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PROJECT Shoals Tank
Shoals Tank
My friend Rosie just finished the Shoals Tank last week and it is BEAUTIFUL! I’m not normally a lace person, but the texture is absolutely gorgeous, it only enhances the already stunning Quince & Co Sparow (on SALE until the end of July)!
The tank is worked in the round from the bottom up, the back and front are divided at armhole and worked flat. The straps are joined at the shoulder using the three-needle bind off (easy peasy)! The A-line shape is achieved by using different needle sizes, which is great, less for you to think about.
Size
- Bust 30½ (33¼, 36, 38½, 41¼, 44, 46½, 49¼, 52, 54½)” [77.5, 84.5, 91, 98, 104, 112, 118, 125, 132, 138) cm]
- Size shown is 33¼” 84 cm worn with ¾” 2 cm negative ease.
Materials
- Quince & Co Sparow: 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8) skeins
- 32″ circular needles: 2.25/US1, 2.75/US2, 3.25/US3, and 3.5mm/US4
- Pattern
FINISHED Gillespie
Gillespie
I finished my Gillespie pullover just in time for the warm weather and I LOVE it! It took a little while to finish it, but that’s mostly about me and not the project, which was great. The pattern was a simple top-down raglan and easy. Because linen stretches I went down one size and made the smallest size, and it still feels like it fits with positive ease – the fit is loose and comfortable. The fabric is soft, smooth and cool – I LURV Quince & Co Sparrow for summer garments, it’s so blissfully comfortable in warm weather!
Quince & Co Sparrow is on SALE until the end of July!
Initially felt that the neck would be too wide for my narrow shoulders, and I was right. I made some modifications and made the neck narrower and it is still fairly wide (all details are in our Ravelry Project Notes). I made the body and arms a bit longer, but linen grows with wear, so I might need to take them back (one of the benefits of a top-down construction). I also put a handful of short-rows in the back to even it out, but now that I’m wearing the sweater I don’t know if that was necessary because the fabric has so much drape.
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Size
- Finished Bust: 34¼ (37¾, 41¼, 44¾, 48¼, 52, 55½, 59)” or [87 (96, 105, 113.5, 122.5, 132, 141, 150) cm] bust circumference;
- Shown in size 37¾” [93.5 cm] with 3¾” [9.5 cm] positive ease
Materials
- Quince & Co Sparrow: 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10) skeins
- 3.25mm/US3 – 16″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 – 24″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 – 32″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 double pointed needles
- stitch markers
- scrap yarn
- tapestry/daring needle
- Pattern
- Our Ravelry Notes
PROJECT Raven
Raven
I just finished my first sweater made with Quince & Co Sparrow and I’m all over this lovely summer yarn (pictures to come, I still need to block it)! I really like the simplicity of this tunic/tank, Raven. You can make it with the pockets, or skip them, make it in one colour, of colour blocks. But the most important thing to me is that you’ll want to wear it over, and over, and over again! The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom-up, and it’s all knit stitch, so the knitting is fairly uncomplicated. And hey, they yarn is even on sale until the end of July – can’t go wrong!
Size
- Bust Circumference: 31½ (34½, 37½, 40½, 43¾, 46¾, 49¾, 53)” or 80 (87.5, 95.5, 103, 111, 118.5, 126.5, 134.5) cm
- linen has a lot of stretch to it, you might want to consider making a size smaller than normal.
Materials
- Quince & Co Sparrow: 7 (7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins
- 3.75mm/US5 – 16″ circular needles
- 3.75mm/US5 – 32″ circular needles
- Pattern Download
FREEBIE Simple Summer Top
Silken Straw
Another great summer freebie, Silken Straw is an elegant and simple summer tee – very wearable and very knittable. Quince & Co Sparrow is a great sub for their yarn, it’s soft, machine washable and has a beautiful sheen. For a more cost effective option try Cascade Ultra Pima Fine, a silky cotton with a great hand.
Materials
- Quince & Co Sparrow: 5 to 6 skeins, or Cascade Ultra Pima Fine: 6 to 7 skeins
- 3.5mm/US4 – 24″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 double pointed needles (optional: for I-cord)ord bind-off)
- Stitch Marker
- FREE Pattern: Silken Straw
Notes
- See projects in Quince & Co Sparrow
- Check your tension first and wash & dry your swatch to confirm the numbers (machine wash in a lingerie bag on cold)
FREEBIE Crochet Grocery Bag
Crochet Grocery Bag
Oh crochet, how I have MISSED you! I just finished this handy-dandy grocery bag with less than one skein of Quince & Co Sparrow organic linen. I wrote this simple pattern a million years ago, and it’s kind of nice to revisit an old friend. Plus it’s a fast & portable project, a cool summer yarn, and makes a great hostess or teacher gift.
The yarn & hook size are slightly smaller than the original, so check out our project notes for modifications. I also put a locking stitch marker (actually calabash pins worked well with this yarn) in each round to help me keep track of where I was (especially useful around round 12+).
Working with Linen
Pure linen is kind of a ‘product’ fibre, rather than a ‘process’ fibre. You’re going to love the project once it’s done, but it isn’t the easiest yarn you’ve ever used. In the skein it is stiff, but rest assured that it will loosen up as it is knitted, and then completely after washing. I’m not telling you this to put you off, but rather to help set your expectations for a different kind of textile experience. Quince & Co Sparrow is the most beautiful 100% linen I’ve ever come across and I’m always extremely happy with my projects made with it. I definitely suggest you give it a try!
Materials
- FREE Pattern
- Quince & Co Sparrow: 1 skein
- 3.5mm/E crochet hook
- locking stitch markers or calabash pins
- Our Project Notes
Other Options
If you want to make the project as it was originally written you can use a 4mm/G crochet hook and one skein of Cascade Ultra Pima.
If the idea of a market bag gets you going but you aren’t into ours, here are some other options:
PROJECT Parker Cardi
Parker Cardi
I think the Parker Cardi may be my next sweater – after I finish Gillespie (you know me, always thinking ahead to my next meal). I like it’s simplicity, both in aesthetic and execution. When it comes to spring & summer knitting I need my projects to be easy to execute, anything too ambitious and I don’t seem to get it done. I’ve been working with the Quince & Co. Sparrow at the same tension for Gillespie, and I really like the basic stocking stitch with this yarn – plus its easy-peasy, minimal thinking knitting. I’m not sure which colour yet, but I’m very keen on the new marled colours (especially conch and mineral).
Size
- Bust: 31½ (34½, 38, 41½, 44½, 48, 51½, 54½, 58)” or (80 (88, 97, 105, 113, 122, 131, 138, 147) cm
- Shown in size 34½” with ½” positive ease
Materials
- Quince & Co. Sparrow: 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10, 11, 12) skeins
- 3.5mm/US4 – 16″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 – 32″ circular needles
- 3.5mm/US4 double pointed needles
- Stitch markers
- Stitch holder or waste yarn
- Scrap yarn in similar weight for Sunday short rows
- Tapestry needle
- Pattern
NEW Framework by Norah Gaughan
Framework by Norah Gaughan
Norah Gaughan combines her love of geometry and her mastery of innovative construction in Framework: Ten Architectural Knits, a collection of ten breezy pieces worked in Quince & Co’s organic linen yarns, Kestrel and Sparrow. From a summery little neck scarf to a godet-trimmed, shoulder-baring top to a free flowing open cardigan knitted in different directions, Norah’s collection offers ten projects that are a pleasure to knit and flattering to wear.
Framework delves into the underlying structure of her pieces—the simple rectangle—and how various knitting techniques transform this basic shape into new and interesting knitwear. Illustrated tips on essential techniques, such as yarnovers in knit and purl fabrics, short rows, twisted fringe, and more are also provided throughout the book.
PROJECTS in Progress: Gillespie
Spring Knitting ADD: Part 1
I am in the throws of full Spring knitting ADD. Several projects are on the needles, and more are in the planning stages. If you also suffer from Spring Knitting ADD don’t blame yourself, it’s the rollercoaster weather. On warmer days I’ve been working on GILLESPIE, a light, warm weather sweater made with Quince & Co Sparrow. Becuase it is linen I’m making a smaller size than I normally would, and I don’t think I’ll need more than 6 skeins. I’ve also made some pattern modifications to make it fit me and the store mannequin better (we both have small shoulders), which I always add to my project notes in Ravelry.
My work on this sweater has been a bit congested lately, but I’ve found that I like knitting with this fine linen best while lying down on my sofa – I don’t know why, but I’m best able to get into the flow in this position. Sitting positions, no matter how slouchy, don’t seem to do it for me with this yarn. I think it’s because my body (head, neck, back, shoulders, arms) is fully supported. The pattern is straight knitting and there isn’t much to look at, so it’s ideal for catching up on some trashy TV.
Photos: Quince & Co, Knit-O-Matic
NEW COLOURS Quince & Co Sparrow
Quince & Co. Sparrow: Marls
Quince & Co. has come out with 5 new colours in their gorgeous linen, Sparow. The colours are all marled, which means they are a blend of two colours twisted together. Marls have a depth of colour and surface interest missing in most solid colours. These marls are especially beautiful, subtle colour combinations perfect for spring and summer.
Sparrow is a plain little yarn, beautiful in its simplicity. Its clean, smooth hand is crisp as you knit it. But after washing and wearing it becomes handkerchief-soft and drapey. It’s spun in Italy from organic linen grown in Belgium. Knit Sparrow on a variety of needle sizes—try needles from size 2.75 to 4mm (US 2 to 6) —depending on the drape and feel you want in your project. The yarn is a natural in lace patterns, carving out the yarn overs, but it’s fluid, too, in simple stockinette. It’s great in tanks, shawls, and breezy cardigans, and lovely as can be in bags, wash cloths, and other home accessories.
- 100% organic linen
- 168yd [155m] / 50g
- fingering weight
- 6 sts /inch on size US 3 [3.25 mm] needles
- Quince and Co. patterns for Sparrow
- Pattern ideas on Ravelry
