{"product_id":"patron-pull-carreaux-queens-gambit","title":"Queen's Gambit Sleeveless Sweater - Knitting Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen’s Gambit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a knitting pattern for a graphic, colorful sweater with large checks. Using the intarsia technique, play with four colors to create a unique pattern and customize your sweater to your liking. An ideal project to explore color combinations and use up the yarn sleeping in your stash!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PDF pattern is available in French and English (FR \u0026amp; EN).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e large-check sweater\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e digital PDF knitting pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French and English\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL and 6XL \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cspan data-canva-clipboard=\"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\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e84 - 94 - 104 - 114 - 124 - 134 - 144 - 154 - 164 - 174 cm circ. \/ 9cm of positive ease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e worked from the bottom up, with circular needles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e large checks created in intarsia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGauge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 stitches × 21 rows for 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch with 6 mm needles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended skill level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e beginner to intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo knit your Queen’s Gambit sweater, you will need:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 mm circular needles with an 80 cm cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm circular needles with 80 cm and 40 cm cables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo stitch markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tape measure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall scissors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tapestry needle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBobbins to organize the different colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechniques used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Queen’s Gambit pattern uses several knitting techniques:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStockinette stitch and 1\/1 ribbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntarsia to create the large-check pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecreases: SSK (slip, slip, knit) and knit two together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTubular bind-off and classic bind-off\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-needle bind-off for the shoulders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePicking up stitches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvisible seaming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can find some tutorials to help you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@knitsisknittingpattern\" title=\"YouTube channel with knitting tutorials\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis design is particularly interesting for practicing intarsia and learning to manage multiple colors within a single project. To make color changes easier and avoid long floats on the wrong side, we recommend preparing several small balls for each color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich yarn should you choose for Queen’s Gambit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe model shown is knitted with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby Alpaca Blend Copenhagen Fibers by Hobbii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a yarn composed of 50% alpaca, 35% cotton, and 15% merino wool, with a yardage of 110 m per 50 g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen’s Gambit is also an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eideal project for using up your yarn stash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e! Its large-check pattern allows you to play with colors and make the most of leftover balls from previous projects. It’s the perfect opportunity to mix shades, create original combinations, and breathe new life into the yarn you already have.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour colors are planned for the pattern. You can use the colors of the model or imagine your own palette, from neutral tones to vibrant colors, or even softer combinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen choosing your yarns, make sure to prioritize yarns that are compatible in terms of thickness, texture, and drape. Knit a gauge swatch with the 6 mm needles to verify that you achieve 15 stitches and 21 rows for 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe quantities required depend on the chosen size and the distribution of the colors. Check the yardage or ball count table indicated in the pattern before starting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction of the sweater and finishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Queen’s Gambit sweater is worked from the bottom up. The hem is first worked in the round, then the body is worked flat to facilitate managing the color changes in intarsia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the armholes, the work is divided to form the back and the front. The shoulders are joined using a three-needle bind-off, while the collar and armholes are worked in the round by picking up stitches directly from the knitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe instructions are designed for circular construction of the hem, followed by flat work for the body. Working the entire piece flat is also possible by separating the back and front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA checkered sweater to customize as you wish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its large color blocks, Queen’s Gambit revisits the checkered sweater in a modern and creative version. Choose four colors that match your wardrobe, create a bold contrast, or compose a harmonious palette from your yarn stash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach combination gives the design a different personality. You get a handmade, original, and timeless knitted sweater to wear throughout the cooler seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the Queen’s Gambit knitting pattern contain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe digital PDF pattern contains the instructions necessary to make the sweater, size information, material and yarn details, as well as explanations of the techniques used to construct and assemble the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is available in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench and English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing you to follow the instructions in the language of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a digital knitting pattern: the finished sweater and yarn are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart your next knitting project\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre you looking for a sweater knitting pattern that combines graphic patterns, color play, and creativity? Queen’s Gambit invites you to experiment with intarsia and transform your yarn balls into a large-check sweater that reflects your style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your four colors, prepare your circular needles, and bring your next knitting project to life with Queen’s Gambit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knit-sis.com\/collections\/patrons-de-tricots\" title=\"Knit sis knitting patterns\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to discover our other patterns? 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