- Description
- Pattern Information
- Techniques
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Designed by:
Karie Westermann
About Noblesse Oblige:
A fabulous ensemble pattern providing instructions for both the delightful Fair Isle beret and three sizes of shawl – a neckerchief, a small scarf and a shawl. The beret is knitted in the round with pretty Fair Isle bands running round the circumference before the crown is shaped and topped off with a stylish felted pom pom. The three shawls all feature a stylish striped pattern edging the traditionally constructed triangular shawl. The dainty neckerchief can be finished with ties and felted pom poms to match the beret.
Both beret and shawl are knitted using Fenella, a lightweight yarn, to create a soft, lightweight fabric with fabulous drape but also enough structure to block out the beret shape. Fenella is available in 30 beautiful colours giving lots of colour options for your own Noblesse Oblige.
Our model is wearing the small neckerchief and the first size beret.
The pattern includes both written and charted instructions.
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Sizing:
Shawls – Finished Dimensions after blocking – Neckerchief: 72cm (28.5in) x 28cm (11in); Scarf: 94cm (37in) x 40cm (15.75in); Shawl: 116cm (45.5in) x 50cm (19.5in)
Beret – Finished Dimensions after blocking – S/M: Circumference – 60cm (23.5in); L: Circumference – 67.5cm (26.5in)
Yarn:
Fenella from Susan Crawford, 100% British wool, 124m/135yds per 25g
Beret Only:
1 25g skein each of shades Myrtle, Atomic Red, Chalk, Jonquil, PorcellanaNeckerchief/Scarf/Shawl Only:
1 (2, 3) 25g skeins each of shade Myrtle
1 25g skein each of shades Atomic Red, Chalk, Jonquil, PorcellanaBeret plus Neckerchief/Scarf/Shawl
2 (3, 4) 25g skeins each of shade Myrtle
1 25g skein each of shades Atomic Red, Chalk, Jonquil, PorcellanaGauge:
32 sts and 34 rows to 10cm(4in) measured over stocking stitch prior to blocking.
Suggested Needles:
Set of 2.25mm (US 1) DPNs
Set of 3mm (US 2) DPNs
1 pair of 3mm (US 2) needles or 3mm (US 2) circular needleNotions:
Stitch marker
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Pom pom maker or small piece of cardboard -
Knitting in the round
Fair Isle knitting;
Pom pom making
Increasing and decreasing
Blocking