Once Upon a Time Collection

ADELE
$6.50

GOODS:
Rowan Big Wool (80m/87yds), shown in Smooch (shade 031) 6 balls.
Knitting needles, #15(10mm)(12mm) circulars, 36”(100cm); 2 double pointed needles, #17(12mm) for creating I-cord (optional); tapestry needle.

MEASURE: 26”(66cm) at neck edge x 15”(38cm) length x 48.5”(123cm) width at hem edge. One size fits most.

GAUGE: 7.5 sts x 11 rows = 4”x 4” (10cm x 10cm) in garter stitch using #17(12mm) needles. A perfect project for the knitter wanting to move beyond scarves. Worked from the top down, Adèle is fast to knit and always fun to wear; super-lofty merino wool makes for almost instant gratification!

Adèle...memories of reading Jane Eyre while huddled under a warm wooly blanket...tiny Adèle from the Bronte tale would have loved this easy-to knit-capelet with its seriously fun pompoms and feminine color...perhaps secretly Jane would have as well.

GISELLE
$6.50

GOODS
Rowan Biggy Print (33yds/30m), shown in Razzle Dazzle (shade 246), 6 balls.
Knitting needles, #19(15mm)$(20mm), circulars work best with this lofty yarn; tapestry needle; 1.5 yds(1.37m) of 3/4“ (1.9cm) French velvet ribbon.

MEASURE 29”(74cm) neck x 22”(56cm) total length including collar x 52” (133cm) bottom width for sz m-l. Size xs-s: bottom width: 50” (127cm); size xl: 54”(137cm).

GAUGE: 6 sts x 6 rows= 4”x 4” (10cm x 10cm) in stockinette stitch using #36(20mm) needles. This garment should accommodate most sizes as written, due to the velvet drawstring at the neck. Top-down construction allows you to try on capelet and adjust the length or number of increases if necessary. For size xs-s & xl follow directions in parentheses, adding or subtracting increase rows as indicated. Garment shown in size m-l.

Giselle…revisit your childhood princess dress-up fantasies, now given a modern twist with richly colored raspberry and smoke- toned merino wool and a playful ribbon closure. Knit from the top down, Giselle is finished in a flash, ready to accompany your grown-up flights of fancy.

LULU
$6.50

GOODS
Rowan Big Wool (80m/87yds), shown in Cassis (shade 024), 4 balls.
Crochet hooks, size P/(15mm) and Q/(16mm), tapestry needle.

MEASURE 28”(71cm) neck circumference x 18”(46cm) length x 58”(147cm) bottom circumference. One size fits most. GAUGE: 5 triple crochet sts (trc) x 3 Rows trc = 4”x 4”(10cm x 10cm) using size Q hook. KEY TO SYMBOLS chain = ch slip st = sl st rd(s) = round(s) single crochet = sc skip = sk double crochet = dc sc between trc = sbt triple crochet = trc half double crochet = hdc A super project for the advanced beginner who wants to move beyond crocheted scarves! Done up with large crochet hooks and lofty merino wool yarn, you’ll be struttin’ down the boulevard in snap time.

Lulu...sassy and fun to wear Lulu takes you from relaxed to elegant with a quick change of accessories. Wear her with your favorite jeans for an instant upgrade to classy casual, or toss on a silk scarf knotted at the neck and you’re ready for Cosmos aprés midi with your gal pals.

MARGAUX
$7.00

GOODS
Rowan Ribbon Twist (66 yds/60m), shown in Racy (shade 117), 6 balls.
Knitting needles, #15(10mm) circulars, 24”(60cm) & 36”(100cm), 1”(2cm) buttons to cover, small remnant of washable velvet fabric, yarn remnants for tassel and button loops, tapestry needle, crochet hook: size K (6.5mm).

MEASURE Size m-l (as shown): 19”(48cm) length x 53”(134.5cm) at hem width. Size xs-s: 17”(43cm) length x 50”(127cm) at hem width. Hood length: 18”(46cm). Pattern is written in size m-l with xs-s in parentheses.

GAUGE: With #15(10mm) needles: 8 sts x 14 rows = 4”x 4”(10cm x 10cm).

Margaux...the French Lieutenant’s woman meets Little Red Riding Hood...why should only little girls have this much fun when it comes to dressing up...velvety wine covered buttons and a playful tassel keep the mood fanciful while the generous hood adds a touch of intrigue.

NATHALIE
$6.50

GOODS
Rowan Big Wool (80 m/87 yds), shown in Tricky (shade 030), 3-4 balls, depending on length desired.
Knitting needles, #17(12mm), 24”(60cm) circulars recommended.

MEASURE 100”(254cm) x 14”(35cm)(long version as shown) 80”(203cm) x 14”(35cm)(short version). GAUGE: 13 stitch swatch x 10 rows= 6.5”(16.5cm) x 4”(10cm). An easy pattern for advanced beginners who will need to know the following skills: knit, purl, yarn over, cable cast-on, slip stitch, and slip, slip, knit 2 together (SSK).

Large needles and delicious yarn make the project go quickly. Practice with a swatch before knitting the scarf and you’ll have the pattern memorized in no time.

Nathalie...with dreams of spring and all things blooming, this lacy confection keeps our spirits up, wrapping us in a cocoon of the softest merino wool imaginable.

ODILE
$6.50

GOODS
Short version: RYC Cashcotton or RYC Cashsoft DK (130m/142 yds), in Cashsoft Crush (shade 506), 2 balls. Long Version: Rowan Polar ((100m/109 yds), shown in Silver Lining (shade 646), 4 balls. Since Rowan Polar is now discontinued, consider using Rowan Kidsilk Haze (2 balls, yarn doubled for short version, as shown on front), or an alpaca yarn with gauge 10-10.5 (6-6.5 mm), 4 balls with 100m/109 yd yardage (for longer version). Crochet hook: size K (6.5 mm) for long version; size H (5.0 mm) for short version; tapestry needle

MEASURE Long version: 80” (203 cm) x 8” (20 cm) Short Version: 60” (152 cm) x 4.5” (11 cm) GAUGE: 10 dc = 4” (10 cm); K (6.5 mm) hook with 10-10.5 (6-6.5 mm) gauge yarn 12 dc = 4” (10 cm); H (5.0 mm) hook with Cashsoft DK. 12 dc = 4” (10 cm); H (5.0 mm) hook with Kidsilk Haze (doubled). Although this lovely, lacy scarf seems complicated, it really takes only four rounds of crochet to complete. Once you have mastered the pattern stitch, you’ll fly along and be done in a flash! Start with the shorter version to increase your skills; it only takes three rounds to finish!

ODILE…miles of flounce in a deliciously soft yarn. Perfect frosting for a Sunday afternoon tea. Gild the lily eve more with a beautiful antique brooch for extra va-ca-va voom!

VALENTINE
$6.50

GOODS
(Short version): Rowan Polar(A)(109 yds/100 m), shown in Smirk (shade 650), 3 balls; Rowan Kid Classic(B)(153 yds/140 m) in Peat (shade 832); and Rowan Kidsilk Haze(C)(229 yds/210 m) in Villan (shade 584), l ball of each. (Long version): Rowan Kid Classic(D)(153 yds/140 m), shown in Crushed Velvet (shade 825), 6 balls; Rowan Kid Classic(E) in Cherry Red (shade 847); and Rowan Kidsilk Haze(F) (229 yds/210 m) in Marmalade (shade 596), 1 ball of each. Crochet hooks: K(6.5 mm), L(8.0mm), M(9.0 mm); tapestry needle.

MEASURE For size m-l: Short version:13”(33cm) long x 29”(74 cm) neck edge x 68”(173 cm). Long version:19”(48 cm) long x 29”(74 cm) neck edge x 82”(208 cm). Size xs-s: Short version:13”(33cm) long x 25”(63cm) neck edge x 64”(162cm). Long version:19”(48 cm) long x 25”(63cm) neck edge x 78”(198cm).

GAUGE: 10 dc x 4 rows= 4”x 4” (10cm x 10cm) with size K(6.5mm) hook. This garment as shown is size m-l. Directions for xs-s are in parentheses. The tie neckline makes it easy to adjust, so Valentine may be worn off the shoulders or snugged up as your mood and size allow.

Valentine...in sophisticated and lacy pale mauve with the deepest chocolate edging or ruby wine-tinged hues, this dainty confection is most delicious on bare shoulders. With its featherweight drift of fluttery yarn...a French Girl indulgence...wear it for petit dejeuner au lit.

VIOLETTE
$6.50

GOODS
Rowan Big Wool (87yds/80m), shown in Smooch (shade 031), 1 ball.
Knitting needles, #17(12mm) circulars, 16”(40cm); one set #17 (12mm) double pointed; extra double pointed needle to use as cable needle; tapestry needle; 1.5 yds(137cm) of 3/4”(1.5cm) French velvet ribbon.

MEASURE Approximately 22”(56cm) circumference (sizes m-l) For sizes xs-s (20”/51cm) follow directions in parentheses.

GAUGE: 8 sts x 8 rows= 4”x 4” (10cm x 10cm) using #17(12mm) needle in stockinette stitch. A great project to learn new skills: creating simple cables and working in the round with double pointed needles. Suitable for the advanced beginner with the added benefit of being completely seamless. Violette finishes quickly in luxurious and lofty merino yarn. Check fit as you work, to adjust number of rounds needed to provide enough length; rounds may be added to lengthen before beginning decreases.

Violette…with a nod to the 1920’s, this very contemporary chapeau can be effortlessly pulled on to dress up the most casual attire. The French velvet bow adds a touch of femme fatale allure.

YVETTE
$7.00

GOODS
Rowan Big Wool (80m/87yds), shown in Pip (shade 015), 6 balls.
Knitting needles: #17(12mm), 24”(60cm)& 36”(100cm) circulars; #17 (12mm) double-pointed needle (to use as cable needle); vintage buttons or brooch.

MEASURE 34”(86cm) [29”/73cm] neck circumference x 20”(51cm) [18”/45.5cm] length x 62”(157cm) [58”/147cm] circumference at bottom edge.
Measurements for size xs-s are shown in brackets.

GAUGE: 8sts x 11 rows = 4”x 4”(10cmx10cm) in stockinette stitch with
#17(12mm) needles..

Yvette...once upon a time in Depression-era New Orleans a young chanteuse of 17 left her home, taking to the road with hertwo traveling musicians. She sought her fortune in the jazz joints and road houses along the Mississippi. Her journey led her to collaborations with renowned musicians of the time and finally to my father’s door...Yvette is for my mother, Yvonne Barilleau, the original French Girl.