{"product_id":"southwold-sleeveless-sweater-knitting-kit-british-alpaca-dk","title":"Southwold Sleeveless Sweater Knitting Kit - British Alpaca DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a classic sleeveless sweater with a beautiful dot stitch pattern that evokes scattered pebbles on sand. This versatile design can be knitted flat or in the round, with two neckline finishing options to suit your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnitted in luxurious British alpaca DK yarn sourced from UK and Irish farms, this sleeveless top features a main colour body with contrasting edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from our wide range of colours to create your perfect combination. \u003cstrong\u003eColours shown: Rose Pink (main) and Grey (contrast)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Southwold sleeveless sweater uses dot stitch throughout for a textured, elegant finish. Designed as two panels (front and back) when knitted flat, or seamlessly in the round. You can choose between traditional ribbing or a folded-over edge for the neckline and armholes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose to knit flat (two panels seamed together) or seamlessly in the round. Pattern includes both methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is intended to be well-fitted with 2–5cm (1–2\") positive ease. To choose your size and best fit, we recommend measuring your favourite jumper and using that size. \u003cem\u003eNot sure which size? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your measurements and we'll help you choose!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes: (A, B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I, J)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished sweater circumference:\u003c\/strong\u003e (91, 95, 103, 107, 110) (118, 122, 126, 130, 137) cm \/ (36, 37.5, 40.5, 42, 43) (46.5, 48, 49.5, 51, 54) inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength (neck to hem):\u003c\/strong\u003e (61, 62.5, 65, 67.5, 70) (71, 72.5, 74, 75, 76.5) cm \/ (24, 24.5, 25.5, 26.5, 27.5) (28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30) inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eTip: You can adjust the length before the armholes start — see sizing chart in images\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn Quantities (included in your kit):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need Gorgeous Alpacas DK (75% alpaca, 25% wool | 112m per 50g) yarn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Colour \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50g balls:\u003c\/strong\u003e (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) (8, 8, 9, 9, 9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetres:\u003c\/strong\u003e (560, 672, 672, 784, 784) (896, 896, 1008, 1008, 1008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYards:\u003c\/strong\u003e (612, 735, 735, 857, 857) (979, 979, 1102, 1102, 1102)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContrast Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50g balls:\u003c\/strong\u003e (2, 2, 2, 2, 2) (3, 3, 3, 3, 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetres:\u003c\/strong\u003e (224, 224, 224, 224, 224) (336, 336, 336, 336, 336)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYards:\u003c\/strong\u003e (245, 245, 245, 245, 245) (367, 367, 367, 367, 367)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge after blocking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 stitches and 27 rows = 10cm (4\") in dot stitch using 4.5mm needles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kit Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton alpaca project bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGorgeous DK yarn (75% alpaca\/25% wool, 112m per 50g) in the quantities shown above for your selected size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted pattern with instructions for both flat and in-the-round knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e For knitting in the round: 4mm circular needles x 60cm and 4.5mm circular needles × 80cm; OR for knitting flat: 4mm and 4.5mm straight needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou Will Also Need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch holders or spare yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch markers (if knitting in the round)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprover — Perfect for knitters comfortable with basic stitches who want to try dot stitch. 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