords on top of a garmet. Is this wip-stitched on or sewn on, what are the techniques? are there any tutorials? I'm an intermediate knitter trying to make garmets with a little more interesting detail or technique. I've done i cord tube/strings and edges, but not sure what this is called. I've attached a picture of a sweater I liked for reference, of something I would like to emulate.

what is the best technique for getting a knit pattern on top of my garmet, that is 3 dimensional rather than colorwork?

Thanks for your help :)

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u/muted_roar 4d ago

Does anyone know where I can find the pattern Cerulean by Kim Hargreaves? Was it only published in that one issue of a magazine? It's out of print and I haven't been able to find a pdf.

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u/bluehexx 4d ago

Is there a reason you set your heart on this particular pattern? And are you sure the reason is not pretty photowork and styling?

I'm saying that because photo styling can often trick our eyes away from basic facts. What I mean is that construction of that jumper is very generic and even a quick search yields half a dozen good (and easily available) substitutes, some of them free - maybe you'd like to consider one of these?

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/davis-2

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/boxy-jumper

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/paysage

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/isham-road

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/160-5-perly-may (the actual pattern is here: https://www.garnstudio.com/pattern.php?id=6940&cid=19)

All those are essentially the same sweater.

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u/RavBot 4d ago

PATTERN: Boxy Jumper by Georgia Farrell

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm
  • Weight: DK | Gauge: 22.0 | Yardage: 959
  • Difficulty: 3.45 | Projects: 42 | Rating: 3.82

PATTERN: Paysage by Amy Christoffers

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: 8.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 6 - 4.0 mm, US 5 - 3.75 mm
  • Weight: Sport | Gauge: 24.0 | Yardage: 1050
  • Difficulty: 2.67 | Projects: 10 | Rating: 4.33

PATTERN: Isham Road by Amy Herzog

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3 Img 4 Img 5
  • Price: 10.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 4 - 3.5 mm
  • Weight: Sport | Gauge: 24.0 | Yardage: 1062
  • Difficulty: 2.44 | Projects: 96 | Rating: 4.53

PATTERN: Davis by Pam Allen

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: 6.00 USD
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 10 - 6.0 mm
  • Weight: Aran | Gauge: 15.0 | Yardage: 608
  • Difficulty: 2.66 | Projects: 278 | Rating: 4.38

PATTERN: 160-5 Perly May by DROPS design

  • Category: Clothing > Sweater > Pullover
  • Photo(s): Img 1 Img 2 Img 3
  • Price: Free
  • Needle/Hook(s):US 13 - 9.0 mm
  • Weight: Aran | Gauge: 10.5 | Yardage: 744
  • Difficulty: 2.33 | Projects: 21 | Rating: 3.57

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u/trillion4242 4d ago

did you check For Sale or Trade on Ravelry? https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/indigo/fsot

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u/muted_roar 4d ago

Had no idea this was a thing, thank you!