Pattern 9886 - Special XL, Special XL Tweed

Sweater & Cardigan

We just adore the texture of these classic chunky knits with raglan sleeves. A lovely fitted design, the sweater has a suble roll neck while the round neck cardigan has a cute button fastening at the top making it ideal for layering. Both use rice stitch to create the eyecatching texture.  

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Special XL

Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market with a huge number of colours to choose from. This yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine. The Special range includes 4-ply, DK, Aran, Chunky, XL and Baby qualities in a fabulous range of colours to meet every knitter (and crocheters) needs. Special XL is an ideal yarn for beginner knitters or those who want results fast!

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Weight: Super Chunky

Composition: 100% Premium Acrylic

Ball Size: 200g

Meterage: 136m/148yds

Wash & Care: Machine washable 30C, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron



Special XL Tweed

Now with added tweed effect, Special XL Tweed is ideal for beginner knitters and those who are looking for quick makes. The tweed effect comes from the addition of a viscose nepp. Colours are fun and energetic. Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market with a huge number of colours to choose from. This yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine. The Special range includes 4-ply, DK, Aran, Chunky, XL and Baby qualities in a fabulous range of colours to meet every knitter (and crocheters) needs.

View all Special XL Tweed shades

Weight: Super Chunky

Composition: 97% Premium Acrylic, 3% viscose

Ball Size: 100g

Meterage: 68m/74yds

Wash & Care: Machine washable 30C, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron



You will need: 1 p air 10 m m (UK 0 00 – U SA 15) knitting needles and 1 pair 9 mm (UK 00 – USA 13) knitting needles. Stitch holders. 1 button, 3-4cm for cardigan.

Cardigan
Sizes81-86 cm
32-34 in
91-97 cm
36-38 in
102-107 cm
40-42 in
112-117 cm
44-46in
122-127 cm
48-50 in
Special XL Tweed, Silver 120389101112
Sweater
Sizes81-86 cm
32-34 in
91-97 cm
36-38 in
102-107 cm
40-42 in
112-117 cm
44-46in
122-127 cm
48-50 in
Special XL, Parma Violet 172445667

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