Stripes are always in style, and Valley Yarns Arborvitae is no exception. Knit in Amherst, this women’s sweater adds interest to the timeless style with offset striping bands and notch-neckband. Arborvitae is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and then seamed. The top of the front divides to allow a contrast color placket to be added.

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Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner

Finished Measurements: Shown in size S with suggested 2–4” positive ease
Bust – 35½ (37¼, 41¾, 45¼, 49¾) (55, 57¾, 61¼, 65¾)”
Length – 24¼ (24¾, 25¼, 26¾, 27¼) (27¾, 29¼, 29¾, 30¼)”

Yarn Requirements: Valley Yarns Amherst (100% Merino Wool; 50g/109yds)
Color A – 5 (5, 6, 7, 8) (9, 9, 10, 11) balls shown in Burgundy
Color B – 5 (5, 6, 7, 7) (8, 9, 10, 11) balls shown in Light Grey

Needles:
US 6 (4.00mm) 16” & 24–32” circular
US 7 (4.50mm) 24–32” circular to get gauge

Gauge: 18 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 7 (4.50mm)