Fall is officially here and we are kicking it off with a cozy Knit-Along! This post will give you everything you need to get started to make your new favorite wardrobe staple.
Pattern
For this Knit-Along, you can choose to make the Campus Vest, Campus Cardi, or K's Back to School Vest, designed by the talented Aimee Sher Makes.
Both Campus patterns are available in two views: a cropped, straight body, or hip-length with A-line shaping to accommodate for hips. They are knitted bottom-up in one piece. The patterns use the Three-Needle Bind Off to join the shoulders and then the armhole ribbing (or sleeves, if you're doing the Cardi) and button band are picked up and worked last.
You can use either a DK or Worsted weighted yarn that achieves the recommended gauges. Scroll to the end of this post for our yarn recommendations.
Sizing
One reason we love these patterns is how size-inclusive they are! They fit upper bust measurements ranging from 31" to 60.25" (the cardigan goes up to 66").
Directions are included for adding optional bust darts for a tailored fit. Aimee has some excellent videos on her Instagram explaining the benefits of using bust darts and how to find the best fit for you. You can watch them here.
Knit-Along Details
Our knit-along begins Thursday, September 25th and runs through November 27th. To get you started, all of our DK and Worsted yarns will be 15% off in-store and online from Thursday 9/25 - 10/2 with the code: "HARMONYCAMPUSKAL"
To purchase the patterns, use the same code "HARMONYCAMPUSKAL" on Aimee's website for 20% off.
- Campus Vest
- Campus Cardi
- K's Back to School Vest - yes, there's also a kid's version, and it qualifies!
There will be 5 prizes given at the end of the KAL. Each will come with a kit (yarn + a pattern) from Cascade Yarns and a $25 gift card to either Harmony or Aimee's shop.
To qualify for prizes:
- Yarn must be purchased from Harmony, Aimee Sher Makes' shop, or from our favorite local craft thrift store, Making Space Thrift
- WIPs count so don't worry if you're not done by November 27th!
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Post an image on instagram (grid only, not stories) and tag @madewithharmony AND use the hashtag #HarmonyCampusKAL
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If you don't use Instagram, fill out this form: Harmony Campus KAL
Lastly, a Harmony employee who is familiar with the patterns will be at our weekly Makers' Meetup every Thursday from 6pm-8:30pm. We are more than happy to help! We can't wait to see what you make!
Recommended Yarns:
- Rowan Felted Tweed
- Juniper Moon Farm Patagonia
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Juniper Moon Farm Patagonia - Hand Paints
- Noro Kakigori
- Noro Kompeito
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Sirdar Loveful Recycled
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Juniper Moon Farm Harris
- Cascade Yarns 220 Merino
- Cascade Yarns Anchor Bay
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Malabrigo Arroyo
- Noro Saiun
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Cascade Yarns Elysian
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Gepard Pura Lana
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Malabrigo Rios
- Berroco Modern Cotton
If you have any questions about the Harmony Campus KAL, please e-mail mel@madewithharmony.com
Photos by Aimee Sher Makes