{"product_id":"saga-sweater","title":"Saga Sweater","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Oslo Sweater is a relaxed, lightweight sweater with dropped shoulders and a generous, easy fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s worked from the top down, beginning with the back yoke. Stitches are then picked up for each shoulder and worked separately before being joined to form the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front and back are joined beneath the armholes, and the body is worked in the round with gentle shaping. The sleeves and neckline are added afterwards from picked-up stitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished sweater has a soft, uncomplicated shape that works particularly well with the light, airy fabric created by holding two fine yarns together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarn notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern is designed to be knitted using two laceweight yarns held together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a fine laceweight yarn with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e180–200 metres per 25 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA soft, lightweight construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough body to support the finished sweater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wool, alpaca or blended fibre suitable for garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold the main yarn together with one strand of laceweight silk mohair or another fine halo yarn with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e210–225 metres per 25 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the two strands create a soft, light and slightly fluffy fabric with plenty of warmth but very little weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important thing is achieving the pattern gauge of 21 stitches over 10 cm on 4.5 mm needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oslo Sweater is designed with approximately 20–25 cm of positive ease for a relaxed, oversized fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eXS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested body measurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sizes are designed to fit the following bust or widest upper-body measurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS: 80–85 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS: 85–90 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM: 90–95 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL: 95–100 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXL: 100–110 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2XL: 110–120 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3XL: 120–130 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure around your bust, stomach or the widest part of your upper body and choose the size that gives you approximately 20–25 cm of positive ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinished measurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBust circumference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS: 105 cm\u003cbr\u003eS: 110 cm\u003cbr\u003eM: 114 cm\u003cbr\u003eL: 120 cm\u003cbr\u003eXL: 130 cm\u003cbr\u003e2XL: 140 cm\u003cbr\u003e3XL: 150 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinished length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured excluding the neck edge:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS: 54 cm\u003cbr\u003eS: 55 cm\u003cbr\u003eM: 58 cm\u003cbr\u003eL: 60 cm\u003cbr\u003eXL: 62 cm\u003cbr\u003e2XL: 64 cm\u003cbr\u003e3XL: 66 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarn requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need the full amount listed for both strands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFine laceweight main yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a yarn with approximately 190 metres per 25 g:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS: approximately 950 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS: approximately 1,140 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM: approximately 1,330 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL: approximately 1,330 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXL: approximately 1,520 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2XL: approximately 1,710 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3XL: approximately 1,900 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLaceweight mohair or halo yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a yarn with approximately 210–225 metres per 25 g:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS: approximately 1,050–1,125 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS: approximately 1,050–1,125 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM: approximately 1,050–1,350 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL: approximately 1,260–1,350 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXL: approximately 1,470–1,575 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2XL: approximately 1,680–1,800 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3XL: approximately 1,680–1,800 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways check the metreage on the yarn you are buying rather than relying only on the number or weight of the balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider purchasing extra yarn if you plan to lengthen the body or sleeves, are between sizes or would like plenty for swatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGauge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e21 stitches × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4.5 mm needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry your swatch before measuring it. Fine and fluffy yarn combinations can relax considerably after washing, which may change both the stitch gauge and the drape of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeedles and notions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5 mm circular needles in approximately 60, 80 and\/or 100 cm lengths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 mm circular needle in approximately 80 or 100 cm length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 mm circular needle in approximately 40 cm length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 mm and 4.5 mm double-pointed needles, or long circular needles for Magic Loop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaste yarn or spare cables for holding stitches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern includes top-down shoulder construction, picking up stitches, working the shoulders separately, joining the yokes, body shaping and adding sleeves and the neckline afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA quick tip before you start\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oslo Sweater gets much of its character from the light, airy fabric created by the two fine strands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry not to replace this combination with a heavy or dense yarn purely because it gives you the same stitch gauge. A heavier yarn may make the dropped shoulders and oversized body feel bulky rather than relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen choosing a substitute, compare both the metreage and the finished swatch. You are looking for a fabric that feels light, soft and fluid while still holding its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petite Knit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50431199576257,"sku":"18371","price":14.7,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/9216\/7217\/files\/sagasweateroen29-01_1500x1500_5598a9fa-7910-4e15-a8f6-1434fceaeb9b.jpg?v=1784842575","url":"https:\/\/thewoolshop.co.nz\/products\/saga-sweater","provider":"The Wool Shop Rangiora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}