Beech - a favourite of Marie Wallin because it's so lovely to wear - features narrow back neck shaping to make the fronts of the cardigan drape in a flattering way. The garment is interesting to knit as the main body is worked by picking up stitches from the side edge of the cabled bottom section. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 3.25mm, Pony Cable Needles Small Straight Cable 2.0-5.0mm
Bramble is a lovely design inspired by Moorish tiles seen in the grand mansions of southern Spain. The jumper is knitted using 12 shades of British Breeds and is worked flat. Although the garment has been designed to be shorter, it can be lengthened easily by adding a pattern section. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 3.25mm
The Campion wrap over cardigan knitted in British Breeds is slightly oversized and the elongated fronts create a very flattering look. It can be worn open or fastened with a brooch or pin. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 3.25mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm
Foxglove is a very pretty design, with a lace and twisted stitch body and a simply patterned yoke. The longer length is flattering to wear, although it can be shortened to a standard-length jumper if desired. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 3.25mm, Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 100cm (40in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 100cm (40in) 3.25mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 120cm (47in) 3.25mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 120cm (47in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 80cm (32in) 3.25mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 80cm (32in) 2.75mm
Honeysuckle is a beautiful, traditional Fair Isle cardigan knitted using 11 shades of Marie Wallin's British Breeds yarn. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 3.25mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm
Ivy is a single-colour textured design featuring lovely cable and twisted stitches. The jumper has an oversized shape and three-quarter-length sleeves. Although knitted here in the Silver Birch shade of British Breeds, you can of course choose your own colour. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Cable Needles Small Straight Cable 2.0-5.0mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 3.25mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm
Treat your feet to these Lupin socks, which are knitted using 13 shades of British Breeds yarn. Designed to fit an average size woman's foot, these Fair Isle socks are worked in the round using a circular needle or, if preferred, double-pointed needles.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 3.25mm, Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 2.75mm
Mistletoe - a pretty, easy-to-wear Fair Isle tam. This one is knitted using 11 shades of Marie Wallin's specially designed British Breeds yarn. This item is worked in the round on a circular needle or, if you prefer, double-pointed needles.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 3.25mm, Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 2.75mm
Orla is a rework of a previous Marie Wallin design. This version uses her specially developed British Breeds yarn to produce a slightly stronger, more autumnal colourway. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 132-137cm (52-54in). Please note, UK crochet terms are used throughout.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Crochet Hooks 2.5mm, Pony Single Pointed Knitting Needles 35cm (14in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 80cm (32in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 100cm (40in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 120cm (47in) 2.75mm, Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 2.75mm
This lovely design is knitted entirely in the round using British Breeds creating a fabric which is double thickness, making a particularly warm and cosy scarf. The design can easily be shortened and joined at both ends to create a cowl. The completed scarf measures approximately 23.5cm (9.25in) wide and 126.5cm (49.75in) long.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
addi Bamboo Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 40cm (16in) 3.25mm
Primrose is an all-over Fair Isle jumper knitted in the round using 14 shades of British Breeds. The shape of this design is fitted so if you wish to have a looser feel then you'll need to knit the next size up. Five sizes are available to fit chest sizes ranging from 81-86cm (32-34in) to 122-127cm (48-50in).
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 2.75mm, Pony Double Pointed Knitting Needles 20cm (8in) 3.25mm
The Veronica cowl is a great design to practise your Fair Isle skills before embarking on a full garment. The accessory is knitted in the round sing 15 shades of British Breeds, and the motifs are placed in a small repeating pattern. The completed cowl measures approximately 78.5cm (31in) in circumference and 26cm (10.25in) deep.
Yarn weight
Sport
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Marie Wallin British Breeds
Needles
addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 60cm (24in) 2.75mm, addi Basic Fixed Circular Knitting Needles 60cm (24in) 3.25mm
