This sweater is inspired by dry fields blowing in the winter wind. Designed with high contrast colorwork in the striking wheatear stitch, classic lines, and positive ease, it's perfect for cuddling up on the couch. Experience level Intermediate Yarn TECHNO (LIGHT BULKY) (68% Baby Alpaca, 22% Silk, 10% Extra Fine Merino; 50g/120yds): 7 (7, 8, 9, 10) (11, 12, 13) hanks A, 1 hank B Color shown Metro Silver No. 1971 (A) Tranquil No. 1988 (B) Gauge 15.5 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette using largest needle Needles & notions US 9 - 5.5 mm US 10 - 6.0 mm Spare needle for Three-Needle BO Stitch holder or waste yarn Stitch markers Locking stitch markers Tapestry needle Yardage 960 - 1680 yards (878 - 1536 m) Sizes available XS-5XL Finished dimensions Chest circumference: 31 (36¼, 41¼, 46½, 51½) (56¾, 62, 67)" Length: 25 (25, 25½, 26, 26½) (27, 27½, 28)" Sleeve to underarm: 19" Note The instructions are written with the unique "wheat ear stitch" worked while knitting the sweater. However, some knitters may prefer to embroider the motif on after it's complete, depending on which technique you are most comfortable with.
