This design is part of the Reno Rafter 7: The Nevada Collection, a collaboration with Jimmy Beans Wool. The pattern will be live and available for sale on Friday, January 21.

Reno Rafter 7 is Jimmy Bean’s Wool’s first-ever truly local yarn! Made with wool from Rafter 7 sheep raised by the University of Nevada, Reno; spun into yarn by Mountain Meadow Wool; dyed by hand at Madelinetosh; and for sale exclusively at Jimmy Beans Wool!

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

Bust: 36.25 (40, 44.25, 48, 52.25) (56, 60.25, 64, 68.22)”
Intended to fit with 2-6” of positive ease

Materials
Jimmy Beans Wool Reno Rafter 7 (100% Rafter 7 Merino Wool; 100g/215 yds)
• Librarian’s Dream (MC) – 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) (5, 5, 6, 6) skeins
• Cactus (CC1) – 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) (3, 3, 3, 4) skeins
• Natural (CC2) – 1 skein, all sizes
• Sierra Sunrise (CC3) – 1 skein, all sizes
Needles: US Sizes 4 (3.5 mm), 6 (4 mm) & 7 (4.5 mm): 16”, 32” circular & set of dpns
Notions: Stitch marker, stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle

Gauge
22 sts x 28 rnds = 4” in St on US Size 6
22 sts x 25 rnds = 4” in stranded knitting on US Size 7

Cactus Bloom is inspired by rolling mountains, abundant sagebrush, and the occasional pop of color along the Nevada landscape. This sweater is knit seamlessly from the top down. The beginning of round occurs at the center back neck. The color pattern is achieved with stranded knitting. Where possible, in the charted portion, slip the first stitch of the round when beginning a new section to avoid color jogs.

Shown in a slightly cropped length, Cactus Bloom is perfect for layering over long or short sleeved tops and dresses. The length is easily modified to be shorter or longer – just be sure to take your yarn needs into consideration.