Twist Collective January eBook Knitting Pattern

Twist Collective January eBook: Knitting Pattern Collection

The Twist Collective January eBook is a downloadable PDF containing 19 distinct knitting designs. This comprehensive collection offers a diverse range of garments and accessories suitable for knitters of various skill levels, featuring both charted stitch patterns and detailed construction techniques.

Alizeh by Moira Engel

What is Being Made: Alizeh is a side-to-side knit wrap or shawl with finished measurements of 83 inches in length and 13 inches in width (211 cm × 33 cm).

Construction Technique: This design is worked from side to side, beginning with a cast-on of 4 stitches. The pattern employs a systematic increase method, with increases worked every right-side row for 37 additional rows to reach 84 stitches. The construction utilizes multiple charted stitch patterns (Chart A, Chart B, Chart C, and Chart D) that are worked in sequence. Chart A comprises rows 1–58 and establishes the foundation. Chart B is worked over 24 stitches and repeated 4 times, followed by rows 1–26 worked once more. Chart D begins with 27 stitches, increases to 31 stitches, then returns to 27 stitches upon completion. Strategic stitch markers divide sections to maintain pattern accuracy throughout construction.

Stitches Used: The primary stitch pattern is Seed Stitch, worked over an even number of stitches by alternating purl and knit stitches on every row (Row 1 RS: *P1, k1; repeat from * to end; Row 2 WS: *K1, p1; repeat from * to end). The design also incorporates Make One Purl (M1P) increases and stockinette stitch sections. Charted stitch patterns provide additional texture and visual interest throughout the wrap.

Materials: The pattern calls for 5 balls of Tahki Yarns Scotland (100% Fine Merino Wool) in colorway #05 Charcoal, with each ball containing 174 yards (160 meters) and weighing 1¾ ounces (50 grams). Construction requires US Size 7 needles (4.5 mm), adjusted as necessary to achieve correct gauge. Additional notions include stitch markers, a cable needle, and a tapestry needle for chart work.

Gauge: The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure accurate finished measurements.

Additional Designs in Collection

The eBook includes 18 additional knitting patterns: Anabiel, Aubin, Beringer, Bilberry, Cabrillo, Decalage, Framework, Interlaken, Mill Creek, Mishmash, Nouveau, Rebe, Rhona, Ribbon Candy, Sardonyx, Thunderbolt, Undercut, Vervain, and Yojimbo. Each design is presented with complete instructions, charted stitch patterns where applicable, finished measurements, materials lists, and gauge information to guide knitters through successful project completion.

General Knitting Techniques: The collection demonstrates various fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques including charted pattern reading, increase and decrease methods, stitch marker placement for pattern management, and gauge adjustment. Knitters will develop proficiency in following multi-chart constructions, managing multiple stitch patterns within a single project, and executing both written and charted instructions. The use of charts allows for precise stitch pattern placement and complex colorwork or textural elements without requiring extensive written row-by-row instructions.