#test knitting

[rannadylin]

So...who wants to knit some gloves? :-D

I started working on writing up a more user-friendly pattern for the Gloves of the Reunited Kingdom (and look how pretty it is!...desktop publishing my beloved; it's possible the real reason I wanted to publish the pattern was just to play around with designing the pages now that I'm done designing the gloves XD)

Then I thought I'd better try to figure out the math for sizing it up, so I went looking through other glove patterns in my library, only to find...most of them just have one size anyway? And most of them are women's S/M, 7-7.5" hand circumference, right about the same size as these gloves. So. Well. I guess I might not need to do that math after all? You could, I suppose, still knit them in a larger size by using a heavier yarn (sport-weight or DK instead of fingering) and larger needles; and I, with my rather short fingers, did add instructions to the pattern for how to use your own hand measurements to knit the fingers to fit you, however long your fingers may be, so that would work with the scaling-up-yarn-and-needles process too. :-D

That said, if anyone wants to test knit some double knit gloves, email me at rannaknits@gmail.com and I'll send you the pattern draft as soon as it's ready. If you're on Ravelry, I have a project tester code you can use when adding your project there.

Pattern details behind the cut:

The pattern includes written instructions for the cuff, fingers, and general procedure for the hand, but the double knitting colorwork on the hand is included only as a chart.

Size Women’s S/M: 7-7.5" around the hand, height 9.25" from cuff to tallest fingertip

The pattern is written for a 7-7.5" hand circumference, to fit a women's size small/medium. Larger gloves may be knit by working in a heavier yarn, e.g. sport or DK weight, on larger needles. While the hand size is determined by the double knitting chart, written instructions for the fingers include how to adjust the length for a custom fit.

Gauge The gauge is measured over the double knitted fabric on the palm/hand.

Materials Yarn: Knit Picks Gloss Fingering (70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk): 1 skein (220 yd/50 g for dyed yarns, 440 yd/100 g for Bare) each of Harvest (MC), Bare (CC1), and Cranberry (CC2); or other fingering weight yarn: about 35g/155yd of MC; 35g/155yd of CC1; and 15g/66yd of CC2. Any sturdy fingering-weight sock yarn should produce durable gloves; those with some nylon fiber will add to the durability. Consider also the comfort of the fiber content next to your skin; e.g. use a non-wool yarn if you are allergic or find it itchy.

Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, measuring tape, cable needle or spare DPN for rearranging stitches, waste yarn for a stitch holder

Difficulty level

Advanced. Skills required: Knitting in the round (DPNs, magic loop, etc.) for small circumferences; corrugated ribbing; Latvian braid; double knitting including increases and decreases

[sarahdawnsdesigns]

Test-Knit Alert! The testing call for the Mosaic Hat goes up September 16th!

Want a sneak peek at the draft pattern and early access to the test-knit? Become a Patron!

Pattern Muses get early access to pattern testing, looks at rough notes, access to pattern drafts, and even a say in upcoming patterns!

[brownbuttercookies]

i also started my first test knit!

i made friends with someone who designs and writes and sells some patterns (and she also knits and sells her hats of her own designs, she’s amazing) and she has a really popular pattern right now that she’s trying to expand sizes for. and i knit at a smaller size usually and i have a ton of yarn on hand and i usually have to rewrite patterns to match my gauge because i knit super tightly and love sweaters so i am really good with pattern math (for garments) and i am just so pumped to do this. so yeah. lace progress and test knitting and i’m rolling after finishing my socks that i left from last year. i don’t think i even posted those, they were such an obligation to finish ugh. i only wanna show you guys stuff i’m pumped about.

oh YEAH and i live rural but not the way americans are so county fairs and shit are rare here. anyway i heard there will be one near me in the fall that accepts entries and i think i’m gonna submit the rainbow scarf. i’m really proud of it and it did the rounds here on tumblr and i think it would be fun to enter it lol.

[buttercupyarnart]

If you ever do pattern tests, for the love of every maker who comes after you, PLEASE speak up if you find problems!

This message brought to you by the secret test I'm in where a potential issue was brought up by someone making a smaller size that turned out to be fine, but which has turned out to be a genuine problem in my size (and likely any size larger than mine as well) that the designer is now trying to figure out how to fix.

[mouseknitter]

As I'm adding more patterns to this server I'm looking for more testers if anyone is interested. Testers have access to all the patterns even if they don't test knit for them.

[awayforanera]

I have finally finished and blocked a test knit for @livingfossilknits !

The Tam That Waits For All And Will Not Be Ignored

A Magnus Archives themed tam that was knitted with Jamieson and Smith 2-ply yarn in black and white. It was a delight to knit up and I’m so happy that living fossil has let me test it out!

[countthelions]

Progress on take 2 of the lindal cardigan

[typheus]

Mint chocolate chip cardigan 🤗

[mia-ami]

I'm knitting a scarf for the grandma of my bf and ahhhh the pattern started to look like little hearts 🥹

I hope she will like it

[sarahdawnsdesigns]

So, I'm still looking for testers for the Mosaic Knit Hat! You can find all the details at the blog (link above), or, on Yarnpond!

Also, if you're a Pattern Muse over on Patreon, you are guaranteed a spot in the test-knitting, and, you can download the draft pattern here!

[lphaneuf]

A new test knit started this week. My first ever project with bobbles. It's actually quite fun!

[buttercupyarnart]

I knit this up earlier this year, and the pattern is now available! Please enjoy the Meant to Vee sweater from Vanessa Smith Designs! It's a beautiful design and was fun to knit up!

[canonise]

another pair for my collection of handknitted socks 🧦 💜

[feraltwinkseb]

Does anyone want to test my knitting chart for a Sebastian Vettel ''save the bees'' inspired mittens?

🐝SNEEK PEEK🐝

It's literally just a chart with no instructions so you'll need to know these basic things:

able to read knitting charts

colourwork (stranded)

basic Norwegian mitten construction

seaming

All I am asking in return is to fill a form letting me know what size needles/yarn works best!

If you’re interested just send me a message!

(I don’t know how many people will respond so I don’t know how many people I’ll pick yet, send me your Ravelry profile if you have one too if you’d like)

[rimeswithpurple]

Inktober Day 25 - Dangerous

[new-ace-on-the-block]

A really important part of pattern writing is testing, which has been going on today. I have made a few adjustments to the length calculations based on this test run

Tiny Dinosaur on scales for scale

I really love how these colours go together in a scattered gradient, there are five different colours but aside from the fairly clear bronze zone they blend quite subtly!

Do you love to colour of the gloves?