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Why is the knitting/crochet tension so important?
Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size is only meant as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.
The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
How do I know how many balls of yarn I need?
The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.
Can I use a different yarn than what the pattern suggests?
The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.
Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.
See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?
What are the yarn groups?
All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.
How do I use the yarn calculator?
At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn calculator, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the calculator will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).
If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be calculated separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.
Why do you show discontinued yarns in the patterns?
Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn calculator, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.
It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.
The yarn calculator will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.
What size should I knit?
If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.
You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart
Why do I get the wrong knitting tension with the suggested needle size?
The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.
Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a tension/gauge swatch
Why is the pattern worked top-down?
Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.
The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.
How do I work according to a knitting diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.
When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.
When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
How do I work according to a crochet diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.
When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.
When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.
When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.
The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
How do I work several diagrams simultaneously on the same row/round?
Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.
The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
Why are the sleeves shorter in larger sizes?
The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.
Where on the garment is the length measured?
The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder closest to the neckline, and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.
On a jacket measures are never taken along bands, unless specifically stated. Always measure inside band stitches when measuring the length.
See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing
What is a repeat?
Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.
Why does the piece start with more chain stitches than it’s worked with?
Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.
Why increase before the rib edge when the piece is worked top-down?
The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.
Why increase in the cast-off edge?
It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.
See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)
How do I increase/decrease on every 3rd and 4th row/round alternately?
To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.
See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately
How can I work a jacket in the round instead of back and forth?
Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.
See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open
Can I work a jumper back and forth instead of in the round?
Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.
See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?
Why is the pattern slightly different than what I see in the photo?
Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.
Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!
How do I make a women’s size garment into a men’s size one?
If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.
Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.
How do I prevent a hairy garment from shedding?
All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.
Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding
Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:
1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.
2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.
3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.
4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.
Why does my garment pill?
Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.
You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.
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Knitted DROPS scarf with stripes worked from side to side in ”Delight” and ”Alpaca”.
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SCARF: Worked back and forth on needle from side to side. Cast on 6 sts on needle size 3.5 mm with light grey Alpaca. Work 6 rows in stocking st back and forth (1st row = WS) – AT THE SAME TIME on 4th row (= RS), inc 1 st at the end of row by working 2 sts in outermost st. Repeat inc on every 4th row upwards. AT THE SAME TIME after 6 rows with light grey, continue with stripes as follows: 2 rows Delight, 2 rows light grey Alpaca. REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION! Continue with stripes and inc until there are 70 sts on needle. Now switch light grey Alpaca with medium grey Alpaca. Continue with stripes and inc until there are 75 sts on needle. Work 3 rows over the 75 sts, then dec 1 st at the end of row (from RS) by K the last 2 sts tog. Repeat dec on every 4th row until 6 sts remain on needle. Work 4 rows with medium grey. Cast off. |
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Comments / Questions (55)
Janet wrote:
Ok Dankeschön, das probiere ich , ich hab versehentlich 2 Maschen zu genommen, da war ich schneller am Ziel
20.07.2014 - 22:48Janet wrote:
Hallo nach Anweisung stricke ich bereits und jede 4. Reihe hab ich zugenommen und es ist viel zu kurz, da muss ich etwas falsch verstehen, zunehmen bei jeder 4. grauen reihe zum bsp.?können sie mir kurz erklären-- wieviel mal ich stricken muss bevor ich das 2. Mal zunehme? alle Reihen -rechts,links wieviele insgesamt?
20.07.2014 - 20:22DROPS Design answered:
Sie fangen mit Hellgrau an und stricken zuerst 3 R glatt re, dann nehmen Sie in der 4. R 1 M am Rand wie beschrieben zu. Dann 2 R glatt re ohne Zunahme in Hellgrau, 1 R mit Delight ohne Zunahme, 1 R mit Delight MIT Zunahme (also haben Sie zwischen den Zunahme-R 3 R glatt re gestrickt), dann immer wie folgt: 2 R ohne Zunahme in Hellgrau, 1 R ohne Zunahme in Delight, 1 R mit Zunahme in Delight, 2 R ohne Zunahme in Hellgrau, 1 R ohne Zunahme in Delight, 1 R mit Zunahme in Hellgrau usw. Wie lang ist Ihr Tuch denn bis jetzt?
20.07.2014 - 22:12Janet wrote:
Meine MaschenProbe stimmt aber beim stricken stelle ich fest dass mein schal bei 50 Maschen viel zu kurz ist was mache ich falsch ?
20.07.2014 - 00:49DROPS Design answered:
Liebe Janet, wie kommen Sie auf 50 M? Sie müssen ja stricken, bis 75 M auf der Nadel sind, dann haben Sie die Hälfte des Schals erreicht und nehmen dann wieder ab. Beachten Sie, dass Sie nur in jeder 4. R zunehmen (und hinterher nur in jeder 4. R wieder abnehmen), dann müsste das Tuch eigentlich die angegebenen Maße bekommen, wenn Ihre Maschenprobe stimmt. Sie stricken ja knapp 280 R bis zur Mitte, das entspricht ca. 92-93 cm für eine Hälfte.
20.07.2014 - 18:44Helle Vibeke Nielsen wrote:
Helle Vibeke Nielsen 02.04.2014 kl. 22:20: Jeg forstår virkelig ikke opskriften der står forventede længste 1m og nogle og 80 dette kan jeg ikke få til at passe med mindre at det stykke når man har nået 75 masker skal være væsentligt længere end de 3 pinde som jeg læser det stykke skal da være væsentligt længere ikk
05.04.2014 - 15:04DROPS Design answered:
Hej Helle. Jeg forstår ikke rigtigt hvad du mener? Du strikker fra spids til spids - altså fra den ene side af sjalet til den anden. Du tager først ud, De 3 pinde kommer i midten, og tager derefter ind igen med samme frekvens som da du tog ud, så de to sider på hver side af midten bliver lige lange.
07.04.2014 - 20:58Zule wrote:
Hola me encanta esta prenda, lo que no entiendo es si ¿el aumento se hace de ambos lados o solo en uno de los extremos? gracias...
05.05.2013 - 16:36DROPS Design answered:
Hola Zule, los aum se hacen sólo por un lado (al final de la fila) y se repiten según el patrón.
07.05.2013 - 23:24Tina wrote:
Hallo ! Soll mann Randmaschen (also letzte Masche nur übernehmen) stricken ? Haben Sie einen Vorschlag welche Farbkombinationen aus den Baumwollgarnen dem Original ähneln würden ? Danke
02.02.2013 - 19:22DROPS Design answered:
Hallo Tina, die Randmasche wird immer re gestrickt (und in jeder 4. R 2 M in die letzte M). Wegen der Farbauswahl lassen Sie sich bitte von ihren Laden beraten, beachten Sie aber, dass der bunte Effekt von dem Farbverlaufsgarn Delight kommt.
07.02.2013 - 08:50Danyd wrote:
Superbe écharpe,quelques angoisses sur la fin : aurais-je assez avec une pelote de Delight? Oui, ouf! C'est sur que je la referai . Merci aux créateurs.
21.12.2012 - 08:10Silvi wrote:
Hallo! Habe in der Anleitung einen Fehler entdeckt (glaube ich ;-) Bei den Zunahmen ist meiner Meinung nach nur EINE Masche pro 4. Reihe gemeint.
16.11.2012 - 20:59DROPS Design answered:
Liebe Silvi, die Anleitung ist korrekt: wenn Sie 2 M in die äußerste M stricken, nehmen Sie 1 M zu. Viel Spaß beim Stricken!
18.11.2012 - 10:01Ef wrote:
I bought Delight yarn but other color than in the pattern, and I have to say I'm dissappointed, because the colors change not in thin rows...
09.06.2012 - 21:39Nathalex wrote:
J'ai adoré cette jolie écharpe : quel beau cadeau à offrir, avant de m'en refaire une pour moi !
28.02.2012 - 12:16