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Caramel sweater
Introducing the perfect blend of style and comfort: a cozy, knitted turtleneck sweater crafted from soft alpaca yarn. This sweater features elegant raglan lines that extend slightly for a modern touch, while the cropped cut adds a trendy twist. The sleeves are longer than usual, enhancing the cosy, oversized feel, perfect for staying warm and snug. Whether you’re lounging at home or heading out, this sweater wraps you in warmth and softness, making it an essential for colder days. Stylish yet practical, it’s the ultimate go-to for effortless, laid-back chic.
Sweater is worked top-down and in-the-round.
Yarn is held single throughout, short rows are used to raise the front of the hi-low hem. After the raglan increases are complete, the sweater is divided at the underarm. Work on body, then on the sleeves.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL, 7XL, 8XL).
Final bust measurements: 114 (120, 126, 133, 139, 145, 151, 164, 170, 183, 189, 195) cm.
Length from underarm: 30cm/12’’.
Recommended ease: 10 – 25 cm.
The sweater shown is size S with 15 cm of ease.
Yarn:
Rauma garn Puno – approx. 7 (8, 8, 9, 9, 9, 10, 10, 11, 11, 12, 12) balls, 50g/110m.
Needles:
Circular needles 6.5mm/US10.5 (main needle) 60cm/23’’.
Circular needle 5.5mm/US9 a 60cm/23’’-rib&cuffs.
Circular needle 5mm/US8 or DPNs in same size for neck(collar).
Optional for sleeves, cuffs and neck if not Magiclooping: DPNs size 6.5mm/US10.5, 5.5mm/ US9 and 5mm/US8.
Stitch markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle.
Gauge: 15.5 sts and 24 rows per 10 cm square in St st, measured after blocking.
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- First published: October 2024
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