A drop-shoulder sweater is often the choice as a “first sweater” because of the minimal amount of shaping. But that doesn’t mean it has to be an endless sea of stockinette (unless that’s what you want). Austin is a unisex design that takes the drop shoulder and adds a surprisingly easy slip-stitch pattern in three colors to make a sweater that’s not only interesting to knit but also fun to wear.

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X)

Finished Measurements
Chest: 32.25 (35.25, 39.75, 44, 47, 51.25, 55.75)”
Length: 22.25 (23, 24.25, 26, 27, 28, 29)”

Materials
Kelbourne Woolens Scout (100g, 274 yds, 100% wool) 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5) skeins Oatmeal (MC), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) sk Mulberry (CC1), 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) sk Scarlet (CC2), and 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) sk Graphite (CC3)
Size 7 (4.5mm) needles or size to get gauge
Size 6 (4mm) needles, or one size smaller than those used for body
Size 6 (4mm) circular or double point needles, or one size smaller than those used for the body, for neckband
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Gauge
In Tri Color Slip Stitch, 22 sts and 35 rows = 4”/10cm.
To save time, take time to check gauge.