Koora Sweater by rosa p.
Koora Sweater by rosa p.
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The Koora sweater is a versatile , oversized, sweater worked seamlessly top down with discreet raglan increases. First, the sweater is worked flat to shape the back of the neck. Thereafter is is worked in the round.
The balloon shaped sleeves are worked seamlessly top down with i-cord hems. The neckband is worked from picked up stitches around the neckline. Koora sweater can be worked in two body and two sleeve lengths.
Sizes 34 (36) 38 (40) 42 (44) 46 (48)
Yarn
Short version (cropped) / ¾ length sleeves:
660 (770) 770 (880) 990 (1100) 1210 (1210) m of worsted weight yarn
Short version (cropped) / long sleeves:
750 (750) 1000 (1000) 1250 (1250) 1500 (1500) m of worsted weight yarn
Long version / long sleeves:
770 (880) 990 (1100) 1210 (1320) 1430 (1540)m of worsted weight yarn
Recommended needles
Circular needles
3,5 mm, 40-50 cm and min. 100 cm long,
4 mm, 40-50 cm and min 100 cm long.
Supplies
Stitch markers, 2 stitch markers in contrasting colour, 2 stitch holder or waste yarn, wool needle, measuring tape, scissors.
Gauge, washed and blocked
10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch = 18 sts x 28 rows on needle 4 mm.
Knit a gauge swatch first and adjust the needle size, if necessary.
Suitable yarns include:
Organic Merino from Arles and recycled cotton, spun and dyed in France with natural dyes.
Yarn type: Heavy DK/ Light worsted weight yarn
Meterage: 250m / 270 yds in approx 100 g ball
Composition: 70% Organic merino d'Arles (France) and 30% recycled cotton, including up to 2% of others recycled fibres (France).
GAUGE (for 10 x 10 cm of st st)
20 st x 28 rows, 4 mm needles / US 6
19 st x 25 rows, 4.5 mm needles / US 7
Material: 100% Merino d’Arles GOTS certified Wool
Yardage: 200m/100g
Needle: 3.5 - 4.5 mm
Gauge: 20 = 10 cm
Washing instructions: Hand Wash
Skadi is a plump 3-ply DK /Worsted weight yarn made from Merino d'Arles GOTS-certified wool—with a 21 micron count, this is the softest wool native to Europe. This rare sheep breed hails from southern France and, due to the high crimp of its fleece, yarn spun from this wool has pockets of trapped air, providing insulation and resulting in warmer garments. The wool from this breed is exceptionally fluffy, bouncy, and soft.
By spinning and dyeing this organic wool at a GOTS-certified mill in Turkey, everything is done under one roof, reducing the carbon footprint and ensuring that the wool meets high standards for quality and sustainability. GOTS certification guarantees the best for the environment, sheep, and even the people involved in the production.
Knitting with Skadi is an absolute delight. It is lofty, light and as soft as a cloud and perfect for sweaters, hats, and scarves.
Gilliatt is a woolen spun yarn made from a blend of white French Mérinos d'Arles (Provence) and black Portuguese merino (Alentejo valley) raised with concern for the well-being of the animals and the value of their wool.
All the manufacturing stages of this yarn are carried out in a short circuit (France and Portugal for sourcing, Belgium or Italy for washing, France for spinning and dyeing) with traceability and care to reduce its impact on the environment.
It is offered in natural colours resulting from the blend of brown and white fleeces ("sel" (salt), "poivre blanc" (white pepper), "poivre et sel" (pepper and salt) and "poivre" (pepper)), and in a range of subtly heathered and dyed in fleece colours.
ON THE NEEDLES
Made up of three well-twisted strands, it is a round, soft and satisfying fluffy yarn which is perfect for about everything from stocking stitch to intricate cables.
It's a yarn that easily forgives irregularities, doesn't split and stays securely on the needles, making it an excellent choice for beginners as well.
RECOMMENDED CARE
This yarn is not superwash treated. We recommend that you wash your knitted fabric in warm water with soap or a suitable detergent and leave it to dry flat, avoiding rubbing or stretching it. If you wish to test the wool programme of your washing machine, we advise you to do so first with your sample.
Please note that very dark or particularly saturated colours such as "émeraude" are more likely to bleed during blocking. If you plan to knit with lighter colours, we recommend that you test a swatch first. If you find excess dye in the first wash, we recommend that you repeat the rinse bath until it is clear before drying your work.
A little background information:
Gilliatt is named after the beautiful, stubborn and constructive hero of Victor Hugo's Travailleurs de la mer.