Deb Cardi Special Edition - Calgary {knit kit}
THIS IS A PRE-ORDER. ORDERS WILL GO OUT END OF NOVEMBER, 2024
If you're looking for the ultra most AMAZEBLING, head-turner-luxury knit kit, this is it!
I know this kit is pricy, this special edition would be a great stash-diving project. If you want JUST the pattern, CLICK HERE (not a Ravelry link).
This knit kit Special Edition Deb Cardi, created for Knit City Calgary 2024, color blocks the stunning Frankie Grey Fibres & Mega Bling Sparkles, divided by gold Lame.
This simple Deb Cardi is designed to highlight beautiful yarn, in this case, Frankie Grey Fibres DK Weight & Majestic Fluff. For this version, I used 3-4 strands of yarn held together, color blocking between the gold Lame. I hope this version inspires you, giving permission to play with color choices and sparkles!
Each kit comes with the original Deb Cardi pattern & Mods for this speical edition along with following yarn quantities, depending on your size. The sample was knit in size Large and it is a very roomy style with positive ease.
YARN
Note: 3-4 stands held together at all times: 1 strand of MC1 + 2 strands of MC2 + alternating 1 strand of CC1 or CC2
MC1 (yarn held single): Frankie Grey Fibre DK Weight (245 yards/224 meters; 75% Superwash Merino/25% Nylon; 100g; DK weight):
MC1(A): Barbie Girl x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2).
MC1(B): Pretty In Pink x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2).
MC1(C): Lucky Lavendar x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2).
MC1(D): Hibiscus x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2).
MC1(E): Rose Wrangler x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2).
MC2 (yarn held double): Frankie Grey Fibres Majestic Fluff (437 yards/400 meters; 53% Super Baby Alpaca/34% Silk/13% Cashmere; 50g; lace weight):
MC2(A): Barbie Girl x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2).
MC2(B): Pretty In Pink x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2).
MC2(C): Lucky Lavendar x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2).
MC2(D): Hibiscus x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2).
MC2(E): Rose Wrangler x 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2).
CC1 (held single): Lana Gatto Paillettes (122 yards/112 meters; 100% Polyester sequin novelty yarn; Lace weight):
CC1(A): Raspberry 66 x 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3).
CC1(B): Crystal 02 x 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3).
CC1(C): Light Rainbow 101 x 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3).
CC1(D): Rose 85 x 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3).
CC1 (held single): Rico Yarns Crazy Paillettes (120 yards/110 meters; 100% Polyester sequin novelty yarn; DK weight):
CC1(E): Blush Rainbow 01 x 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3).
CC2 (held double): Ricorumi Lame DK (54 yards/50 meters; 100% Polyester metallic lame; DK weight) x 2 (4, 4, 4, 4, 6, 6, 6, 8).
NEEDLES
5.5mm (US 9) & 6.5mm (US 10.5) 24”/60cm circular knitting needles.
6.5mm (US 10.5) 16”/40cm circular knitting needles (for Sleeves).
5.5mm (US 9) DPNs (for Sleeve cuffs).
GAUGE
Use larger needles and work St-st to obtain gauge.
14 sts x 20 rows = 4”/10cm.
SIZE - Bust
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
Bust & Bottom Width: 40 (46, 52, 58, 64, 70, 76, 80, 86)”/101.5 (116.75, 132, 147.32, 162.5, 177.75, 193, 203.25, 142.25)cm.
To fit bust (with a 6-8”/15.25-20.25cm positive ease): 32 (40, 44, 50, 56, 64, 68, 74, 80)”/81.25, 101.5, 111.75, 127, 142.25, 162.5, 172.75, 188, 203.25)cm.
