POM POM 44 | Yarn Guide

You never know what the day will bring with spring, so it’s the perfect season for layering!

Pom Pom’s initial inspiration for this issue came from layering in images such as risographs, shadows, and superimposed photos, which got them thinking about printing and how it works.

As a print publication, transferring the words and images they craft so carefully onto paper is part of what they do. 

All of the pieces in this issue play with opacity, texture, and  colourwork, layering techniques, tones, and transparency - sometimes all at once!

We’ve put together our top yarn picks for this issue, find our suggestions below.

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Let’s Take a Closer Look….

Klara Nilsson | Jacquard

PATTERN NOTES: A drop-shoulder pullover worked from the bottom up in pieces. It features an all-over cable and colourwork pattern and contrasting edgings.
YARN WEIGHT: Light Fingering / 3 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: MEIA
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage and sizing available HERE

Riso | Maren Odenthal

PATTERN NOTES: The Riso hat is worked from the bottom up in the round, featuring a seamless double brim and a woven float pattern worked in stockinette.
YARN WEIGHTt: Fingering / 4 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: DREAMTIME 4 PLY + KID SETA
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage and sizing available HERE

Lucent | Jess Kavanagh

PATTERN NOTES: Lucent is worked seamlessly from the bottom up.
YARN WEIGHT: Fingering / 4 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: SKINNY YANA + KID SETA + WOOLIA
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage and sizing available HERE

Overprint | Julia Madill

PATTERN NOTES: Overprint is a crocheted bag comprised of square motifs sewn together.
YARN WEIGHT: Sport / 5 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: COTTON 8 PLY
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

Strata | ARA STELLA

PATTERN NOTES: The Strata socks are worked from the cuff down in the round, with a 2-colour twisted ladder stitch that resembles tiny butterflies and short-row heels.
YARN WEIGHT: Fingering / 4 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: CHASKI
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

Overlay | Susanna Kaartinen

PATTERN NOTES: The Overlay sweater is worked in 2-colour brioche knitting. The body front and back are worked in pieces from bottom up, with an intarsia pattern.
YARN WEIGHT: Fingering / 4 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: CHASKI + UMA + DREAMTIME 4 PLY
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

Wefan | Joanne Fowler

PATTERN NOTES: The Wefan crop is worked in one piece from side to side, with a woven crochet pattern in three yarns.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: MAYU LACE + AWA + UMA
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

Colourbar | Kindred Red

PATTERN NOTES: A slouchy stranded colourwork hat, knit in the round from brim to crown.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: STASH BUSTER!
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

Halftone | Soraya García

PATTERN NOTES: The Halftone cardi is worked seamlessly from the top down with a shadow knitting intarsia motif.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
YARN SUGGESTION: UMA + SAMI
YOU’LL NEED: Yardage available HERE

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I couldn’t resist whipping up a shop sample from one of the latest Pom Pom publications - Mini Pom!

Knit up in our super soft wool yarn alternative, Benjamim, the Mini Kordy sweater was a delight to knit and one the kids are sure to love.

And, if you’re keen to try a bigger version, a Kordy sweater adult edition is also available. Find it HERE.

Enjoy!

Andrea | Loom + Spindle

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STUDIO PROJECT | Mini Kordy

DESIGN

Mini Kordy, a design by Kiyomi Burgin and Sachiko Burgin, was first published in Mini Pom, November 2022.

SKILLS

• Knit and purl stitches

• Working in the round

• Increasing and decreasing

• Colourwork

TOOLS

• Knina Swivel 40cm (or longer) | 4mm

• Knina Swivel 40cm (or longer) | 3.75mm

• 20cm Double-Pointed Needles | 3.75mm

• Stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

MATERIALS

Benjamim x 4 Shades

Yardage + Kits | Available HERE

The Project

INSIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

YARN + NEEDLES

• Benjamim is just so soft! Yes it is micro-fibre, but when next to skin softness is a must it’s definitely a yarn to consider.

• On knitting with Benjamim, the experience was really similar to any good quality superfine wool yarn.

• I didn’t veer to far from the designers suggested colour palette, but if you need some colour inspiration definitely have a look at the projects on Ravelry.

• I knit a size 4, requiring two balls of the main colour and one ball each of the contrast colours.

CONSTRUCTION + FINISHING

• The sweater is knit in the round on circular needles. Given the small circumference I used both double-pointed needles and circular needles to complete the project.

• Throughout the two-colour colourwork sections I held one yarn in each hand, catching any long floats (floats longer than 3 stitches) behind the work.

• There were a couple of rows requiring three colours. I kept it simple working only two colours across the row and slipping the stitch that required the third colour. I then worked the row again, slipping the previously worked stitches and knitting the third-colour stitches.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Mini Kordy is a fun small-scale colourwork project with lots of scope for colour play.

I just love how soft Benjamim is, perfect for baby wear and gifts.

Yes, Mini Pom is an investment but with so many adorable projects it’s sure to become a favourite.

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Well, the short bursts of sunshine, as proclaimed in my last post, were indeed very short-lived. It was a chilly 7 degrees this morning in my part of the world with lots of drizzly rain and cold gusty winds.

While I’m enjoying the extended sweater weather, I’m indulging in all the winter themed publications that recently hit the shop.

With all this inspiration at my finger tips I had to cast-on and get one last woolly fix for the season.

So join me while I explore the wonderfully squishy and colourful Periphery beanie. You’ll find my project notes below.

Enjoy!

Andrea | Loom + Spindle

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STUDIO PROJECT | Periphery

DESIGN

Periphery, a design by Kjerstin Rovetta, was first published in Pom Pom Quarterly Issue 43, November 2022.

SKILLS

• Knit and purl stitches

• Working in the round

• Decreasing

• Intarsia (instructions included in pattern)

• Twisted German cast-on

TOOLS

• 20cm Double-Pointed Needles | 4mm

• Stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

MATERIALS

Bio-Wool x 5 Shades

Kits available HERE.

The Project

INSIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

YARN + NEEDLES

• Bio-wool wool was definitely my first choice for this project. It has a nice palette of solid shades, it’s a super squishy 10 ply weight and the squishy woolly handfeel is next to skin soft.

• The plan was to stick with the established colour themes and play with what I had on hand and in the shop. I picked out five Bio-Wool colours, some were new balls and some were scraps from other projects.

• I used a set of double-pointed needles for this project as they were both useful for working the full circumference of the hat and the crown decreases.

CONSTRUCTION + FINISHING

• I’m seeing a lot of intarsia designs this year with Pom Pom paving the way! I’ve been a little hesitant to dive in but this small scale project seemed approachable.

• The technique of working intarsia in-the-round was detailed clearly in the pattern instructions. I found the process fairly straightforward and didn’t get too tangled 😅

• I found lots of Youtube videos on the twisted German cast-on method. Already familiar with long-tail cast-ons, I found this method similar and fairly easy to pick up. Will definitely use it again!

• I love the colour block elements of this design. The pattern includes an option for a clever invisible colour change, which I did use and I’m very happy with the results.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Periphery was another good skill building project. I learnt the twisted German cast-on method, working intarsia in the round and the invisible colour change!

The design offers lots of room for colour-play, I definitely encourage mixing and matching what you have on hand. You can be quite free-form with the colour placement so you there’s lots of fun to be had.

I feel like I’m ready to tackle another intarsia project, maybe something on a larger scale - stay tuned!

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AMIRISU | Issue 25

Amirisu Issue 25, the Sculpture issue, features twelve knitwear designs inspired by silhouettes and pattern in subdued shades.

The photoshoot takes place on location at the recently renovated Kyoto City KYOCERA Art Museum.

With the magnificent architecture of the museum as the backdrop, each pattern design is truly a work of art.

Special features include interviews on fashion & knitting. Amirisu talks to designers and business owners who have combined their passion for handknitting, fashion, and creativity to create successful businesses.

We’ve put together our top yarn picks for this issue, find our suggestions below.

*Amirisu Issue 25 has now sold out.

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Hidahida | Miyuki Watanabe

PATTERN NOTES: A pullover knit from the top down. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Worsted / 10 Ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 86 (97, 107, 117, 128, 139) cm
YARDAGE: 820 (990, 1140, 1325, 1520, 1730) m
YARN SUGGESTION: BENJAMIM - A super soft vegan friendly yarn that doesn’t compromise on the classic woolly hand feel.
YOU’LL NEED: 4 (4, 5, 6, 7, 7) balls

Cuenca | Paula Pereira

PATTERN NOTES: A top-down pullover with circular yoke in a cable motif. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHTt: Worsted / 10 Ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 83.5 (95, 104, 115, 123) (133, 144.5, 155, 165) cm
YARDAGE: 640 (725, 805, 905, 995) (1105, 1210, 1365, 1475) m
YARN SUGGESTION: BIO-WOOL - A 100% organic wool yarn grown, spun and dyed in an environmentally sustainable way. We think it’s perfect for cosy wardrobe staples.
YOU’LL NEED: 8 (9, 10, 12, 13) (14, 15, 17, 18) balls

Brut | Hiromi Nagasawa

PATTERN NOTES: A V-neck pullover worked top down from the shoulders to the hem in stocking stitch. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Bulky / 12 ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 110 (115, 123, 131) (139, 147, 155) cm
YARDAGE: 890 (960, 990, 1060) (1095, 1180, 1220) m
YARN SUGGESTION: VINTAGE - A lush blend of alpaca and Merino wool carefully blown into a soft cotton core.
YOU’LL NEED: 5 (6, 6, 6) (7, 7, 7) balls

Kamon | Ksenia Naidyon

PATTERN NOTES: A wrap knit flat featuring slip stitch ribbing and smocking details. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
SIZING: Total length 157 cm, width, 40 cm.
YARDAGE: 1024 m
YARN SUGGESTION: DREAMTIME MERINO 8 PLY - A high-quality, soft-handling 100% Australian Fine Merino Wool.
YOU’LL NEED: 12 balls

Kaiku | Ronha Hakalehto

PATTERN NOTES: A colourwork beanie knit from the bottom up. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Fingering / 4 ply
SIZING: Finished head circumference 41.5 (44, 46.5) cm
YARDAGE: MC - 215 (230, 240) m; CC - 65 (80, 105) m
YARN SUGGESTION: BIO SHETLAND - A woollen spun 2 ply yarn that yields a light smooth fabric with unexpectedly insulating results.
YOU’LL NEED: MC - 1 skein; CC - 1 skein

Hyphae | Bristol Ivy

PATTERN NOTES: A cable sweater knit in the round from the bottom up. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 91.5 (101.5, 111.5, 122) (132, 142, 152.5) (162.5, 172.5, 183, 193) cm
YARDAGE: 1265 (1405, 1515, 1670) (1790, 1890, 2065) (2175, 2320, 2450, 2565) m
YARN SUGGESTION: LOCH LOMOND - A charming tweed style yarn with lightness and loft making it soft, springy and warm.
YOU’LL NEED: 9 (10, 11, 12) (12, 13, 14) (15, 16, 17, 18) balls

Shunrai | Tokuko Ochiai for amirisu

PATTERN NOTES: A stocking stitch sweater knit flat in pieces. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Aran / 10 ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 110 (114, 121, 130) (138, 145, 154) cm
YARDAGE: 850 (910, 970, 1020) (1100, 1160, 1210) m
YARN SUGGESTION: NOURISH - A stunningly soft 100% cotton chainette style yarn, sure to become your next spring/summer favourite.
YOU’LL NEED: 9 (10, 10, 11) (11, 12, 13) balls

Monbijou | Alice Caetano

PATTERN NOTES: A stocking stitch sweater with horizontal welts interspersed with 1x1 Rib around the neckline, sleeve cuffs and waistband. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 98 (108, 118, 128, 138) (148, 158, 168, 178) cm
YARDAGE: 1265 (1420, 1560, 1730, 1930) (2095, 2310, 2495, 2700) m
YARN SUGGESTION: ALVOR - A delightful wool and linen blend. The wool produces a soft-handling fabric while the linen imparts a distinct rustic texture.
YOU’LL NEED: 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) (7, 8, 9, 9) balls

Linii | Bérangère Cailliau

PATTERN NOTES: A stocking stitch sweater with contrast colour seams. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: DK / 8 ply
SIZING: Finished bust circumference 116 (120, 126, 135) (145, 154, 164) cm
YARDAGE: MC - 1065 (1130, 1285, 1445) (1655, 1825, 2045) m; CC - 40 (40, 45, 45) (50, 50, 55) m
YARN SUGGESTION: SAMI - Extremely soft, this luxe pima cotton comes in a fresh modern, perfect for soft cotton tees and light summer sweaters.
YOU’LL NEED: MC - 8 (8, 9, 10) (12, 13, 14) skeins; CC - 1 skein

Lisianthus | Teti Lutsak

PATTERN NOTES: A dickie knitted in the round from the top down. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Fingering / 4 ply
SIZING: Finished turtleneck circumference 35.5 (39, 42.5, 49.5, 56.5) cm
YARDAGE: 300 (340, 395, 500, 595) m
YARN SUGGESTION: DREAMTIME MERINO 4 PLY - A high-quality, soft-handling yarn that suits a range of projects.
YOU’LL NEED: 2 (3, 3, 3, 4) balls

Aviate | Karel Chan

PATTERN NOTES: A cowl knitted flat, in two panels. One panel is knitted in garter stitch and the other is knitted in herringbone stitch. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Worsted / 10 ply
SIZING: Finished circumference 58 cm
YARDAGE: MC - 175 m; CC - 105 m
YARN SUGGESTION: THE CROFT ARAN - A somewhat rustic yarn with light and bouncy hand feel, perfect for colour work, cables and textural details.
YOU’LL NEED: MC - 2 skeins; CC - 1 skein

Ritardando | Miki Teragaki

PATTERN NOTES: A shawl worked sideways using German short rows to create color block wedges. More info HERE.
YARN WEIGHT: Worsted / 10 ply
SIZING: Finished length 137 cm, width (along BO edge) 113cm
YARDAGE: CC1 - 435 m; CC2 - 475 m
YARN SUGGESTIONS: CARAVELA + INTI - Though both are a 5 ply gauge we think this pattern has some room to play - and we just couldn’t go past this colour combo!
YOU’LL NEED: CC1 (Caravela) - 2 balls; CC2 (Inti) - 2 skeins

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DARUMA | Cosmology

For this collection, Daruma collaborated with two of their favourite designers, Kiyomi and Sachiko Burgin.

With their unique individual perspectives on the theme “Heavenly Bodies,” they created pieces with inspiration from the Milky Way, aliens, fluffy weightless textures, and more.

The eight cosmic knitwear designs in this collection are playful, heavenly, and super cozy.

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REGOLITH | Kiyomi Burgin

Pattern Notes: An oversized pullover worked flat in pieces from the bottom up.
Yarn Weight: Bulky / 12 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Uma

Loch Lomond Bio

DUSKING | Kiyomi Burgin

Pattern Notes: A pullover worked from the top down almost exclusively in the round. The pullover begins with 4 strands of yarn held together, and as the pattern progresses, one strand of yarn is removed until only one strand remains to create a gradient effect of sheerness.
Yarn Weight: Lace / 2 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Kid Seta

Kid Seta

CASSINI | Sachiko Burgin

Pattern Notes: A sweater knitted in the round from the neck down. The neckline shaping is created using a back gusset technique. The flounce on the yoke is picked up at the end, from purl stitch ridges.
Yarn Weight: Worsted / 10 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Uma

Kid Seta

GALE | Sachiko Burgin

Pattern Notes: A Cardigan worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and is seamed. Sleeves are picked up from the side edges and knit down to the wrist. Finally, an applied I-cord is worked along front opening edges.
Yarn Weight: Aran / 10 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Kid Seta

Reborn

UCHUJIN | Kiyomi Burgin

Pattern Notes: A hat worked in the round from the brim up to the crown. The small spherical ball attached at the center crown is worked tightly on small DPNs and is stuffed with either scrap yarn or other light weight filling of choice. There is an option to brush the mohair yarn to create an extra fluffy fabric texture using a mohair brush.
Yarn Weight: Worsted / 10 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Uma

Kid Seta

APHELION | Kiyomi Burgin

Pattern Notes: A cowl worked from the top down in Fisherman’s Rib. It is first worked in the round to create a tubular shape, and then is split and worked flat to make the front and back triangular points. The yarn is held double throughout the pattern in two colors to create a marled effect.
Yarn Weight: DK / 8 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

TEC

Benjamim

KUIPER | Sachiko Burgin

Pattern Notes: A cardigan worked flat in pieces from the bottom up and is seamed. Front bands and neckband are picked up from the edges and knit last.
Yarn: Bulky / 12 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Uma

Vintage

OZONE | Sachiko Burgin

Pattern Notes: A seamless cardigan worked from the top down, with intarsia motifs on the fronts and back.
Yarn Weight: Aran / 10 ply
Sizing: Ravelry
Yarn Suggestions:

Signature 4 Ply

Kid Seta

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