SUBLATION | Daruma Collection 2021

For this year's Daruma collection amirisu collaborated with Alice Caetano and Fiona Alice, two designers they’ve been proudly working with for several years to bring you a fun to knit and cozy to wear collection inspired by British fashion.

Alice and Fiona’s delightful and innovative pieces offer a mix of geometric composition and beautifully-textured fabrics. Patterns include: 2 sweaters, 1 cardigan, 1 vest, 1 dickey, 2 scarves, 3 hats and 1 pair of mitts.

“The resulting eleven pieces complement each other well and together create an amazing capsule collection - hence the title of this book, sublation.” - Meri Tanaka Jemison

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UPLIFTED | Designed by Alice Caetano

Pattern notes: Bulky weight yarn, (C1) Approximately 555 yards / 510 m, (C2) Approximately 555 yards / 510 m. Plus optional for fringe: (C1) Approximately 55 yards / 50 m, (C2) Approximately 55 yards / 50 m.

SYNTHESIS | Designed by Fiona Alice

Pattern notes: Bulky weight yarn (MC) Approximately 615 (675, 740, 815, 900) (985, 1085, 1195, 1315) yards / 560 (615, 675, 745, 820) (900, 990, 1090, 1200) m. Aran weight yarn (CC) Approximately 435 (470, 520, 570, 630) (690, 760, 840, 920) yards / 395 (430, 475, 520, 575) (630, 695, 765, 840) m.

SPIRAL | Designed by Fiona Alice

Pattern notes: DK weight yarn (MC) Approximately 1065 (1170, 1290, 1425, 1565) (1725, 1895, 2080, 2285, 2515) yards / 975 (1070, 1180, 1300, 1430) (1575, 1730, 1900, 2090, 2300) m. Lace weight yarn (CC) Approximately 705 (775, 855, 940, 1035) (1140, 1245, 1370, 1505, 1640) yards / 645 (710, 780, 860, 945) (1040, 1140, 1250, 1375, 1500) m.

GEIST | Designed by Alice Caetano

Pattern notes: Worsted weight yarn (MC) Approximately 85 (100, 120) yards / 75 (90, 110) m. DK weight yarn (CC) Approximately 95 (115, 140) yards / 90 (105, 125) m.

SYNTHESIS | Designed by Fiona Alice

Pattern notes: Shawl, Bulky weight yarn (MC) Approximately 360 yards / 330 m, Aran weight yarn (CC) Approximately 230 yards / 210 m. Hat, (MC) Approximately 85 yards / 75 m, Aran weight yarn (CC) Approximately 60 yards / 55 m.

CONTRADICTION | Designed by Alice Caetano

Pattern notes: Worsted weight yarn (MC) Approximately 360 (400, 430, 505, 545) (590, 675, 710, 760) yards / 330 (365, 395, 460, 500) (540, 615, 650, 695) m, (CC) Approximately 250 (280, 300, 350, 375) (410, 465, 500, 530) yards / 230 (255, 275, 320, 345) (375, 425, 455, 485) m.

BECOMING | Designed by Alice Caetano

Pattern notes: Aran weight yarn, Approximately 575 (700, 800) yards / 525 (640, 730) m

EMBRACE | Designed by Alice Caetano

Pattern notes: Aran weight yarn, Approximately 1005 (1095, 1200, 1295, 1405) (1500, 1640, 1725, 1835) yards / 920 (1000, 1100, 1185, 1285) (1375, 1500, 1580, 1675) m

SPIRAL | Designed by Fiona Alice

Pattern notes: Hat, DK weight yarn (MC) Approximately 200 (220) yards / 180 (195) m, Lace weight yarn (CC) Approximately 130 (145) yards / 120 (130) m. Mitts, DK weight yarn (MC) Approximately 120 (155) yards / 110 (140) m, Lace weight yarn (CC) Approximately 75 (95) yards / 70 (90) m.

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We're welcoming Semilla Pura GOTS by BC Garn, a 100% organic wool yarn in a range of pure undyed, natural colours.

With its GOTS certification, this yarn meets strict ecological and social criteria to ensure the entire supply chain meets the leading worldwide standard for organic textile production.

Minimally processed, this woollen spun yarn has lightness and loft making it soft, springy and warm. The 2-ply construction yields a light smooth fabric with unexpectedly insulating results when knit or woven.

You’ll find Semilla Pura GOTS ideal for a range of woven and knit pieces, with particularly stunning results when working colourwork and lace details in the knitted fabric.

Shop our new shades HERE.

Andrea - Loom & Spindle

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THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Organic Wool
NET WEIGHT: 100g (3.5oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Sport / 5 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 350m (383yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Woollen spun, 2 plies, moderate twist
ORIGIN: Fibre sourced in Argentina
CARE: Cold hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Semilla Pura GOTS is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

GAUGE

KNITTING

22 stitches over 10cm, using 3.5-4mm needles (5.5 stitches per inch, US size 3-6 needles)

CROCHET

3.5-4.25mm hook (US size E - G hook)

WEAVING FOR YARDAGE

12 epi (50 ends / 10cm)

FELTING

Work the piece 10% to 20% larger than the intended size. It’s highly recommended that a test swatch be made applying your intended finishing technique to assess the variables of the fabric.

ABOUT BC GARN

BC Garn is a family run business based in Germany. They are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes. They produce a collection of GOTS certified and eco-friendly yarns.

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With an official new title and GOTS certification, we're delighted to welcome back one of our favourite eco-friendly yarns - Semilla Grosso GOTS!

Semilla Grosso GOTS is a 100% organic wool yarn grown, spun and dyed in an environmentally sustainable way.

Sourced in Argentina from guaranteed mulesing-free farms, the raw material is certified under the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), the leading textile processing standard for organic fibres.

Carefully spun and dyed in Italy, the yarn maintains its eco-cred by using only dye stuffs produced according to GOTS standards. That is, they are free from harmful substances such as toxic heavy metals and are biodegradable.

The yarn itself is smooth and round performing best over stocking stitch and cabled details. It’s perfect for satisfyingly uniform stitches and popping textural detail.

This yarn is perfect for quick winter accessories and cosy wardrobe staples.

Shop our new shades HERE.

Andrea - Loom & Spindle

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THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Organic Wool
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.75oz) per ball
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Bulky / 12 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 80m (87yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, 6 plies, moderate twist
ORIGIN: Fibre sourced in Argentina, dyed and milled in Italy
CARE: Cold hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Semilla Grosso GOTS is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

GAUGE

KNITTING

14-18 stitches over 10cm, using 4.5 - 5.5mm needles (3.5 – 4.5 stitches per inch, US size 7-9 needles)

CROCHET

11-14 stitches over 10cm, 5.5mm - 6mm hook (2.75-3.5 stitches per inch, US size I–9 to K–10 ½ hook)

ABOUT BC GARN

BC Garn is a family run business based in Germany. They are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes. They produce a collection of GOTS certified and eco-friendly yarns.

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Three New Bio Shetland Shades!

Bio Shetland by BC Garn is a 100% wool, Shetland style yarn with Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification.

The woollen spun 2 ply construction yields a light smooth fabric with unexpectedly insulating results when knit or woven.

A number of shades are infused with a melange of colour made possible by ‘dyeing in the wool’, a process where the wool fibres are dyed prior to spinning.

With its GOTS certification, this yarn meets strict ecological and social criteria to ensure the entire supply chain meets the leading worldwide standard for organic textile production.

You’ll find Bio Shetland ideal for a range of woven and knit pieces, with particularly stunning results when working colourwork and lace details in the knitted fabric.

Now in three new shades - Pale Pink (66), Light Grey (41) and Medium Grey (42).

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Bio Shetland GOTS | Pale Pink (66)

$11.90

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Bio Shetland GOTS | Light Grey (41)

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Bio Shetland GOTS | Medium Grey (42)

$11.90

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THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Pure Wool
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.75oz) per skein
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Light Fingering / 3 ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 280m (306yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Woollen spun, 2 plies, light twist
ORIGIN: Dyed and milled in Turkey
CARE: Cold hand wash (see notes below)

Colourways Available

GAUGE

KNITTING

24-32 stitches over 10cm, using 2.5-4mm needles (6-8 stitches per inch, US size 2-6 needles)

CROCHET

2.25-3.5mm hook (US size B-1 - E-4 hook)

WEAVING FOR YARDAGE

12 epi (50 ends / 10cm)

TAPESTRY WEAVING (WEFT FACED WEAVES)

4 epi (16 ends / 10cm) – 6-8 strands
6 epi (24 ends / 10cm) – 4-6 strands
8 epi (32 ends / 10cm) – 2-4 Strands

FELTING

Work the piece 10% to 20% larger than the intended size. It’s highly recommended that a test swatch be made applying your intended finishing technique to assess the variables of the fabric.

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Bio Shetland GOTS is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

ABOUT GOTS CERTIFICATION

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the leading textile processing standard for organic fibres. The aim is to define and maintain an internationally recognized requirement to ensure the organic status of textiles, from harvesting of the raw materials through to environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing, in order to provide credible assurance to the end consumer. To learn more about the standard and certification process please visit www.global-standard.org.

ABOUT BC GARN

BC Garn is a family run business based in Germany. They are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes. They produce a collection of GOTS certified yarns.

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AMIRISU | Strata Issue 22, Spring/Summer 2021

I’m excited share that we’ve just added Amirisu Magazine to our growing collection of BOOKS + PERIODICALS.

New to Amirisu? It’s a bi-annual knitting lifestyle magazine from Japan. What more could you ask for.

Our inaugural issue Strata - Issue 22 Spring/Summer 2021 takes inspiration from layers and features twelve knitwear designs created by some of Amirisu’s most favourite designers from Japan and abroad.

With feature article - Colours of OkinawaIn. A craft guide to Okinawa, encounter two fascinating textile traditions and get inspiration for a future trip with our recommendations for museums, textile workshops, and pottery galleries on the island.

Plus a project from Lori Ann Graham, virtual events and content to enjoy from anywhere, a needle felt project, and more.

We have now sold out of Issue 22.
Digital copies are available HERE.
Or, shop Amirisu’s current titles HERE.

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Humboldt

By amirisu

Pattern notes: A bottom-up sweater worked in the round with lace detail yoke.
What we love: Delicate lace pattern reminiscent of the veins on an ageing leaf.
Yarn suggestions: Linen or linen blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Humboldt pattern page

Ranunculus

By Trine Bertelsen

Pattern notes: Top-down construction with a simple lace motive.
What we love: Sleeve and body length can be tailored to suit.
Yarn suggestions: Pima cotton or cotton blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Ranunculus pattern page

Thistle

By Sari Nordlund

Pattern notes: Cuff-to-toe construction with reinforced heel flap.
What we love: A new heel technique to try - Round French heels!
Yarn suggestions: 100% wool or sock blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Thistle pattern page

Fay (above)

By Fiona Alice

Pattern notes: Bottom-up construction using a mix of flat knitting and knitting in the round.
What we love: Advanced construction techniques for when you’re up for a challenging knit.
Yarn suggestions: Cotton or cotton/wool blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Fay pattern page

Sand Waves (above)

By Ririko

Pattern notes: Top-down seamless construction.
What we love: It just has to be the the gentle waves around the yoke.
Yarn suggestions: 100% wool or sock blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Sand Waves pattern page

Nigella (above)

By Kate Gagnon Osborn

Pattern notes: Slight asymmetrical design worked from the neck out.
What we love: A mix of interesting textures sure to make for an engaging knit.
Yarn suggestions: 100% wool or wool blend sport weight yarn.
Ravelry: Nigella pattern page

Agave (above)

By Orlane Sucche

Pattern notes: Worked top-down and in-the-round with very on trend sleeve shaping.
What we love: The stripes with repeating eyelet detail.
Yarn suggestions: 100% wool or wool blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Agave pattern page

Blomsterkrans (above)

By Dianna Walla

Pattern notes: Hat and cowl set using stranded colourwork.
What we love: The flower motives!
Yarn suggestions: 100% wool or wool blend light-fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Agave pattern page

Calathea

By amirisu

Pattern notes: Neckerchief worked flat utilising increases and decreases to shape the piece.
What we love: A mismatch of yarn weights and fibres to create interesting colour and texture.
Yarn suggestions: Linen blend lace weight yarn and a wool blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Calathea pattern page

Lelia (above)

By Nataliya Sinelshchikova

Pattern notes: A drop-shoulder pullover knit flat from the bottom up.
What we love: An array of techniques to keep you busy.
Yarn suggestions: Textured wool yarn in a DK weight.
Ravelry: Lelia pattern page

Plumeria (above)

By eri shimizu

Pattern notes: A pullover worked top down. German short rows are used to shape the neckline.
What we love: The layers of luxurious alpaca/cashmere.
Yarn suggestions: Alpaca/cashmere blend lace weight yarn and a wool blend fingering weight yarn.
Ravelry: Plumeria pattern page

Liila (above)

By Sari Nordlund

Pattern notes: A vest worked bottom-up, in-the-round. The ruffle is worked separately and seamed to the finished fabric.
What we love: The fine fabric created using the Merino/alpaca bland.
Yarn suggestions: Merino/alpaca blend lace weight yarn and a mohair/silk for lace weight yarn.
Ravelry: Liila pattern page

We have now sold out of Issue 22.
Digital copies are available HERE.
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