This sweater is worked bottom-up in two pieces that are stitched together. First, the Back is worked in a cable pattern with 16-stitch cables, a 10-stitch cable and stocking stitch. The Underbelly is worked back and forth separately with 16-stitch cables and stocking stitch at the tail end and working towards the neck. After completing the Back and Underbelly, stitches from both are worked together to form the Collar. Lastly, the Back and Underbelly sides are seamed together, and the Collar is seamed closed.
The pattern includes written step-by-step instructions. Suitable for intermediate to experienced knitters.

Yarn: any double knitting.
Sample made with Drops Karisma, 100% wool, shade Off White 01, 50 g / 100 m / 109 yards. 2 balls for size Small. 3 balls for size Medium and Large. 4 balls for size Extra Large.

Needles
3.5 mm / US4. 3.75 mm / US5 or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge
20 sts and 28 rows measure 10 cm / 4 inches in stocking stitch using 3.75 mm / US5 needle (s).
Sizes and measurements
To fit chest:
Small (S) 30-32.5 cm / 12-13 inches
Medium (M) 35-37.5 cm / 14-15 inches
Large (L) 40-42.5 cm / 16-17 inches
Extra-Large (Ex-L) 45-47.5 cm / 18-19 inches