London Calling by Hannah Howard

London Calling

Knitting
November 2004
Aran (8 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 19 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch (St st)
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
US 13 - 9.0 mm
1694 - 2002 yards (1549 - 1831 m)
English

Pattern description from Stitch ‘N Bitch Nation: “I grew up in Virginia Beach, Virginia, a town better known for its conservative leanings than its music scene. You could find a 7-Eleven and a church on any corner, making it the only place I know where you can self-medicate with Jesus and a Slurpee at any time of day. nevertheless, my fondest memory is of moshing underage at the Boathouse. The musicians were gods to a suburban church girl turned punk rock acolyte, and salvation was a baptism in angry guitar riffs and cigarette smoke. This sweater is inspired by all things punk rock and by my friend Christopher, closet rock start and Anglophile. Note: This very fine, almost diaphanous sweater is very stretchy. That’s why the finished measurements are smaller than actual bust size, to achieve a nice fit.”

Sizes:

  • Women’s S/M (L/XL)
  • Finished chest: 33 (41)“
  • Finished length: 23 (24)“

Special Skill: Intarsia

Materials:

  • GGH Soft Kid (70% kid mohair, 25% nylon, 5% wool; 25g/154yds)
  • MC: 7 (8) skeins 26 Blue
  • CC1: 2 skeins #2 White
  • CC2: 2 (3) skeins #30 Bright Red
  • US 10.5 (6.5mm) straight needles
  • US 13 (9mm) straight needles
  • Optional: US I (5.5mm) crochet hook