These patterns are in the usual MAO style along with an article pertaining to the pattern and techniques. Patterns are in 5 sizes, ranging from finished bust 36/38 to 48/50 in. and of course, you get all 5 sizes. The format is similar to what was used in KNITWORDS magazine, without the space restriction, so: few abbreviations, lots of extra tips and techniques, explained as you go, great professional photos, schematics and stitch charts if necessary, set out in a pdf file for you to print out yourself, sent to you by email. Designaknit stitch files will be included in the email if applicable. If you do not use PayPal you can print out our order form and mail your order to us along with payment by cheque.

4.5mm 3-PACK • CD ONLY • PDF • #3
ANGLED WITH ATTITUDE
A-line cardigan with full-fashioned details in the raglan shaping. Garment features opposing facings on fronts; shortrowed hemline; unique collar of reverse stockinette ridges; 5 sizes from 36 - 49 in, two versions. The accompanying Notes features garter bar techniques, raglan and full fashioned decreases, drawing schematic for charting device.

GOSSAMER
Open front cardigan of lace with lace carriage, vertical shawl collar, exxaggerated A-line creates hanging points at sides /hip. 5 sizes from 36 to 49 in.Long set-in sleeve. Brother and SilverReed stitch patterns given. Notes article includes cast-on fro waste yarn with ribber comb on single bed; using yarn marks effectively; lace carriage for both Brother and Silver Reed; partial knitting/shortrows with lace knitting and manual tuck for edging.

GRANVILLE
Button front cardigan, 3/4 set in sleeve. Combination of braided cables, a variety of double bed work, stockinette and contrast textures - this project should present a challenge for the accomplished knitter but some easier 'cheats' are given to simplify - your choice. Notes include braided cable on double bed; racked cast-on; a great neckline finish and more!

Check MAO's blog – Jan-Feb-Mar 2012 for more pictures and details.
 
 
 
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4.5mm 3-PACK • CD ONLY • PDF #2
RED RAGS
A hip length, A-line raglan cardigan with long sleeve. Shortrowing at hemline adds length to centre to balance side seam decreases. Round neck, cuffs, hem and front bands are stockinette hems in contrast colour. Yarn is Silk City Fibers Wool Crepe Deluxe. Techniques article includes full fashioned decrease methods and decorative decreases, starting and finishing details and more.

TUCK RIB CARDI
Double bed tuck rib stitch for dramatic texture. A-line, mid thigh length; vee neck; long, set-in sleeve; deep FNR bands; inside bag pockets; button band knit circular with vertical buttonholes. Yarn is Yeoman Yarns Panama. Bonus pattern for girls, sized 4 (6, 8, 10) years, "Practise Makes Little Miss Perfect". Techniques article includes full needle rib hems, odd needle arrangements, seaming methods, pockets in rib fabric, assembly methods and much more.

LACEY BLUE
The design is Lacey Blue. A button front, close-fitting cardigan with vee neck and long, set-in sleeves. Crisp, mercerised cotton to show off the detail of the fashion lace transfers. Flat, shaped collar frame neckline. Hand transferred lace border with automatic picot edging aqll around. Silver Reed and Brother stitch patterns included. Techniques article includes lace carriage stuff for ech brand, hand transferred lace border, short rows for lace carriage and more.

Check MAO's blog – Aug-Sept-Oct 2011 for more details.
 
 
 
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4.5mm 3-PACK • CD ONLY • PDF #1
SIMPLE-ICITY
Slightly fitted cardigan with round neckline; 3/4 set-in sleeve; curved edge patch pocket on front; deep stockinette hems on cuff and bottom, narrower band for neck and front edges.

JAZZY JIVE
High-hip length, cardi top, knit sideways. Featuring shortrowed gores to add width and swing at hip; 3/4 length sleeves with optional box pleats; chained edge front band and collar; clasp front closures. Read article for more tips and techniques before beginning to knit!

SOPHISTICATE
High-hip length, open-front cardigan, 3/4 set-in sleeves. Single bed one-row-tuck makes subtle patterning in a fabulous lightweight yarn, but knitting it on the double bed allows the extended centre fronts to have an edge finished automatically with longstitch, which are then attached on the machine with a stockinette tubed edge for a very professional look.

Check MAO's blog – Jan-Feb-Mar 2011 for more details.
 
 
 
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6.5mm 3-PACK • CD ONLY • PDF • MIDGAUGE
TWO STEP
Slightly fitted, high-hip length cardigan with fitted, set-in sleeve. Hand transferred two-step lace for the overall fabric. Narrow, easy picot hem and lace border the bottom, cuff and front of hood with the picot bands trimming front edges. Round neckline is finished with picot hem or optional one piece hood.

REDDYWARE
Slight A-line shaped cardigan, raglan sleeve, high v-neck, with collar. Cable and tuck rib combination form a slightly scalloped edging to make cuffs, hems and collar. Neckline of collar and hemline are shortrowed to add depth in centre for better fit. Stockinette bands finish front opening and a slip cord edging make button loops on right side. All finished and assembled on the machine.

IN THE TWEEDS
Low hip length jacket, knit sideways with zippered front closure. The boy is knit in one piece, from centre front, around back to centre front in stockinette. Gores are added in body to add extra width at hip for A-line shape. Sleeves are knit down and seamed on the top along with shoulder line. Ruffle at hemline and around hood can be substituted with slip cord for a no-frills approach.

Check MAO's blog – Jan-Feb-Mar 2011 for more info.
 
 
 
6.5mm
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