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DETAILS
The Bermudiana Sweater is a cozy, oversized garment designed to envelop you in warmth and style. This drop sleeve sweater is crafted seamlessly from the bottom up, culminating in a delightfully relaxed turtleneck that drapes effortlessly around the neck. Ideal for knitters looking to hone their skills, this project invites you to delve into the art of stranded colorwork knitting and the intriguing technique of steeking.

The detailed chart included provides clear guidance on where to catch your floats, ensuring a smooth and even fabric. Additionally, it suggests the optimal placement for a ladder in the Ladder Back Jacquard technique, which helps maintain a clean and polished surface without any strands peeking through. To further assist you, there are links to excellent YouTube video tutorials that offer step-by-step instructions for mastering the Ladder Back Jacquard method and steeking.

One of the many advantages of this sweater pattern is that it eliminates the need to work colorwork on the wrong side, simplifying the process and allowing you to focus on creating a beautiful, intricate design. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a curious beginner, the Bermudiana Sweater promises to be a rewarding and stylish addition to your handmade wardrobe.

GAUGE
26 sts & 28 rows in 4”/10cm stockinette and/or colorwork pattern on US5/3.75mm needles

FIT & SIZE
To fit the following finished bust measurements with 6 to 10” or 15 to 25 cm of positive ease. 37 (41, 45, 50, 54, 58, 62, 67)” or 94 (104, 114, 127, 137, 148, 157, 170) cm for finished bust.

Sample knit in a size 3 on a 38” or 97 cm bust.

YARN
MC = g-uld New Zealandsk Lammeuld color Indigo. 100% Wool. 492 yards or 450 meters per 100-gram skein. Required: 206 (228, 250, 278, 300, 322, 344, 372) grams or 1011 (1120, 1230, 1367, 1476, 1585, 1695, 1831) yards or 925 (1025, 1125, 1250, 1350, 1450, 1550, 1675) meters.

CC1 = Rauma Finullgarn color 401 Natural White. 100% Wool. 191 yards or 175 meters per 50-gram skein. Required: 49 (54, 59, 66, 71, 76, 81, 88) grams or 185 (205, 225, 250, 270, 290, 311, 336) yards or 169 (188, 206, 229, 247, 266, 284, 307) meters.

CC2 = Rauma Finullgarn color 4006 Blue/Grey. 100% Wool. 191 yards or 175 meters per 50-gram skein. Required: 100 (111, 122, 136, 146, 157, 168, 182) grams or 383 (425, 466, 518, 559, 601, 642, 694) yards or 350 (388, 426, 473, 511, 549, 587, 634) meters.

CC2 = La Bien Aimee Mohair Silk color Winterfell. 70% Goat – Mohair, 30% Mulberry Silk. 547 yards or 500 meters per 50-gram skein. Required: 29 (32, 35, 39, 42, 45, 48, 52) grams or 315 (349, 383, 425, 459, 494, 528, 570) yards or 288 (319, 350, 389, 420, 451, 482, 521) meters. This was used only for color depth, not gauge.

I held 2 yarns together for CC2 to get the depth of color required, not to adjust gauge so the mohair is not at all required should you wish to not use.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS

• US 3/3.25 mm needles – collar & cuffs (2 needle sizes smaller than that of gauge).
• US 4/3.5 mm needles – hem (1 needle size smaller than that of gauge).
• US 5/3.75 mm needles - body and sleeves (needles to meet gauge).
• 16 (18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30) stitch markers for pattern repeat plus 2 for steeks and one distinct marker for BOR.
• Tool for steek reinforcement: sewing machine, crochet hook or needle felting kit (knitters’ choice).
• Small, sharp scissors for steek.
• Tapestry needle to sew in all the ends.