This sweater is designed to the specifications of my dear stepdaughter Jessica, who asked for a “boyfriend sweater.” I took that to mean something easy and comfortable and that would go with everything, just like a good boyfriend. Worked from the bottom up in pieces, the design features an easy A-line fit, extra-long raglan sleeves, and very handy “kangaroo” pockets.

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X)

Finished Measurements
Bust: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)”
Length: 27.5 (29.25, 29.75, 30.5, 31, 31.5, 32.25)”

Materials
1200 (1400, 1600, 1800, 2000, 2200) yards worsted weight yarn
Samples worked in:
Neighborhood Fiber Co. STUDIO WORSTED (200g/400 yards, 100% superwash wool) - 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) skeins Amy Sherald
Anzula FOR BETTER OR WORSTED (100g/200 yards, 80% merino wool, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon) - 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins Seaside

One pair each size 6 (4.0mm) and size 8 (5.0mm) needles, or size needed to obtain correct gauge
One 47” size 6 (4.0mm) circular needle, or size needed to accommodate stitches for button band
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
6 (6, 6, 7, 7, 7) ¾” diameter buttons

Gauge
In St stitch using larger needles, 19 sts & 26 rows = 4”/10cm.
To save time, take time to check gauge.

This pattern was originally published in Cast On Magazine, the official publication of The Knitting Guild Association, and is available for free to members on their website. For membership information, go to TKGA.org.