Issue 12 – Art Nouveau | Official Pattern Preview

Hi lovelies! I am thrilled to dive into the gorgeous, intricate world of Art Nouveau with you in our Fall & Winter 2024 issue: Issue 12. Issue 12 holds 12 stunning, artful, wearable knitwear designs inspired by this unique time period as well as 3 essays and one poem that explore different facets of Art Nouveau.

As of July 1, you can preorder Issue 12 through us or one of our fabulous stockists – or you subscribe to the magazine which gives you 15% off Issues 12 and 13! If you do like our Spring 2024 Issue – #11, Seashore – we also still have a few subscription slots for Issues 11 and 12.

Alma Cardigan | Sabine Gschwind in Holst Garn Supersoft & Titicaca

Alma, the open-front drop-shoulder cardigan designed by Sabine Gschwind, is both cozy and elegant at the same time. Its generous length is offset by the narrow profile, and the intricate lace detail adorning the fronts echoes the organic details of Art Nouveau architecture.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
Finished bust circumference (twice the back width): 95 (101.75, 108.25, 115, 121.75) [128.25, 135, 141.75, 148.25, 155] cm / 37.5 (40, 42.5, 45.25, 48) [50.5, 53.25, 55.75, 58.25, 61]” – recommended to be worn with 5-10 cm / 2-4” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
Holst Garn Supersoft (100% Wool; 287 metres / 314 yards per 50 g)
Holst Garn Titicaca (100% Alpaca; 400 metres / 437 yards per 50 g)

Yarns are held together throughout the pattern.

Sample shown is knit in colourways Coral (Supersoft) and Rose Bay (Titicaca). Laura wears a size 3 with 24.25 / 9.5” of positive ease.

1580 (1800, 1915, 2060, 2175) [2260, 2320, 2450, 2535, 2630] metres / 1730 (1970, 2095, 2255, 2380) [2470, 2535, 2680, 2770, 2875] yards of each yarn

NEEDLES
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle with a cable length of at least 60 cm / 24” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 60 cm / 24” (or needle one size smaller than main needle)

GAUGE
24 sts x 33 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (worked flat, in stockinette stitch and lace stitch, on larger needle, after blocking)

Artis Hat | Elena Dimchevska in Anna & Juan Merino Worsted

Elena Dimchevska's Artis Hat is opulence personified: The folded brim echoes the flower shapes of Art Nouveau, while the body of the hat is worked in a complex cable pattern with wrapped stitches.

SIZES
1 (2, 3)
Finished hat circumference: 47.25 (51, 54.5) cm / 18.5 (20, 21.5)” - recommended to be worn with 4-10 cm / 1.75-3.75” of negative ease.

YARN
Anna & Juan Merino Worsted (100% Merino; 200 metres / 220 yards per 100 g)

230 (280, 310) metres / 250 (305, 340) yards

Sample shown is knit in colourway Squirrel. Laura wears a size 2 with 5 cm / 2" of negative ease.

NEEDLES
4.5 mm / US 7 circular needle with a cable length of at least 40 cm / 16” or DPNs (or needle size to obtain gauge)

To work this pattern using the magic loop technique, use a circular needle with a cable length of at least at least 80 cm / 32” instead of DPNs.

GAUGE
21 sts x 28 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in Chart A, after blocking)
22 sts x 28 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in 1x1 rib, after blocking)

Blatna Sweater | Helen Metcalfe in by Laxtons Wooltrace DK

Blatna, our cover design by Helen Metcalfe, is a dream of a cabled pullover! Set on a reverse stockinette background, the delightful hem cables transition into lines of cables on the body before branching out into the diamond gorgeousness of the yoke.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
Finished bust circumference: 90.5 (96, 106.5, 112, 122.5) [128, 138.5, 144, 154.5, 160] cm / 35.75 (37.75, 42, 44, 48.25) [50.5, 54.5, 56.75, 60.75, 63]” – recommended to be worn with 10 cm / 4” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
By Laxtons, Wooltrace DK (100% British Wool; 220 metres / 241 yards per 100 g)

1095 (1150, 1205, 1250, 1380) [1450, 1545, 1630, 1720, 1830] metres / 1200 (1260, 1320, 1365, 1510) [1585, 1690, 1785, 1880, 2000] yards

Sample shown is knit in colourway Frosted Sage. Laura wears a size 3 with 22.5 cm / 9" of positive ease.

NEEDLES
3.75 mm / US 5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.75 mm / US 5 DPNs (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle with a cable length of 40 cm / 16”, or DPNs (or needle one size smaller than main needle to obtain gauge)

This pattern uses the magic loop technique. To use double-pointed needles, divide sts between 4 needles and rearrange accordingly.

GAUGE
19 sts x 27 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round and worked flat, in stockinette stitch, on larger needle, after blocking)
29 sts x 27 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in Chart A, on larger needle, after blocking)
25 sts x 29 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in 1x1 rib, on smaller needle, after blocking)

Clockwork Peacock Socks | Natalie Sheldon in Topsy Farms Rustic Fingering

Natalie Sheldon is the queen of colorwork sock designs, if you ask me, and her Clockwork Peacock Socks are no exception to that! Inspired by stained glass windows, they feature a glorious peacock on the front of the leg and foot, framed by the characteristic flower and organic shapes of Art Nouveau. The back of the leg and bottom of the foot both feature a different colorwork motif.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
Finished foot circumference: 20 (21.25, 22.5, 23.25, 25) cm / 7.75 (8.25, 8.75, 9.25, 9.75)” – recommended to be worn with 1.25 cm / 0.5” of negative ease.

YARN
Topsy Farms, Rustic Fingering (100% Canadian Wool, 366 metres / 400 yards per 110 g)

MC: 195 (215, 235, 250, 275) metres / 178 (197, 215, 229, 251) yards
CC: 165 (180, 200, 215, 240) metres / 151 (165, 183, 197, 219) yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways Green Heather (MC) and Green Tweed (CC). Laura wears a size 2 with no ease.

NEEDLES
This pattern varies needle size in order to achieve the different finished sizes (see Gauge).

• use one of the following needle sizes: 2.5 (2.75, 3, 3.25, 3.5) mm / US 1.5 (US 2, US 2.5, US 3, US 4) circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge) for colourwork.
• all sizes will also need one 2.5 mm / US 1.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge) for heels, toes, and cuffs

This pattern uses the magic loop technique, which requires using a circular needle with a cable length of at least at least 80 cm / 32” instead of double-pointed needles. For magic loop, the front of the leg and top of the foot are worked across the first needle (N1); the back of the leg, heel, and sole of the foot are worked across the second needle (N2).

GAUGE
This pattern is sized by adjusting the gauge according to the size you wish to make. Take time to swatch carefully in the colourwork pattern to ensure a good fit, using the needle size you need to achieve the desired gauge.

In the round, in stranded colourwork, on larger needle, after blocking:
Size 1: 35 sts x 41 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”
Size 2: 33 sts x 39 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”
Size 3: 31 sts x 37 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”
Size 4: 30 sts x 35 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”
Size 5: 28 sts x 33 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”

In the round, in ribbing, on 2.5 mm / US 1.5 needle, after blocking (for cuff):
All Sizes: 32 sts x 46 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”

In the round, in stockinette, on 2.5 mm / US 1.5 needle, after blocking (for heels and toes):
All Sizes: 34 sts x 47 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4”

Cyclamen Socks | Makenzie Alvarez in Studio Solas Natural Sock

Makenzie Alvarez' Cyclamen Socks are a beautiful interpretation of Art Nouveau on a small scale! The lace panel set on the side of the leg and foot swirls around, creating a sense of movement and vibrancy.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
Finished foot circumference: 17.75 (19, 20.25, 21.5, 22.75) cm / 7 (7.5, 8, 8.5, 9)” – recommended to be worn with 2.5 cm / 1” of negative ease.

YARN
Studio Solas, Natural Sock (70% Wool, 30% Tencel; 400 metres / 435 yards per 100 g)

290 (330, 370, 405, 440) metres / 315 (360, 405, 440, 480) yards

More or less yarn may be needed if changing the leg and/ or foot length. Foot length in sample shown is 24 cm / 9.5”. Sample shown is knit in colourway Dusty Pink. Laura wears a size 3 with 1.25 cm / 0.5" of negative ease.

NEEDLES
2 mm / US 0 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)

This pattern uses the magic loop technique, which requires using a circular needle with a cable length of at least at least 80 cm / 32” instead of double-pointed needles. For magic loop, the front of the leg and top of the foot are worked across the first needle (N1); the back of the leg, heel, and sole of the foot are worked across the second needle (N2).

GAUGE
32 sts x 48 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stockinette stitch, after blocking)
16 sts x 16 rounds = 4.5 cm x 3.75 cm / 1.75” x 1.5” in each lace repeat

Guimard Beret | Carly Bauer in Hillesvåg Solje

The Guimard Beret by Carly Bauer is a beautiful nod to the elegance of the Art Nouveau era. Worked from the top down, this low-contrast version echoes the stained glass dome of the Galeries Lafayettes in Paris.

SIZES
1 (2, 3)
Finished brim circumference: 49 (55, 61.5) cm / 19.5 (21.75, 24.25)” Recommended to be worn with 2.5 - 5 cm / 1 - 2” of negative ease at the brim.

YARN
Hillesvåg Solje (Norwegian Pelt Wool; 350 metres / 383 yards per 100 g)

MC 170 (180, 195) metres / 185 (200, 210) yards
CC1 60 (65, 65) metres / 65 (70, 70) yards
CC2 20 (20, 25) metres / 20 (25, 25) yards
CC3 20 (20, 25) metres / 20 (25, 25) yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways 2141 (MC), 2119 (CC1), 2142 (CC2), and 2118 (CC3). Laura wears a size 2 with 1 cm / 0.5" of negative ease.

NEEDLES
3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle with a cable length of at least 40 cm / 16” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
2.75 mm / US 2 circular needle with a cable length of at least 40 cm / 16” (or one needle size smaller than main needle)

This pattern uses the magic loop technique to begin and transitions to working in the round once the circumference grows. To work this pattern using DPNs, use the needle size stated (or needle size to obtain gauge) in your preferred quantity of DPNs.

GAUGE
28 sts x 34 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in colorwork pattern, on larger needle, after blocking)
26 sts x 36 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stockinette or double knit on smaller needle, after blocking)

Hedgebind Sweater | Marina Skua in Telling Yarns Steadfast

Marina Skua's Hedgebind Sweater is a show-stopping colorwork design. The drop-shoulder sweater's center panel is inspired by Art Nouveau book covers and flanked by a fun-to-knit and easy-to-memorize small scale colorwork pattern. Worked with steeks for the neckline and armholes, this is colorwork in the round at its best.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
Finished bust circumference: 84.25 (91.75, 101.75,
109.25, 116.75) [124.25, 131.75, 141.75, 149.25, 156.75] cm / 33.25 (36, 40, 43, 46) [49, 51.75, 55.75, 58.75, 61.75]” – recommended to be worn with 5.5-7.5 cm / 2.25-3” of positive ease at the widest point of chest.

YARN
Telling Yarns, Steadfast (100% British Wool: 50% Bluefaced Leicester, 30% Romney, 15% Masham, 5% Zwartbles; 232 metres / 254 yards per 100 g)

MC: 835 (895, 970, 1050, 1110) [1170, 1235, 1300, 1345, 1415] metres / 915 (980, 1060, 1150, 1215) [1280, 1350, 1420, 1470, 1545] yards
CC: 405 (435, 470, 510, 540) [565, 600, 630, 655, 690] metres / 445 (475, 515, 560, 590) [620, 655, 690, 715, 755] yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways Mrs Coulter (MC) and Meg (CC). Laura wears a size 3 with 17.75 cm / 7" of positive ease.

NEEDLES
3.75 mm / US 5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle 2-3 sizes smaller than main needle)

You will also need the needle sizes above in your preferred format for small-circumference knitting.

GAUGE
24 sts x 24 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stranded colourwork pattern, on larger needle, after blocking)

Ironwork Cowl | Anni Howard in John Arbon Textiles Yarnadelic Worsted

The stylised natural forms featured in ironwork patterns that are typical of the Art Nouveau era were the inspiration behind Anni Howard's Ironwork Cowl. While you can wear it as a traditional cowl around the neck, we think it looks absolutely stunning as a cape / shoulder warmer like shown here!

SIZES
1 (2, 3)
To choose which size to knit, measure around your shoulders below your collarbone.

YARN
John Arbon Textiles Yarnadelic Worsted (100% Falklands Corriedale; 216 metres / 236 yards per 100 g)

MC: 245 (285, 325) metres / 270 (315, 355) yards

CC: 145 (165, 190) metres / 160 (180, 210) yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways Pink Moon (MC) and Ordinary Joe (CC). Laura wears a size 2.

NEEDLES
4.5 mm / US 7 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 (80, 100) cm / 32 (32, 40)” (or needle size to obtain gauge)

GAUGE
22 sts x 24 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in colorwork chart, after blocking)
22 sts x 30 rows/rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (worked flat and in the round, in 2x2 rib, after blocking)

Momentum Sweater | Jule Kebelmann in BC Garn Semilla Silkbloom

Jule Kebelmann's Momentum Sweater is the perfect combination of art and wearability, if you ask me! It combines a delightfully light silk fabric in stockinette with crisp colorwork lines and striped ruffles for a sweater that works during the day and the night alike.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
Finished bust circumference: 86 (93.5, 103, 112, 119.5 [128.5, 136, 146, 153.5, 163] cm / 34 (36.75, 40.5, 44, 47 [50.5, 53.5, 57.5, 60.5, 64]” - recommended to be worn with 7.5-13 cm / 3-5” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
BC Garn Semilla Silkbloom (75% GOTS certified wool, 25% Eri silk; 200 metres / 220 yards per 50 g)

MC: 540 (620, 705,805, 900) [1000, 1100, 1225, 1350, 1480] metres / 590 (680, 770, 880, 985) [1095, 1205, 1340, 1475, 1620] yards
CC1: 160 (170, 190, 215, 235) [265, 310, 340, 370, 405] metres / 175 (185, 210, 235, 255) [290, 340, 370, 405, 445] yards
CC2 & CC4: 85 (85, 90, 95, 100) [100, 130, 130, 135, 145] metres / 95 (95, 100, 105, 110) [110, 140, 140, 150, 160] yards each
CC3: 145 (155, 170, 195, 210) [240, 280, 305, 335, 365] metres / 160 (170, 185, 215, 230) [265, 305, 335, 365] yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways 023 Mint (MC), 010 Curry (CC1), 026 Indigo (CC2), 008 Heather (CC3) and 019 Dark Brown (CC4). Laura wears a size 3 with 19 cm / 7.5" of positive ease.

NEEDLES
2.5 mm / US 1.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 40 cm / 16” or DPNs (or needle size to obtain gauge).
3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 120 cm / 50”

To work this pattern using the magic loop technique, use a
circular needle with a cable length of at least at least 80 cm / 32” instead of double-pointed needles.

GAUGE
24 sts x 39 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (worked flat, in stockinette stitch, on larger needle, after blocking)
24 sts x 36 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stockinette stitch, on larger needle, after blocking)
32 sts x 46 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in 1x1 ribbing, on smaller needle, after blocking)

Tiffany Lamp Sweater | Laura Barker in De Rerum Natura Ulysse

Laura Barker's Tiffany Lamp Sweater takes the signature stained glass lamp shades of the Art Nouveau era and translates them to a gorgeous colorwork yoke design. Perfect for playing with your favorite colors!

SIZES
Finished bust circumference: 83.75 (91, 98.25, 107.25, 115.75) [124.25, 133.25, 140.5, 149.5, 157.75] cm / 33 (35.75, 38.75, 42.25, 45.5) [49, 52.5, 55.25, 59, 62]” - recommended to be worn with 4.25-7.75 cm / 1.75-3” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
De Rerum Natura Ulysse (100% Merino d’Arles; 185 metres / 202 yards per 50 g)

MC: 930 (1035, 1105, 1205, 1285) [1400, 1485, 1590, 1660, 1725] metres /1015 (1130, 1205, 1315, 1405) [1530, 1620, 1740, 1810, 1885] yards
CC1: 70 (80, 85, 90, 90) [105, 105, 120, 120, 120] metres / 80 (85, 95, 100, 100) [115, 115, 130, 130, 130] yards
CC2: 35 (40, 45, 50, 50) [55, 55, 60, 60, 60] metres / 40 (45, 50, 50, 50) [60, 60, 65, 65, 65] yards

Sample shown is knit in colourways Nuit (MC), Genet (CC1) and Erable (CC2). Laura wears a size 3 with 14.25 cm / 5.5" of positive ease.

NEEDLES
4.0 mm / US 5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.25 mm / US 3 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
2.75 mm / US 2 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle one size smaller than middle needle)

You will also need the needle sizes above in your preferred format for small-circumference knitting.

GAUGE
25 sts x 38 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in stockinette stitch, on middle needle, after blocking)
24 sts x 24 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in colourwork pattern, on largest needle, after blocking)
23 sts x 44 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in 1x1 rib at neck on smallest needle, after blocking)
28 sts x 44 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in 1x1 rib at hem/cuff, on smallest needle, after blocking)

Waltz Fingerless Mittens | Christie Wareham-Norfolk in White Gum Wool 4ply Fingering

These delightful fingerless mittens – Waltz by Christie Wareham-Norfolk – are inspired by the swirling, intertwining lines of Art Nouveau designs, which often remind me of dancers, moving and twirling. They are a great project for hand-spun yarn or mini skeins!

SIZES
1 (2, 3)
Finished hand circumference: 16.75 (19.25, 22) cm / 6.5 (7.5, 8.75)” – recommended to be worn with 1.25 – 2.5 cm / 0.5”– 1” of negative ease.

YARN
The pattern was written with this yarn in mind: White Gum Wool 4-ply Fingering (100% Merino; 472 metres / 516 yards per 100 g)

MC: 75 (100, 115) metres / 80 (110, 125) yards
CC: 75 (100, 115) metres / 80 (110, 125) yards

Unfortunately, the sample was lost in the mail, so we had to improvise for the photoshoot! We knit up a second sample in Schoppelwolle Zauberwolle, colorway Elefantentreffen, and BC Garn Semilla Melange, colorway Vanilla.

NEEDLES
3.25 mm / US 3 double-pointed needles (or needle size to obtain gauge)
2.75 mm / US 2 double-pointed needles (or needle size one to two sizes smaller than gauge-size needle)

GAUGE
30 sts x 44 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (in the round, in charted pattern, on larger needle, after blocking)

Wisteria Sweater | Agata Mackiewicz in De Rerum Natura Albertine and Bérénice

Agata Mackiewicz' Wisteria Sweater features the most thoughtful design elements: The top-down raglan increases echo Wisteria flowers, the stockinette body flows into a delightful ruffle, and the slight balloon sleeves are finished with a folded cuff.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
Finished bust circumference: 86 (94, 102, 112, 116) [128, 134, 142, 150, 158] cm / 34 (34, 40, 44, 45.5) [50, 52.75, 56, 59, 62]” - recommended to be worn with 5 - 10 cm / 2 - 4” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
De Rerum Natura Berenice (55% kid mohair, 25% mulberry silk, 20% Merino d’Arles; 210 metres/ 230 yards per 25 g) and
De Rerum Natura Albertine (90% Merino wool, 10% silk; 200 metres/ 219 yards per 50 g) held together

1095 (1215, 1290, 1410, 1500) [1605, 1770, 1875, 2070, 2190] metres / 1200 (1330, 1410, 1545, 1640) [1755, 1935, 2050, 2265, 2395] yards of each yarn

Sample shown is knit in colourway Badiane. Laura wears a size 3 with 18 cm / 7" of positive ease.

NEEDLES
4 mm / US 6 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle size to obtain gauge)
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle two sizes smaller than main needle)
3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle with a cable length of at least 80 cm / 32” (or needle two sizes smaller than smallest needle, for cuffs)

This pattern uses the Magic Loop technique for small circumference knitting.

GAUGE
20 sts x 32 rounds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” (worked flat and in the round, in stockinette stitch, on larger needle, after blocking)

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