Colder Than Yesterday Sweater

This comfortable sweater with a relaxed fit features a slightly oversized silhouette and classic saddle shoulders. It is quick and easy to knit, combining a timeless crew neck with clean, modern lines.

The interesting construction and casual look make it the perfect companion for chilly days when you just need a little more warmth than yesterday. Two yarns are knitted together to create a delicate melange and a beautifully soft fabric.

The pattern has been thoroughly test-knitted and technically reviewed – ensuring a smooth and reliable knitting experience.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE: 90 (100, 110, 120, 130) (140, 150, 160, 170, 180) cm / 36 (40, 44, 48, 52) (56, 60, 64, 68, 72)".
TOTAL LENGTH FROM SHOULDER POINT: 54 (56, 57, 59.5, 61.5) (64, 65.5, 67.5, 69, 71.5) cm / 21.5 (22.5, 22.75, 23.75, 24.5) (25.5, 26.25, 27, 27.5, 28.5)".
LENGTH FROM UNDERARM TO HEM: 36 cm / 14.5".
SLEEVE LENGTH FROM UNDERARM: 44 cm / 17.5".
NECKLINE CIRCUMFERENCE: 41.5 (41.5, 45, 45, 47) (49, 52.5, 56.5, 56.5, 56.5) cm / 16.5 (16.5, 18, 18, 18.75) (19.5, 21, 22.5, 22.5, 22.5)".
UPPER ARM CIRCUMFERENCE: 30 (32.5, 35, 40, 45) (48.5, 51.5, 55, 58.5, 62.5) cm / 12 (13, 14, 16, 18) (19.5, 20.5, 22, 23.5, 25)".
CUFF CIRCUMFERENCE: 18 (18, 18, 19.5, 19.5) (19.5, 21, 21, 21, 22.5) cm / 7.25 (7.25, 7.25, 7.75, 7.75) (7.75, 8.5, 8.5, 8.5, 9)".

The sweater is designed with approximately 15–25 cm / 6–10" of positive ease. Choose your size according to your desired fit / ease.

MATERIALS
These are approximate values only. Actual yarn consumption will vary depending on fiber, weight, your individual gauge, and any custom modifications to the pattern.

Yarn 1: 5 (5, 6, 7, 7) (8, 9, 9, 10, 11) skeins of Andes by Amano (60% Alpaca, 40% Patagonian Wool, 150 m / 164 yds – 50 g), in color 2709 Qinoa Beige.
Or approx. 540 (610, 670, 760, 850) (940, 1030, 1120, 1210, 1320) m / 600 (670, 740, 840, 930) (1030, 1130, 1230, 1330, 1450) yds in Sport / Light DK weight yarn.

Alternative yarn suggestions for Yarn 1 include Hamelton Tweed 1 GOTS by BC Garn, Light Alpaca Merino by Katia, or Kid Classic by Rowan.

Yarn 2: 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins of Uma by Amano (37% Baby Suri Alpaca, 37% Super Kid Mohair, 26% Mulberry Silk, 210 m / 230 yds – 25 g), in color 1915 Pearl.
Or approx. 540 (610, 670, 760, 850) (940, 1030, 1120, 1210, 1320) m / 600 (670, 740, 840, 930) (1030, 1130, 1230, 1330, 1450) yds of Silk Mohair yarn in Lace weight.

Alternative yarn suggestions for Yarn 2 include Svala by BC Garn, Tynn Silk Mohair by Sandnes Garn, or Kidsilk Haze by Rowan.

Yarn 1 and Yarn 2 are held together throughout the entire pattern.

NEEDLES
4.5 mm / US 7 circular needle, at least 80 cm / 32" long, for the ribbing; 5 mm / US 8 circular needle, at least 80 cm / 32" long, for body and sleeves, plus an additional circular needle of the same size.

NOTIONS
7 stitch markers (4 of which are locking stitch markers), waste yarn or stitch holders, a tapestry needle.

Use the needle size that gives you the correct gauge.

GAUGE
16 sts x 25 rows = 10 cm / 4", in stockinette stitch on 5 mm / US 8 needles, after blocking.

SKILL LEVEL
ADVANCED BEGINNER – ★★☆☆☆
Techniques used: Cast on, knit and purl stitches, knit two together, make one right / make one left (M1R / M1L) increases, pick up stitches, provisional cast-on, bind off.