A THEORY OF STYLE Sweater

This relaxed-fit sweater is designed for those who appreciate clear shapes and enjoy creating a beautiful garment using straightforward knitting techniques.

At first glance, the silhouette feels calm and effortless. On closer inspection, subtle details emerge, giving the design its depth and character.

The gentle O-shape is created through deliberately placed decreases, adding volume without weight. A slightly longer back, generously shaped sleeves, and a classic crew neckline come together to form a balanced, easy silhouette.

The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down. A European shoulder construction supports the clean lines of the design, while the sleeves are picked up directly from the body.

The pattern has been carefully test knitted and technically reviewed, ensuring a reliable and enjoyable knitting experience.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4) 5 (6, 7) 8 (9, 10)
#sizeinclusive

FINISHED CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE
110.5 (122.5, 132, 141) 150.5 (162.5, 172) 181 (190.5, 202.5) cm
44.25 (49, 52.75, 56.5) 60.25 (65, 68.75) 72.5 (76.25, 81)’’.
The sweater has been designed to fit with a positive ease of approx. 12 - 14” (30 - 35 cm). Choose your size according to your desired fit / ease.

YARN CONSUMPTION
These amounts are estimates only. The actual yarn consumption will vary based on the yarn’s fiber content, thickness, your individual tension, and any adjustments you make to the pattern.

ARAN weight (180 m (197 yds) / 100g)
850 (1070, 1170, 1260) 1350 (1430, 1540) 1650 (1760, 1880) m
930 (1180, 1280, 1380) 1480 (1570, 1690) 1810 (1930, 2060) yds

SUGGESTED YARN
WOOL LOCAL ARAN by Erika Knight (100% Wool, 180 m (197 yds) - 100 g).
5 (6, 7, 8) 8 (9, 9) 10 (11, 12) hanks in colourway 810 Cranfield.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Ribbing: 4.5mm / US 7 - 100 cm / 40’’ or longer circular needles. Body / Sleeves: 5 mm / US 8 - 100 cm / 40’’ or longer circular needles.
If preferred, double-pointed needles in the appropriate sizes for knitting the sleeves.
a wool needle
stitch markers
a safety pin
Use the needle size you need to get the correct gauge.

GAUGE
17 sts x 23 rows to 10 cm / 4’’ on 5.0 mm / US 8 needles in St St, after blocking.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
INTERMEDIATE - ★★★☆☆
Techniques used: Knit & purl stitches, knit stitches together, increases (M1R / M1L), German short rows, pick up stitches, backward loop cast on, Italian bind off.

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