The Pattern
A Los Angeles Winter is a modern, urban sweater with a hint of tradition. The dropped stitches and easy-to-memorize stitch pattern translate to quicker knitting.

Sizes and Measurements
XS (S, M, L)
30 (33.5, 37.5, 40)“ actual garment measurements

Designed to fit with negative to zero ease.

Materials
4 hanks Cascade Eco Duo 70% Baby Alpaca/30% Merino Wool (197 yd/100gr)

OR

2 (2, 3, 3) hanks Twist Yarns of Intrigue Superfine Alpaca 100% Alpaca (650 yd/225 gr)

Weight: Sport
Color: Pewter or Spice or Evening Mist

Superfine Alpaca is held double.

Needles
Size US 9 / 5.5 mm circular needle, 16” (for knitting flat and for knitting the neckband in the round)
Optional: Size US 9 / 5.5 mm circular needle, 24” (for knitting the front and back in larger sizes)

Other
Cable needle
Stitch holder
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle for finishing

Gauge
In st st, 4.5 sts and 5.5 rows = 1”.