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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here
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The yarn cost is calculated from the pattern’s smallest size and the yarn’s cheapest product type. Looking for an even better price? You might find it on the DROPS Deals!
Each of our patterns has specific tutorial videos to help you.
These step-by-step tutorials might also help you:
Why is the knitting/crochet tension so important?
Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size is only meant as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.
The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch
How do I know how many balls of yarn I need?
The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.
Can I use a different yarn than what the pattern suggests?
The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.
Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.
See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?
What are the yarn groups?
All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.
How do I use the yarn calculator?
At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn calculator, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the calculator will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).
If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be calculated separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.
Why do you show discontinued yarns in the patterns?
Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn calculator, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.
It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.
The yarn calculator will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.
What size should I knit?
If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.
You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart
Why do I get the wrong knitting tension with the suggested needle size?
The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.
Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.
See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge
See DROPS video: How to make a tension/gauge swatch
Why is the pattern worked top-down?
Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.
The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.
How do I work according to a knitting diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.
When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.
When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
How do I work according to a crochet diagram?
The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.
When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.
When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.
When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.
The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
How do I work several diagrams simultaneously on the same row/round?
Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.
The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.
See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams
See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams
Why are the sleeves shorter in larger sizes?
The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.
Where on the garment is the length measured?
The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder closest to the neckline, and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.
On a jacket measures are never taken along bands, unless specifically stated. Always measure inside band stitches when measuring the length.
See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing
What is a repeat?
Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.
Why does the piece start with more chain stitches than it’s worked with?
Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.
Why increase before the rib edge when the piece is worked top-down?
The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.
Why increase in the cast-off edge?
It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.
See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)
How do I increase/decrease on every 3rd and 4th row/round alternately?
To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.
See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately
How can I work a jacket in the round instead of back and forth?
Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.
See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open
Can I work a jumper back and forth instead of in the round?
Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.
See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?
Why is the pattern slightly different than what I see in the photo?
Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.
Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!
How do I make a women’s size garment into a men’s size one?
If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.
Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.
How do I prevent a hairy garment from shedding?
All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.
Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding
Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:
1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.
2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.
3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.
4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.
Why does my garment pill?
Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.
You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.
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Felted DROPS slippers with crochet flower in “Snow”. Size 23 - 37.
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GARTER ST (back and forth on needle): K all rows. INCREASE TIP: Inc 1 st from RS by making 1 YO. On next row P YO twisted, i.e. work in back loop of st instead of front, to avoid holes. ---------------------------------------------------------- SLIPPER: Work back and forth on the needle from the toe towards the heel. The slipper is sewn tog mid on top of foot when finished. Cast on 8-10-11-13-14 sts on needle size 6 mm with medium purple (let the thread end be approx. 50 cm for sewing the slipper tog when finished). Insert a marker in the 3rd-4th-4th-4th-5th st and a marker in the 6th-7th-8th-10th-10th st. Work in stocking st - AT THE SAME TIME on 1st row (= RS), inc 1 st on each side of the 2 markers – see INCREASE TIP! Repeat inc on every row from RS a total of 6 times = 32-34-35-37-38 sts. REMEMBER THE KNITTING TENSION! Continue to work in stocking st until piece measures 12-13-14-15-16 cm. Continue as follows: 6-7-7-8-8 sts in garter st, 20-20-21-21-22 sts in stocking st, 6-7-7-8-8 sts in garter st. When piece measures 28-31-33-36-40 cm, cast off all sts. ASSEMBLY: Sew the thread at the toe through sts at cast on edge and tighten tog. Then sew the seam mid on top of foot in front loop of outermost sts, sew until the beg of the sts in garter st. Then sew tog mid back, edge to edge to avoid a chunky seam. FELTING: Place the slippers in the washing machine with a detergent without enzymes and optical bleach. Wash at 40 degrees with normal spin but no pre-wash. Put on the slippers and shape it to the correct size while it is still wet. At subsequent wash, wash the slippers at regular wool programme. CROCHET FLOWER: If desired, crochet a flower that is sewn on top of each slipper after felting. Work on hook size 6 mm with orchid as follows: Work 4 ch and form a ring with 1 sl st in first ch. ROUND 1: * 1 dc in ch-ring, 3 ch *, repeat from *-* a total of 3 times and finish with 1 sl st in first dc from beg of round = 3 ch-loops. ROUND 2: Crochet as follows in every ch-loop: 1 sl st, 5 tr and 1 sl st = 3 leaves. Turn piece - work next round on the back of the flower. ROUND 3: 1 ch, work 1 dc in first dc from 1st round, 4 ch, 1 dc at the bottom in the middle of first leaf from 2nd round, 4 ch, 1 dc in next dc from 1st round, 4 ch, 1 dc at the bottom in the middle of next leaf from 2nd round, 4 ch, 1 dc in next dc from 1st round, 4 ch, 1 dc at the bottom in the middle of the last leaf from 2nd round, finish with 4 ch and 1 sl st in the first dc at beg of round = 6 ch-loops. Turn piece - work next round on the front of the flower. ROUND 4: Crochet as follows in every ch-loop: 1 sl st, 6 tr and 1 sl st = 6 leaves, cut the thread. AFTER FELTING: If the piece is not felted enough and is too big: Wash the piece one more time in the washing machine while it is still wet add a terry towel that measures approx. 50 x 70 cm - NOTE: Do not use a short program. If the piece has been felted too much and is too small: While the piece is still wet stretch it to the correct measurements, if the piece is dry, make sure to soak it first. Remember: All subsequent washes are as a normal wool garment. |
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Comments / Questions (9)
Nina wrote:
I början beskrivs rätstickning (alla v räta), men i mönster står det slätst. Hur ska dessa stickas? Slätst brukar väl innebära vartannat v rätt, vartannat v avigt?
20.12.2023 - 21:19DROPS Design answered:
Hej Nina. Ja det stämmer. När det står att du ska sticka slätstickning stickar du räta på rätsidan och aviga på avigsidan. Mvh DROPS Design
21.12.2023 - 12:18Ina Galle wrote:
"Naai dan de hiel middenachter samen met de zijkanten tegen elkaar om een dikke naad te voorkomen." Hoe moet dit gebeuren? Ik begrijp deze instructie niet. Alvast bedankt voor jullie antwoord!
06.02.2022 - 21:11DROPS Design answered:
Dag Ina,
Wat er bedoeld wordt is dat je de naden niet op elkaar plaatst maar tegen elkaar en dan dicht naait.
11.02.2022 - 16:05Murielle AC wrote:
Bonjour, j'ai suivi les indications à la lettre ( échantillon, laine, aiguilles, augmentations) pour une taille 29/31 et j'ai obtenu des chaussons de 22 cm (soit une taille 37) je les ai repassé 2 fois à la machine mais ils sont beaucoup trop grands ! Je suis étonnée car j'avais fait d'autres modèles sans avoir rencontré ce problème, il n'y aurait pas une erreur sur les nombres de mailles ?
07.03.2021 - 10:47DROPS Design answered:
Bonjour Murielle, vérifiez bien les réglages de votre machine, DROPS Snow feutre très facilement en machine, mais si vous avez un réglage de type "whirlpool", il est possible que vous n'y arriverez pas. Retrouvez toutes les indication sur le feutrage ici et n'hésitez pas à contacter votre magasin pour toute assistance complémentaire, plus simple pour eux, même par mail ou téléphone de vous assister. Bon feutrage!
08.03.2021 - 08:48Athena Williams wrote:
Where are the markers placed in subsequent increase rows, first row is in 3rd and 6th stitch for the size I am doing, Thank you Athena
17.11.2015 - 19:46DROPS Design answered:
Dear Mrs Williams, the markers should be placed in the 3rd and 6th st and should be kept in these sts. Inc are then done on each side of these sts. Happy knitting!
18.11.2015 - 09:01Anne-Marie wrote:
Bonjour Avant tout merci pour ce site, magnifique !... Je ne comprends pas les explications pour ce modèle de chaussons que je voulais tricoter pour ma fille de 5 ans Comment arrive t-on a 34 maille en ne faisant que 6 fois une augmentation d'une maille de chaque côté des marqueurs, ça donne 22 mailles et non 34 ?... Du coup pour obtenir 34 mailles ça rallonge le modèle... De même pour avoi un chausson avant frettage de 31cm ... Du coup je fais une paire de chaussons pour moi .. Merci.
30.03.2014 - 17:20DROPS Design answered:
Bonjour Anne-Marie, en taille 26/28, on monte 10 m, puis on augmente 4 m (de chaque côté des 2 marqueurs) 6 fois tous les 4 rangs (soit 24 augmentations), soit 10+24=34m. Bon tricot!
31.03.2014 - 10:17Sabine wrote:
Hallo, ich würde die Schuhe gerne ohne Blume stricken, wieviel Garn weniger benötige ich dann? Danke
19.03.2014 - 09:32DROPS Design answered:
Liebe Sabine, die Mengenangabe für die Blume finden Sie bei der Mengenangabe für den Hausschuh - 50 g. Die Blume wird in einer anderen Farbe (Farbe Nr. 04) gestrickt als der Hausschuh, kaufen Sie also einfach nur die Wollemenge, die in Farbe Nr. 54 angegeben ist.
19.03.2014 - 11:04Fateme wrote:
Hi i need diagram for making this pattern i can not understand the way you explain thank you best regards
30.12.2013 - 09:07DROPS Design wrote:
Det er en barenoppskirft. Dame/herremodelle finner du under 135-38.
19.12.2011 - 08:44Anita W. Thon wrote:
Det skulle i hvertfall være størrelse 39 med, som vel er en av de mest brukte hos voksne.
19.12.2011 - 00:06