CHANGELING Test Knitting Specs
CHANGELING is a light fingering weight, all-over colorwork sweater with compound raglan construction and a dip stitch column in the center front. Worked in the round with cardigan (involves steeking!) and pullover variations.
Yarn support is available from Les Garçons with 15% off their British 4-ply base. Discount code will be provided to testers upon acceptance.
TEST DATES:
May 22, 2026 - August 23, 2026
This test knit will be hosted on Slack.
Testers will be selected from the KC Knitting Co private testing pool, which means you are pre-approved and do not need to submit a formal application.
There are 2-3 testing spots per size and variation (cardigan or pullover) available. Spots will be filled first come, first serve, with the option to be waitlisted in case a spot opens up before the test start date.
The test begins on Friday, May 22, 2026, when a formatted, fully tech-edited pattern will be sent to testers who have completed a gauge swatch.
Pattern info
SIZING
1, 2, 3, (4, 5, 6), ((7, 8, 9, 10))
Upper chest measurement:
27.75, 31.75, 35.75, (39.25, 40.75, 42.25), ((44.5, 47.5, 50.5, 53.5))”/ 69.5, 79.5, 89.5, (98, 102, 105.5), ((111.5, 119, 126.5, 134))) cm
Finished bust circumference:
32.5, 36.5, 39.5, (43.5, 46.5, 50.5), ((53.5, 57.5, 60.5, 64.5))”/ 81.5, 91.5, 99, (109, 116.5, 126.5), ((134, 144, 151.5, 161.5)) cm
It is recommended that you choose the size that corresponds with your upper chest measurement, which is the circumference of your body just under the armpits. If your measurement falls between sizes, choose the size closest to your measurement (e.g. if your upper chest measures 45”/112.5cm, you will choose size 7).
For more explanation and a visual reference of where to measure: https://onewilddesigns.com/blogs/articles/using-the-upper-chest-measurement-to-choose-your-sweater-size
Suggested fit is 10% positive ease at bust. For more detailed measurements, download schematic here.
MATERIALS
Yarn:
Light fingering weight yarn, worsted or woolen spun, at least 2-ply for optimal stitch definition
Note that using a woolen spun yarn will result in a more lightweight fabric and using a worsted spun yarn will result in a denser fabric. Light fingering is recommended over fingering or sock weight yarn due to the tight gauge and thickness of fabric created by all-over colorwork.
Les Garçons British 4-Ply, 70% Bluefaced Leicester wool and 30% masham wool, non-superwash
437yd/ 400 m per 100 g skein
Sample uses Louis’ Shade (dark blue) and Vincent’s Highland Coo (brown).
Yardage:
MC: 1000, 1065, 1110, (1218, 1300, 1400), ((1485, 1597, 1854)) yds/ 915, 974, 1015, (1114, 1189, 1280), ((1358, 1460, 1695)) m
CC: 667, 710, 740, (812, 867, 933), ((990, 1065, 1236)) yds/ 610, 649, 677, (743, 793, 853), ((905, 974, 1130)) m
These numbers are estimates based on the pattern measurements as written and include a 15% buffer. Your actual yardage may vary based on the weight of yarn used and/or any modifications you choose to make.
Needle size:
US 3/3.25mm, or size needed to obtain gauge, 16”/40cm, 24” 60cm, and 32-47”/80-117.5cm circular for raglan increases and body, DPNS or long circular for Magic Loop for sleeves
US 2/3.00mm, or one size smaller than main needle, 16”/40cm circular for collar, DPNs or long circular for Magic Loop for cuffs, and 32”/80cm circular for button band edging
Depending on the yarn used, your needle size may vary to obtain gauge.
Tools: Scrap yarn/spare cables, non-superwash light fingering weight yarn in contrast color to MC and CC, stitch markers (fixed and removable), 2.25mm crochet hook (or ~2 sizes smaller than main needle), tapestry needle
Notions: 10 size 1 sew on snap buttons, sturdy sewing thread in similar shade as MC
Gauge:
32 sts x 36 rows = 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm) in stranded colorwork in the round
You should prioritize row gauge for this pattern. Guidance is provided to adjust sizes if stitch gauge is too small after meeting row gauge.
SKILLS
Stranded colorwork, German Short Rows, increases and decreases, dip stitch, steeking
