AVFKW x Midori Hirose - Ranunculus Bundle

Ranunculus has been on our to-knit list for a long time and wow, we are over the moon! The sweater is so beautiful in person. It is hard to capture the pretty details and the subtle nuances of the fabric on camera. Hopefully, you will take our word for it!

This sweater is knit top-down. Across the collarbone and chest there are lace and textured stitches designed to resemble a necklace.

Our version of the Ranunculus is knit by holding together a strand of Wild Bloom with Frond, resulting in an incredibly lightweight and soft sweater. There are a number of options Midori Hirose includes in the pattern, here is what we chose:
+ Smaller neckline
+ Long sleeves (without diagonal cuff)

This bundle includes enough yarn to knit the sweater as modeled. So if you want a shorter sleeve and / or larger neckline options given in the pattern you are covered.

Please note: Our sleeves are knit to the same spec as outlined in the pattern, though come to a 3/4 length on Kristine. If you would like a longer sleeve or longer body, please consider purchasing more yarn. (There was enough yarn left for 52.75" to knit a longer sleeve.)

Ease: Kristine is modeling the sweater and her full chest circumference is 38". Our sample is a size 52.75".

Finished Bust Measurement: 46 (48.5, 50.75, 52.75)(55, 57.5, 59.5)(61.75, 65.25, 68.5, 70.75)” / 117 (123, 129, 134) (140, 146, 151)(157, 166, 174, 180) cm

Gauge: 14 sts x 20 rows = 4" / 10cm in stockinette

Yarn:
AVFKW Wild Bloom, 41% Baby Alpaca, 35% Silk, 13% Merino, 10% Yak, 437 yds per 50g
2 (2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2) (2, 3, 3, 3) skeins
AVFKW Frond, 72% Kid Mohair, 28% Silk, 459 yds per 50g
2 (2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 3, 3) skeins

This bundle includes:
2-3 skeins of Wild Bloom yarn and 2-3 skeins of Frond yarn (depending on size chosen).

Colorway Options: 
+ Wild Bloom Rain Cloud + Frond Crystal Clear (sample color) 
+ Wild Bloom Succulent + Frond Lamb's Ear
+ Wild Bloom Ochre + Frond Mother of Pearl 
+ Wild Bloom Lady Extravaganza + Frond Blush
+ Wild Bloom Mollusk + Frond Marine Layer

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CROCKING
When working with yarn dyed with indigo and with medium to dark shades of natural dyes (especially on slick fibers like mohair), it is common and natural for the dye to rub off on one’s hands while making. This is called crocking. Although the goods have been washed, it takes pressured contact to release the extra dye. Your handwork is part of the dyeing process. The dye can be removed with hot water and soap. From working closely with dyed materials through the making process, typically, the excess dye has been removed, and the crocking will cease.

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ALWAYS use pH-neutral soap when blocking and washing natural dyes.

Please note the fiber content of the material you are working with, and follow the applicable instructions: 

Cotton or linen - Machine washable on cool cycle. Lay flat to dry.

Superwash Wool - Machine washable on cool cycle, though hand wash recommended. Lay flat to dry.

Wool and Wool blends - Handwash only in lukewarm water. Lay flat to dry.

Yarn that has been pre-ordered and / or purchased can be exchanged
within 45 days from when we contact you to pick it up (for curbside pickup) or from the day that we ship it for store credit only (less any shipping costs) as long as it is in its original condition (ball band in place). After this time period, yarn can no longer be returned for store credit. We do not refund original or return shipping costs. Please read our full policy here.

If you would like to add-to-order, please click here to review the instructions. We cannot refund shipping charges.

If you would like to apply a discount code, please click here to review the instructions. We cannot refund discounts.

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Packages ship Tuesday through Saturday via USPS. Once shipped, you will receive a confirmation email and tracking number. Please use the tracking number provided and contact the shipping carrier directly with any questions about transit and delivery. 

Please select the insured option at checkout to ensure compensation for a lost package. Once the package has been picked up by the shipping carrier, we are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged packages. We do not offer refunds or credits for lost or stolen packages.

If you select an insured option and need to file a claim with USPS, we will provide you with the documentation needed to complete your claim. Packages are insured for the order total. If your package is stolen, please contact your credit card company to receive any possible compensation. 

US orders $149 pre-tax and above:
Free - Ships in 5 business days, uninsured
$5 - Ships in 4 business days, insured
$12 - Ships in 3 business days, insured

US orders under $149 pre-tax:
$9.00 - Ships in 5 business days, uninsured
$11 - Ships in 4 business days, insured
$20 - Ships in 3 business days, insured

Canada: $28*
International: $35*

*For packages weighing 2 pounds plus, there will be additional shipping charges. Please contact us for a quote.

International Orders
All international orders are shipped uninsured USPS First Class Parcel Post. We are not responsible for packages which are held in customs or lost. International orders may incur customs fees. We are not responsible for fees you may incur. International shipments can take two months to reach their destination. We caution against placing an order if you live outside the United States. At this time, we are unable to ship to the United Kingdom due to the complicated VAT situation. 

Curbside Pick-Up
To pick up your order at our shop, when checking out, under shipping method, choose Pick up at our Oakland store - 6328 San Pablo Ave.

You will receive an email when your order is ready. Orders placed Tuesday-Saturday are typically ready within 2-3 hours. To pick up your order, come to the shop between 11am - 3pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Knock on the front door and give us your name. 

Pre-orders
Pre-orders will ship on the date listed on the product’s webpage. If you ordered additional items, all items will be shipped with your pre-order. If you would like those items shipped separately, please place two separate orders.