Start Your Perfect Summer Project: Halcyon Lace Sweater. Part 1 [Tutorial]

In this step-by-step video tutorial I will show you, how to knit my Halcyon sweater, which is perfect for beginner lace knitters.

This is the first sweater from my summer lace collection and I will tell you its story at the end of the description.

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In this video, I'll walk you through all the steps to create a simple net summer sweater. This sweater is for whose of you, who've completed their first knitted garments and ready to try something new.

You will meet the following *techniques:* cast on, knit, purl, purl 2 together, yarn over, cast off.
The sweater is worked bottom up, back and forth on the needles. The Back, Front pieces and Sleeves are worked separately and sewn together to finish.
There is a lot of positive ease. You can also choose to knit the next size up/ down. I am wearing a size S and, I am 168 cm tall (5’6’’) with a 89 cm (35 inches) bust circumference.

*7 sizes* are available in the PDF knitting pattern: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL. I demonstrate how to knit size S.

*Materials:*
*1. Yarn.* I used Drops "Paris" yarn (50 g/75 m, color #17 Off White) for this project.
Drops "You 8" also will work (50 g/ 85 m). You will need (7-9-9-10-11-13-13) 50 grams skeins for your size.

Also you can try mercerised cotton by Lion Brand "24/7 Cotton" (100g/170m). You will need (4-4-4-5-5-6-7) 50 grams skeins for your size.

GAUGE: 12 stitches x 20 rows in a 10 cm (4 in) piece in Lace stitch.

*2. Circular needles* 6 mm (US 10) and approx 60 cm total length.
*3. Crochet 3-5 mm/ D-H* (optional).

*Lace knit stitch.*
Slip 1st stitch, purl 1, yarn over, purl 2 stitches together*, purl 2. (repeat patter between the asterisk *).
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This knitting tutorial is divided into 3 parts, and I'll be sharing each part separately. Make sure to subscribe to my channel, so you don't miss any of the upcoming episodes!

*Chapters:*
*Part 1*
00:14 My first lace knit summer sweater.
03:31 Let’s meet the lace stitch.
09:17 5 knitting tips for better results.
13:55 Mindful knitting. Create a sweater you'll love to wear.
15:27 Back Piece. The savouring of knitting starts here.
24:27 Front Piece. Just as easy as the Back Piece.
25:06 Shoulder seams. Trying on the sweater for the perfect fit.

- Sleeves. Almost identical to the Back and Front pieces.
- Attaching the sleeves to the sweater.
- Side seams. Your sweater is almost complete!

- Neck: Pick up stitches for a polished finish (optional).
- Make your sweater look fabulous.
- Troubleshooting: Stay calm and unravel.
- Inspiration. 6 sweater outfits or how I'll style my Halcyon sweater.

*Halcyon sweater story:*
I have nothing to wear this summer! So, I decided to knit a lightweight sweater. But all the patterns I found required thin yarn and needles as thin as a pin :) The beautiful lace stitches were filled with strange abbreviations and complicated diagrams.

I needed elegant yet simple solution. A loose-fit silhouette, a basic lace knit stitch, and medium-weight natural yarn. And it won't take forever to make!

After testing numerous lace stitches I finally found one that seemed unremarkable at first. But as soon as I knitted a sample, I realized it would be the best sweater I've ever made. And I will definitely wear it!

I named it Halcyon, which means a happy time in the past. This name perfectly captures the joy I felt while knitting this sweater. And now, I want to share this delightful feeling with you!
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[knitwithesenique]

If you're wondering HOW TO COUNT STITCHES in the lace pattern for the gauge, you can follow my method.
1. Count the stitches in your swatch by verifying them in the ribbing - I have 16 stitches.
2. Then measure the width - is 13 cm/5 inches.

 Divide the width by the number of stitches and determine how many cm/inches are in one stitch. I have 0.8 cm/0.3 inches.
3. Then I divide 10 cm/ 4 inches by 0.8 cm/ 0.3 inches and get 12-13 stitches. This give me the gauge.
4. If you have 10-15 stitches in a 10 cm/4 inches piece, you won't be surprised by the sweater size at the end of knitting.

To count rows, you can simply count the edge stitches and multiply by two to get an approximate count of 20 rows.
You can modify the length of the sweater according to your preference, so there's no need to worry about it.

[Diane]

Hi! I made this sweater in Drops cotton and let me say it is best sweater I ever made!!!! Made it same color in cream and everyone loved it! It is elegant and beautiful and comfortable. It has great drape. Thank you for this pattern! I’m going to make another!!!❤

[noelleparris]

I loved your tutorial.
You speak so calmly and clearly. The design is simple but lovely, and I really like the lace stitch. I've been reluctant to do much lacework but now that I've seen how to actually DO a lifeline, I can think of a few projects I'm going to try. Your tips are great and super useful: I love how well you demonstrate everything.
I've got several WIPs going but I'm defining going to make this sweater...I probably have the yarn for it already 😊
Thank you so much!

[ТамараУфаева-ьщ]

Большое спасибо за урок, наконец- то я нашла тот вариант ажурной сетки, который легко вяжется и отлично смотрится, СПАСИБО

[sandrakirkpatrick]

Thank you so much for this fantastic tutorial. You are very encouraging. I can’t wait to get started.

[bsfbar]

No wonder you look so gorgeous and elegant so tall and slim any style will look great thanks

[estherachermann]

Knitting this beautiful sweater and listening to your calming voice is like Meditation. Thank you so much and greetings from Switzerland

[sebeleg]

Thank you very much for a such so clear and easy to follow tutorial, God bless❤❤❤❤❤❤

[Irinacraft]

Thank you So much! I'm knitting it right now.

[rosaantunes]

Thank you for this sweater!!😍
I’m in love with it❤
I already made one for my self
Now making another for a client
Thank you!!!

[Sheron]

Thank you. I love your approach and work❤

[luckysinclair]

I love knitting have so many needles and still I do get it all now.as a crotcheter I'm going to try your way this time.💯🇯🇲thank you

[lakegirlroxy]

Wow how beautiful! I am going to learn to knit along with you. Thank you. I will buy your pattern when I am ready. 😊

[jenniferjohnson]

Your videos for this is incredible, i have never seen such great instructions, you are so calm and it is so easy to follow you.
I am going to make this in cotton yarn, in shade of very lite turquoise. I cannot wait to begin.
thank you so much.pls do more videos.

[lisavitale]

Thank you for sharing this fun 🤩 sweater pattern with us! I look forward to watching part 2 next. Your tips and instructions are excellent. I went ahead and purchased the pattern from your Etsy shop and look forward to making this cute top to wear this summer 🙏🏻🙌🏻✌🏻🤞🏻.

[lonnaadkins]

I just found you and downloaded mellow. I have to say, I love your personality. You are so cute. I’m looking forward to making this lace also in a winter white for Christmas. Thank you for all the effort you put into your designs and YouTube so that I can enjoy the fruit of your labor.

[pascalenorblin]

I'love, very beautiful 😍 thank you for the tutoriel. Very good day for you 💖

[shari-lynnbinkosky]

Gorgeous sweater!!! Can’t wait to make this

[fibercrafts_rcool]

I am working on my swatch, im very slow because i have shoulder pain but i really want to try this.

[esperanzajimenezrivera]

Very beautiful, thank you from Germany!!