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ISSUE 4

SPARKLE! EASY PATTERNS inside

JO SHARP Design & Pattern Writing Jo Sharp, Bronia Richards Knitting Our dedicated team of hand knitters; Anita, Anne, Betty, FAYE, Gladys, Hazel, Janet, Janice, JENNI, Kathleen, Norma ART DIRECTION & STYLING Bronia Richards Photography Robert Frith, Acorn Photo Agency; with thanks to models and all shoot contributors Makeup & Hair Rebekah Clark Pre-press & Printing Quality Press

Published in Australia by Jo Sharp Pty Ltd PO Box 1018, Fremantle WA 6959 Australia ACN 056 596 439 © 2007 All rights reserved.

The knitting of garments from this book for re-sale is not permitted unless written consent is given by Jo Sharp Pty Ltd.

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Precious JEWELS The night air Imagine stepping out into the night air with a delicate black sequined purse, something precious and unique that you knitted yourself.

Bring the night to life with the dazzling knitted items in this collection made from my new yarn called “Lumina”.

The yarn features a textured combination of satiny viscose and cotton threads sparkling with thousands of tiny sequins. This collection of elegant easy-to-knit garments and accessories are very suitable for beginner knitters. They also mostly small projects and relatively quick to knit.

Fabulous duo Our cover garment is the multicoloured chevron scarf which is luxuriously long and uses a shimmering combination of four “Lumina” yarn shades. The scarf, worn together with the knee length A-line Jacket (see page 7) makes a fabulous duo that will look relaxed or dressy with jeans for an evening out.

The chic fitted singlet (page 10) is shown in shades of “envy” or “sin” and can be knitted as either a cropped or long line version. Its a versatile garment which will add a sophisticated up-tempo feel to your neutral wardrobe.

Audrey The Alpaca Silk Georgette garments in this collection add a 1950’s feel and a little of Audrey Hepburn’s understated style. Four heavenly shades are featured with projects small enough to tempt a new knitter to try the next level. All are Soft and cuddly and especially comfy with fitted sleeves and body hugging shapes.

The Alpaca Silk Georgette yarn has been around now for long enough to have gathered a following of its own. Its silky feel has made it a favourite. My teenage daughter has a fitted v-neck sweater of this yarn that she has worn for a full season and after 2 washes it looks as good as new.

Understated styling remains a constant in all our collections. When you have invested your precious time crafting a garment, you want to know that you will wear it this season as well as next.

Knit Issue 4 offers some precious jewels for you to treasure, so indulge yourself with these exquisite fibres as you dance (or knit) the night away.

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WOMEN’S GARMENTS A-line Jacket.......................7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 22 A simple jacket in three versions.

Cardigan....................................14, 16, 17, 24 Vintage cardigans with long ribs.

Chevron Scarf ............................... 4, 6, 7, 26 An easy yet stylish scarf.

Purse.............................................. 14, 15, 29 A pretty evening purse.

Singlet............................................ 10, 12, 27 Simple shaping makes this quick to knit.

Shrug..................................................... 4, 26 An evening essential.

Sweater.......................................... 18, 19, 28 A classic sweater with a difference.

INFORMATION Abbreviations............................................. 21 About Jo Sharp.......................................... 30 Caring for your garment........................... 20 Conversion Tables..................................... 21 General Pattern Instructions.................... 21 Jo Sharp Yarn Collections......................... 30 Other Jo Sharp Books............................... 30 Pattern Ratings......................................... 20 Where to Shop..................................... 32, 33

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THIS PAGE, Shrug and Chevron Scarf Version 1, patterns page 26.

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Evening Glamour Introducing our slinky Lumina yarn, with an explosion of lustrous sequins, like stars in the night.

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Luxury divine A shimmering jewelled scarf of sapphire, emerald and gold with a softly draped coat, delicately embellished with sequins.

THIS PAGE, A-line Jacket Version 3, pattern page 22, and Chevron Scarf Version 2, pattern page 26.

OPPOSITE, Chevron Scarf Version 2, pattern page 26.

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THIS PAGE, A-line Jacket Version 2, pattern page 22.

OPPOSITE, A-line Jacket Version 3, pattern page 22.

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Lustre & BRILLIANCE Freshen up with layered knits in rich and vibrant colours.

RIGHT, A-line Jacket Version 2, pattern page 22.

OPPOSITE, Singlet Version 1, pattern page 27.

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illuminate, dazzle, shine THIS PAGE, Singlet Version 2, pattern page 27.

OPPOSITE, A-line Jacket Version 1, pattern page 22.

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Soft Silhouette A vintage cardigan with jewel like buttons, and a nostalgic evening purse with a tassle, it's the little things that make the difference.

RIGHT, Purse, pattern page 29.   OPPOSITE, Cardigan Version 1, pattern page 24.

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A classic cardigan in lightweight wool, alpaca and silk.

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Wear it day or night, dress it up or down.

THIS PAGE & OPPOSITE, Cardigan Version 2, patttern page 24.

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Demure SIMPLICITY Softly sculptured in a lightweight yarn with natural stretch, this sweater is a classic you can wear forever.

LEFT, Sweater Version 2, pattern page 28.

OPPOSITE, Sweater Version 1, pattern page 28.

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Caring for your garment HAND WASHING For best results, gently hand wash knitted items in lukewarm water, using a wool detergent. Rinse thoroughly in lukewarm water. Rinse again in cold water.

DRYING To remove excess moisture after washing, roll garment inside a large towel and gently squeeze. Alternatively, spin dry inside a pillow case. Never tumble dry.

Place on a flat surface in the shade to dry, coaxing back into shape whilst damp.

Drying flat is recommended. Do not dry directly in front of an open or artificial fire.

DRY CLEANING Generally is not recommended as residual dry cleaning chemicals tend to harden hand knitted fabric.

Pattern ratings Fit Guide Stretch to fit Bodice circumference is less than the body measurement. The garment is designed to stretch to fit the body.

Snug fit Minimal ease (0-5cm). The bodice circumference is equal to or slightly larger than the body measurement. The garment is shaped to fit the body snugly.

Classic fit Approximately 5 to 15cm of ease.

With or without shaping. Designed to fit the body comfortably.

Loose fit Greater than 15cm ease. A larger, roomier fit, usually a drop shoulder or square set-in sleeve.

Knitter Rating Beginner Suitable for a beginner knitter, familiar with reading a pattern and abbreviations, able to cast on, knit, purl and cast off.

Able to work very basic shaping.

Intermediate Suitable for a knitter with experience in increasing, decreasing, shaping and basic texture patterns.

Advanced Suitable for a knitter with experience in intarsia, fairisle, cables, complicated texture or lace patterns and shaping.

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Glamorous evening wear & accessories by Jo Sharp.

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