Fair Isle Pullovers for Two by Patons & Baldwins

Fair Isle Pullovers for Two

Knitting
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
15 stitches = 2 inches
in fair isle pattern
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
978 - 1141 yards (894 - 1043 m)
32 - 38 in
English

Pullover in the original pattern is in two sizes, one for men and one for women. The instructions are given separately. The pattern is illustrated in colour on the front cover, and instructions begin on page 3.

The Men’s Size pattern is included on its own in the Stitchcraft Mens Book, where its name is Fair Isle in 3 Shades, with picture, chart and the beginning of instructions on page 7.

Measurements
Women’s size:
To fit 32-34 in bust
Length from top of shoulders 21½ in.
Men’s size:
To fit 36-38 in chest
Length from top of shoulders 23 in.

Materials
Patons Fair Isle Fingering
Main Shade: 3 X 1 oz. balls for Men’s Size,
2 X 1 oz. balls for Women’s Size.
1st Contrast (both sizes): 2 X 1oz. balls
2nd Contrast (both sizes): 2 X 1oz. balls.

The larger needle size given is Imperial/UK size No. 9, which is between 3.5 mm and 3.75 mm.