Specification
In this issue Scheepjes share the joy and wonder of the unique environment of the Wadden, an area of sea, sandbars and around 50 islands that stretches across the coastlines of the Netherlands, Germany and Denmark. The Wadden Sea National Park was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2009, and in our 13th issue of YARN Bookazine we explore its diverse habitats, enormous variety of wildlife and significance to the Dutch culture.
YARN Bookazine 13 Wadden features 17 modern crochet and knitting patterns inspired by the land, sea and animals of the region. The colour palette features bright shades reflecting the berries and lighthouses found scattered across the Dutch Wadden islands, with more neutral colours taken from the beaches, dunes, mudflats and waters to offer a soft contrast. Featuring a range of yarns and fibres, from crisp cottons to cosy pure wool, the projects are made in a selection of crochet and knitting techniques. An additional latch hook rug design completes the selection of patterns.
The lookbook is divided into four chapters, each named after an aspect of the Wadden: Landscape, Coastal Life, Holiday Time and Tides. The designs range from garments to toys and reflect the diverse flora and fauna that define the region, the drama and atmosphere of the landscape, and the pastimes shared by local residents and visitors to the area, such as cycling.
Patterns:
Buckthorn Berry Wrap:
Scheepjes Metropolis (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 25% Nylon; 50g/200m)
Yarn A: 015 Ulsan x 6 balls
Yarn B: 068 Mumbai x 5 balls
Yarn C: 077 Quebec x 1 ball
Yarn D: 071 Jakarta x 1 ball
3mm knitting needles
Surf and Turf Blanket
Scheepjes Colour Crafter (100% Premium Acrylic (Anti Pilling); 100g/300m)
Yarn A: 1019 Texel x 4 balls
Yarn B: 1003 Middelburg x 2 balls
Yarn C: 1302 Dokkum x 2 balls
Yarn D: 2017 Verviers x 4 balls
Yarn E: 2010 Hasselt x 2 balls
Yarn F: 1710 Ermelo x 2 balls
Yarn G: 1114 Eindhoven x 1 ball
Yarn H: 1010 Amsterdam x 1 ball
Yarn I: 1001 Weert x 1 ball
4mm crochet hook
Sandbank Scarf
Scheepjes Stone Washed (78% Cotton, 22% Acrylic; 50g/130m)
814 Crystal Quartz x 8 balls
3.5mm knitting needles
1 x cable needle
Lighthouse Sweater
Scheepjes Cotton 8 (100% Cotton; 50g/170m)
Yarn A: 652 x 6 (6: 7: 7: 8) balls
Yarn B: 700 x 3 (3: 3: 4: 4) balls
Yarn C: 510 x 2 (2: 2: 3: 3) balls
3mm and 3.5mm crochet hooks
Stitch markers
Sandpiper Sweater
Scheepjes Stone Washed XL (70% Cotton, 30% Acrylic; 50g/75m)
871 Axinite x 16 (17: 19: 20: 22) balls
4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm knitting needles
1 x cable needle
Beachcomber Cardigan
Scheepjes Metropolis (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 25% Nylon; 50g/200m)
Yarn A: 076 Sevilla x 6 (6: 7: 7: 8) balls
Yarn B: 078 Lyon x 4 (4: 5: 5: 6) balls
3mm and 3.5mm knitting needles
4mm dpns
Saltwater Throw
Scheepjes Whirl (60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic; 215g/1000m)
Yarn A: 781 Sea Breeze Tease x 2 yarn cakes
Yarn B: 756 Caramel Core Blimey x 2 yarn cakes
4mm and 5mm crochet hooks
1 x stitch marker
North Sea Fish
Scheepjes Downtown (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 25% Nylon; 50g/200m)
Yarn A: 403 Leafy Suburb x 1 ball
Yarn B: 410 River Walk x 1 ball
Yarn C: 412 Museum Square x 1 ball
Yarn D: 408 Financial District x 1 ball
Scheepjes Metropolis (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 25% Nylon; 50g/200m)
Yarn E: 019 Marseille x 1 ball
Yarn F: 047 Dubai x 1 ball
2.5mm circular needles 80cm long for magic loop, or a set of 3 flexible dpns
Set of five 2.5mm dpns for Tail
2 x ø 12mm black buttons for each fish
Polyester stuffing
Stormy Skies Cushions
Scheepjes SKIES Heavy (100% Premium Cotton; 100g/170m)
Yarn A: 100 Cirrocumulus x 4 hanks for 1 complete cushion
Yarn B: 101 Cirrus x 4 hanks for 1 complete cushion
Yarn C: 105 Stratus x 4 hanks for 1 complete cushion
3.5mm crochet hook
3 x 400g bags of polyester stuffing (enough for 3 Cushions)
1 x stitch marker
Ebb & Flow Cardigan
Scheepjes Chunky Monkey (100% Premium Acrylic (Anti Pilling); 100g/116m)
1019 Powder Blue x 11 (13: 14: 16) balls
5mm and 6mm crochet hooks
2 x stitch markers
