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Introducing Currents, a pullover that captures the essence of artistry and craftsmanship, blending the rich textures of two remarkable yarns. Designed in collaboration with Mitchell Wool Co. and Spincycle Yarns, this circular yoke sweater is designed to be a go-to piece in your wardrobe, with a fit that’s as effortless as the playful stripes that adorn it. Knit from the top down, the random color-pooling of Spincycle’s handspun-looking yarn creates a unique, one-of-a-kind effect in every sweater. You get to decide where the pops of color appear, making each Currents sweater truly your own.

At the heart of Currents is Mitchell Wool Co.’s luxurious Suri Alpaca yarn. This family-run farm in Michigan is dedicated to sustainable, ethical American fiber production, dyeing their yarns using plants grown on their land. The yarn not only tells a story of American pastures and heritage, but also reflects a deep commitment to the environment.

Meanwhile, Spincycle Yarns brings a handspun magic to the sweater with their signature slow-transitioning colorways. Spun from American wool and dyed in small batches, their yarns add a distinctive charm and unexpected shifts in hue. Each skein tells its own story, evolving as you knit, making Currents not just a sweater, but an experience in discovery and creativity.

A little about the construction
This circular yoke pullover is knit from the top down incorporating fun additions of handspun yarn to create random color pooling stripes throughout the garment. Currents overall construction is a bit relaxed with the 4-8” / 10-20 cm positive ease in your recommended fit and relaxed sleeves ending at that fun bracelet length.

Pattern instructions include guidance to customize your fit at your bicep/upper arm and optional bust darts. And there are notes throughout to guide you in customizing other length and fit adjustments.

YARN
Designed for DK or light worsted weight yarn.

Currents was designed using Mitchell Wool Co. Suri Alpaca DK Yarn (60 % USA Raised Suri Alpaca, 40% 18.2 micron American Rambouillet, 150 yd/137 m, 50g) in Pecan Pie Undyed MC and Spincycle Yarns Dream State (100% Superwash American Wool, 150 yd/137 m, 50g in Close Call CC

Yarn requirements by yardage:
Main Color: 730 (800, 960, 1050) 1150, 1250, 1400, 1550 {1650, 1750, 1850, 1950} yd

Contrast Color:
Sizes 1-6: 50-100 yd (1 skein)
Sizes 7-12: 100-150 yd (1-2 skeins)

Yarn requirements by meter:
Main Color: 668 (732, 878, 960) 1051, 1143, 1280, 1417 {1508, 1600, 1692, 1784} m

Contrast Color:
Sizes 1-6: 46-91 m (1 skein)
Sizes 7-12: 91-137 m (1-2 skeins)

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
RIBBING: US 8/5.0 mm 32”/80cm to 40”/100cm circular needle or DPNs

BODY: US 9/5.5mm 32”/80cm to 40”/100cm circular needle

GAUGE
15 sts x 24 rnds = 4”/10 cm in stockinette, in the round on US 9/5.5 mm needles and blocked.

SIZES
Size 1 (2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7, 8 {9, 10, 11, 12}

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished Bust circumference 33.5 (36, 40, 44) 48, 52, 58, 64 {68, 72, 76, 80}” / 84 (91, 101, 112) 127, 137, 147, 162 {172, 182, 193, 203} cm.

Fit: Intended to wear with 4-8” / 10-20 cm positive ease.

Based on actual bust circumference: 29.5 (32, 36, 40) 44, 48, 52, 56 {60, 64, 68, 72}” / 74 (81, 91, 102) 112, 122, 132, 142 {152, 162, 172, 183} cm.

To choose your size, measure the circumference around the fullest part of your bust, then add 2-6”/5-15 cm (depending on how much ease you want) and choose the closest size.

If you are between sizes, you can size up or down depending on whether you want more or less ease in the bicep (see schematic for full finished sweater measurements).

TOOLS
Stitch markers
• BOR Marker (1)
• Side Markers (2)
(2) Scrap yarn or stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Scissors