Andrea Mowry - MISKY The Weekender Light Bundle - DYE TO ORDER

*dyed to order will ship in 3-4 weeks from date of purchase*

Andrea says:

The Weekender, originally designed for worsted weight yarn and released a few years ago, is my most popular pattern to date and it may not surprise you that a lighter weight version has been the most frequent request in my inbox! 

The Weekender Light is available in 10 sizes, is knit up in fingering weight yarn and has a few adjustments that I hope will result in another favorite sweater for your handknit wardrobe!

(first photo  © Andrea Mowry)

Bundle includes:

Pichinku Fibers MISKY 100% non-superwash merino wool, 2 ply sport-fingering, 400 meters per 100 gram skein @ 10% discount 

FREE gift with purchase: 1 x naturally dyed, handwoven baby alpaca wrap bracelet, handwoven by the Pichinku girls

Finished measurements: 

36 (40, 44, 48)(52, 56, 60)(64, 68, 72)”

91.5 (101.5, 112, 122)(132, 142, 152.5)(162.5, 173, 183) cm

Intended to be worn with approx. 10”/25.5 cm positive ease.

To pick your best size, measure your full bust and add your desired ease, then pick the finished bust circumference closest to that number.

Suggested needles:

Main Fabric: US 4/3.5 mm - 32-40”/80-100 cm circular and preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or DPNs)

Sleeve Fabric (Optional, if needed): US 5/3.75 mm - Preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or DPNs)

Ribbing: US 2/2.75 mm - 40”/100 cm circular and preferred needles for small circumference knitting for cuffs and collar 

Notions: 

Stitch markers (4) 

Tapestry needle

Scissors

Stitch holders or waste yarn

Row counter (recommended)

Gauge:

24 sts & 38 rows = 4”/10 cm on largest needle (measured over stockinette stitch in the round using the Main Fabric needle, after blocking)

Pattern:

This kit does not include the pattern. Purchase the pattern directly on Ravelry. 

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Please note that colors will vary between computer-phone-tablet monitors and dye baths, and though we try our best to post color-accurate photos, variations should be anticipated. For any questions or concerns about color exactness, please contact us!

Natural dyes fade beautifully with time and may run a bit when washed but will retain their vibrancy with proper care. We recommend hand washing in cold water with a drop of pH neutral detergent and laying flat to dry away from direct sunlight.

Why pH neutral detergent?

Most commercial, even all natural detergents, are acidic or alkaline solutions that could alter naturally dyed colors. For example, we use citric acid or lime juice as a modifier to dye bright reds with cochineal. An acidic (or alkaline) detergent can have a similar result, breaking down dyes and changing colors even in the first wash.

Need help finding a pH neutral detergent to care for your naturally dyed yarns? Email us at hello@pichinkufibers.com!