🧶 Canal Twist – The modern, textured cable-knit sleeveless sweater
A perfect model for learning (or perfecting) cable knitting without stress.
Canal Twist is an elegant sleeveless sweater , with just the right texture, constructed top-down and designed to be as pleasant to knit as it is to wear. Slip it on over a t-shirt, a dress, a shirt… and it's guaranteed to be a favorite.
🌟 Why choose the Canal Twist pattern?
▪️🧵 Ideal for exploring twists : clear explanations, dedicated diagrams and progressive approach.
▪️🧶 Top-down construction : from top to bottom, for easy length adjustment.
▪️🔁 Irresistible texture : twists + rice point + double ribs for a rich and modern look.
▪️✨ Seamless : the body is knitted in the round for a clean finish.
▪️👚 Versatile & timeless : can be worn with all your outfits, all year round.
📐 Boss technical information
▪️📏 Sizes included : XS to XXL
▪️🧷 Recommended level : accessible intermediate (perfect for a first real twisting adventure)
▪️💬 Available languages : French 🇫🇷 & English 🇬🇧
🧵 Sweater construction
The Canal Twist sweater is knitted from the top down , starting with the back. The shoulders are then raised and knitted separately before being joined to form the front.
The front and back meet at the armhole and the body continues in a circle , without a seam.
Techniques used
▪️ Knit / purl
▪️ Rice point
▪️ Ribs 1/1
▪️ Raglan construction
▪️ AID (right intercalated augmentation)
▪️ AIG (left intercalated augmentation)
▪️ Slanted twists (right & left)
▪️ 3MCD / 3MCG
▪️ 4ECD / 4ECG
▪️ 6ECG
▪️ Classic or tubular folding
🧶 What yarn should I use to knit Canal Twist?
▪️💛 Recommended yarn : Suri Alpaca – LangYarns
100 m / 25 g – knitted with double yarn for a cloudy, warm and light effect.
Recommended footage
| Size | Recommended yarn balls | Equivalent footage |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 12 balls of yarn | 600 m |
| S | 13 balls of yarn | 800 m |
| M | 14 balls of yarn | 900 m |
| L | 16 balls of yarn | 1100 m |
| XL | 18 balls of yarn | 1200 m |
| XXL | 20 balls of yarn | 1300 m |
💡 You can also use any similar yarn with the same gauge , or mix yarns for an even more personalized result.
🎯 Who is this model for?
Canal Twist is perfect if you are:
▪️ Envious of a first model with well-explained twists
▪️ Intermediate knitter looking for a textured and interesting project
▪️ Looking for a modern piece that can be layered all year round
▪️ Looking for an elegant and comfortable hand-knitted gift
❓ Quick FAQ – Twist Canal Knitting
What skill level is required to knit Canal Twist?
Motivated intermediate level: the twists are guided, explained and accompanied by diagrams.
Can I change the length?
Yes, the top-down construction allows for easy adjustment of the body length.
Are twists difficult?
They are detailed step by step, with the symbols explained in the pattern.
✨ In summary
🧶 Style : Textured sleeveless sweater with cables
📏 Sizes : XS to XXL
🧷 Level : Accessible Intermediate
🔁 Techniques : Twists, raglan, rice stitch, top-down
🧶 Needles : 4.5 mm and 3 mm
💬 Languages : French & English
📊 Includes : Size-by-size charts
💌 Ready to knit your new textured basic?
Canal Twist is a modern, enjoyable and rewarding project, perfect for progressing and having fun.
👇 Download the pattern and join the knitters who already love this design.
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