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Designer Julia Vaconsins inspiration or this casual pull-

over was traditional Icelandic sweaters. The lower body and

sleeves are worked in the round to the armholes, then are

joined together to orm the yoke, just as a traditional knit-

ted Lopi would be. Simple stitch patterns orm the color-

work yoke, showing o a unique eect that only crochet can

achieve. Worked in sportweight alpaca, this sweater is light-

weight, close-tting, and very warm.

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32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)" (81.5 [92,

101.5, 112.5, 122, 132.5] cm) bust

circumerence. Garment shown mea-

sures 32" (81.5 cm) and is modeled with

2" (5 cm) negative ease. Fit is snug,

sweater will stretch when worn; choosesize with 02" (05 cm) negative ease.

Misti Alpaca Sport (100% baby alpaca;

146 yd [134 m]/1 oz [50 g]; ): #NT-

505 natural grey (MC), 9 (11, 13, 15, 16,

18) skeins; #9402 grape (A), #NT100

natural white (B), #VL9100 lavender (C),#2302 petal pink (D), 1 skein each.

Size G/7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if

necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Yarn needle; removable markers (m) or

waste yarn.

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23 sts and 21 rows = 4" (10 cm) in sc

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Basic Tunisian crochetaka aghan stitchblossoms into an

elegant honeycomb pattern when its combined with its alter

ego, Tunisian purl. Work two colors o tweedy yarn on alternate

rows and you get a distinguished abric thats ideal or a classic

mans vest. In this instance, the colorwork pattern is limited to

the ronts, while the back is worked in simple Tunisian crochet

in a solid color. I youre unamiliar with Tunisian crochet, nd

out how to do it in the primer on page 37.

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39 (44, 48, 51, 56)" (100.5 [112,

122, 131.5, 143.5] cm) chest circumer-

ence, buttoned. Vest shown measures

44" (112 cm).

Jo Sharp DK Tweed (85% wool, 10% silk,

5% cashmere; 147 yd [135 m]/1 oz

[50 g]): #405 Emporio (burgundy; MC), 6

(6, 7, 8, 9) balls; #403 emerald (green;

CC), 2 (2, 2, 2) balls. Yarn distributed by

JCA Inc.

Aghan or cro-hook size H/8 (5 mm);

crochet hook size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust

hook size if necessary to obtain correct

gauge.

Tapestry needle; ive (ive, six, six, six)78" (2.2 cm) buttons.

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17 sts and 16 rows = 4" (10 cm) in

tweed pattern stitch on size H/8 (5 mm)

aghan hook.

design by k a t h l e e n p o w e r

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I youre a an o motis, this sophisticated cardigan is the

project or you. Worked entirely in granny squares that are

slip-stitched together, the jacket has a boxy look that makes

it ideal or casual weekend wear. For a contemporary edge,

Valentina Devine worked it in jewel tones and, by holding

two strands o a variegated yarn together, she achieved a

rich marled eect. And or the moms out there, Valentina

also designed a matching childs pullover; the pattern or

the Childs Boho Blocks Pullover can be ound online at

interweavecrochet.com.

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28 (40, 56)" (71 [101.5, 142] cm) bust

circumerence when buttoned. Cardigan

shown measures 40" (101.5 cm).

Lornas Lace Helens Lace (50% silk, 50%

wool; 1,250 yd [1,143 m]/4 oz [114 g];

CYCA #1 super ine): mother lode (A),

2 (2, 3) skeins; Douglas ir (B) and cam-

oulage (C), 1 skein each.

Size E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size ifnecessary to obtain correct gauge.

Five (ive, six) 78" diameter shank

buttons; tapestry needle.

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Each moti = 312" (9 cm) square with 2

strands o yarn held tog.

design by Va l e n t i n a d e V i n e

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The Best of Interweave Crochetpresents the very best patterns by top

designers rom the magazine since its inception. From Kathy Merricks

color-rich Babettes Blanket to Kristin Omdahls shapely Innity Shawl

to Lily Chins fattering Lace Dress, you wont want to wait to get

started on these popular projects and more.

Youll also fnd the in-depth instructions, tips, and techniques that

you know and love rom Interweave Crochet. Create bold new crochetcreations using innovative variations on basic stitches and try your

hand at more complex stitch motis, Tunisian crochet, and lacework.

The Best of Interweave Crochetis a complete collection o top de-

signs all in one easily accessible volume. Whether youre picking up a

hook or the frst time or youre a long-time crocheter, youll love these

twenty unique and popular projects.

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