Kurama by Kristen TenDyke

Kurama

Knitting
October 2015
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16.5 stitches and 23 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch with larger needles, after blocking
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 9 - 5.5 mm
1020 - 1700 yards (933 - 1554 m)
31½ (34½, 37¼, 40¼, 43¼, 46, 49, 52)" [80 (87.5, 94.5, 102, 110, 117, 124.5, 132) cm] bust circumference
English
This pattern is available for $6.50 USD
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A uniquely constructed cardigan for those seeking an interesting project, Kristen Tendyke’s Kurama features modified drop sleeve cap shaping to create vertical lines at the edge of the shoulder, while the bodice is knit sideways from the center of the body to the cuffs. Perfect for knitters who enjoy a fun challenge and the rewards that come with it.

Shown in size 31½“ / 80 cm with 1½” / 4 cm negative ease

yarn
osprey
sedum 142 / 6 (7, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 10) skeins

needles
29” circular in sizes US 8 and 9 / 5 and 5.5 mm
set dpns in sizes US 8 and 9 / 5 and 5.5 mm

gauge
16½ sts and 23 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles, after blocking
15 sts and 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm in garter stitch with smaller needles, after blocking

skills required
Long-tail, cable, and crochet provisional cast ons (links provided); increasing, decreasing, picking up stitches, working in the round.