Using the same marltarsia cable panel as the matching Shana Hat, this top is so much fun to knit, thanks to the modular design. The centre panels are knit from the bottom up, then the sleeves and sides are worked from the center out. The ribbed edgings are the finishing touches, and the only sections worked in the round. As each new section is added, the initial row is worked in Cabrito, creating a subtle but clear indication of how the top was constructed.
Designer
Stephanie Earp
Finished Size
Finished Bust Circumference: 35½ (38½, 41½, 46½) (49½, 54, 58½, 61½)”
Sweater shown measures 38½”.
Yarn
Shown in H2444 Harbor (Alpaca Heather MC) and R9041 Chameleon (Cabrito CC)
Alpaca Heather:
Sweater: 7 (7, 8, 8) (9, 10, 11, 12) sks MC.
Hat: 1 sk MC for both sizes.
Cabrito:
Sweater: 1 sk CC for all sizes.
Hat: 1 sk CC for both sizes.
Notions
Stitch holders (Sweater only)
Stitch markers
Cable needle
Tapestry needle
Gauge
Sweater: 21 sts and 31½ rows = 4”/10cm in Rev St st with MC using larger needles, after blocking.
Hat: 22 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10cm in Rev St st with MC using larger needles, after blocking.
Needle Size
Sweater
US 6 / 4mm straight needles and 32” or longer circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
US 5 / 3.75mm 32” circular needle and double-pointed needles
Hat
US 6 / 4mm straight needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
US 5 / 3.75mm straight needles
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