Cloud Stripe is a sweater that uses yarns to add interest, lightness and drape to its simple construction.

It is designed especially for those who love seamless knits: worked from the top down with short rows at the neckline and raglan shoulder shaping.

The cashmerino stripes at the waist and forearm are felted and add texture and may shrink slightly. (Its easy to felt, just wet and rub the stripe vigorously.. adding a cheap washing detergent can speed up the process.)

The result is a light, airy fabric reminiscent of clouds, inspired by Teresa Dair’s contemporary style.
http://www.ravelry.com/people/teresa-d

It is knit with Dairing Seta Soie Silk, a beautiful textured 100% silk, and Dairing hand dyed cashmerino. http://www.dairing.com.au

YARDAGE / YARN SUGGESTION - Lace Weight Yarns
Yarn 1 (main colour) Seta Soie Silk by Dairing Yarns
Approx yardage: 1000(1200,1400,1600,1800)
Approx meterage: 915(1100,1300,1500,1700)
Yarn 2 (stripes) Hand Dyed Cashmerino by Dairing Yarns
Approx yardage: 300
Approx meterage: 275

GAUGE
26sts & 32 rows = 4” in stockinette

NOTIONS
Stitch holders / waste yarn
Stitch markers
Darning needle

NEEDLES
Circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge
DPN’s in size needed to obtain gauge
Suggested needle size = 4mm (US 6)

APPROX FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Bust 79(86.5,94,101.5,109)cm / 31(34,37,40,43)”
Hip 81.5(89,96.5,104.5,112)cm / 32(35,38,41,44)”
Waist 73(81,89,96.5,104)cm / 29(32,35,38,41)”
Felted stripes can reduce waist measurement

SUGGESTED FIT
Garment is intended to have approximately 0 to + 2” at bust