ABOUT THIS SWEATER KNITTING KIT
Make a splash with this knit sweater. With a high roll neckline and an intricate cable running down the front of the knit, this sweater’s sure to be on serious rotation this winter.
This sweater kit saves 27 plastic bottles from our oceans.
Size & Fit
6 sizes
Time to make
36 hours
Once you've completed this kit you'll master
Stocking stitch, 2x2 rib, moss, cable
Because our New Wave yarn contains recycled plastics, we recommend washing it in a GUPPYFRIEND bag. These help to reduce the amount of pesky microplastics entering the water stream and therefore our lovely oceans and are available to buy here.
KIT CONTENTS
9 - 13 balls of New Wave Yarn
1 x Splash Sweater pattern
1 x pair of knitting needles 6.5mm/US10.5 (optional)
1 x cable needle 6.5mm/US10.5 (optional)
1 x sewing needle
1 x Made-by-Me label
Yarn details
New Wave Yarn is made from a recycled plastic water bottle core which is cased in cotton to make a bouncy, breathable yarn.
140 metres/ 150 yards per 100-gram ball
Washing Instructions
Hand wash only in cold or lukewarm water - do not exceed 30 degrees / Use a delicates hand wash detergent / Give your knits a gentle squeeze and leave in the water for a few minutes / Once done, roll in a clean towel to remove excess water and then dry flat.
Note: Use a Guppy Bag to reduce fibre shedding and to protect your clothes.
Composition
53% cotton 47% polyester recycled
Suggested Knitting Needle Size
straight knitting needles: 6.5mm (US10.5)
Suggested Knitting Needle Size
cable needles-6.5mm
Tension swatch
14 stitches / 26 rows/10/4" on moss stitch
Tension swatch
22 stitches / 22 rows/10/4" on 2x2 rib stitch