Halcyon by Lisa Lloyd

Halcyon

Knitting
April 2008
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in reverse stockinette stitch using larger needles
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
1450 - 1950 yards (1326 - 1783 m)
Chest 40 (42, 45, 47, 50)" (101.5 [106.5, 114.5, 119.5, 127]cm)
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Pattern Description from Lisa Lloyd Designs: “This comfortably sized pullover is a study in symmetry. A beautifully entwined center cable makes a dramatic statement. Simple rope cables stretch into the lower ribbings creating a lengthening effect. The bold cables show well in the mohair blend Lamb’s Pride shown here and will really pop in a crisp aran wool. Depending on how many center repeats are knit, two body lengths are available (the longer version is shown). The sweater is knit in the traditional way in pieces and sewn together.”

Pattern Description from A Fine Fleece: “I deliberately did not crowd the canvas with too many cables. Instead, I chose cables that entwine in unusual ways and played with the contrast of circular and rectilinear motifs because I think that certain contrasting images form a perfect balance together.”

Skill Level: Experienced

Finished Measurements:

  • Chest 40 (42, 45, 47, 50)“ (101.5 106.5, 114.5, 119.5, 127cm)
  • Length 26.5” (67.5cm)

Yarn:#4 medium

  • 1450 (1550, 1650, 1850, 1950) yds (1326 1417, 1509, 1692, 1783m) worsted weight
  • 7 (8, 8, 9, 9) skeins Black Water Abbey Yarns Worsted Weight, 4 oz (114 g) skeins, each approximately 220 yds (201m), 100% wool, Bluestack

Needles and Notions:

  • US size 5 (3.75mm) knitting needles
  • US size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
  • US size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle, 16” (40cm) long
  • Cable needle
  • Stitch holders
  • Tapestry needle

Note: This pattern is no longer available for individual sale. It will be included in the forthcoming book ‘A Fine Fleece’ to be published by Potter Craft in Spring 2008.