This pattern is offered as three different garments, all with the same gauge and sizing and finishing instructions but different executions of the same basic stitch pattern (double garter ridge = dgr).

The first possibility, and the easiest execution, is stripes and only shown as a swatch. The second, with its wavy execution (shown in white and chartreuse), is more of an intermediate pattern. And the third, done in modular squares that are joined as you go (shown in the blues), is also more advanced.

As you can imagine, I love this stitch pattern. It is ever so much more texturally interesting than our most common stitch patterns (stockinette or garter). Like stockinette, you need to purl: like garter, it lies flat. Best of both worlds! I suppose the very small downside is that you have to pay attention … to know when to knit and when to purl. A small price to pay?

Oh yes, and please do not be deterred by the shape (especially the width): XS-S (M-L, 1X-2X) = 30 (32, 36)“ wide. It falls to something really lovely when worn.

I have found this to be an incredibly comfortable and universally attractive style, especially when worn over something longer and slimmer. Whenever I have tried one of these garments on a skeptical knitter, she has left convinced—by its comfort and stylistic integrity. (Note that the shorter sleeves also give you multi-seasonal options: nothing underneath in warmer times, a coordinating shirt when times are cooler.)

For the two easier stitch patterns, the following worsted weight yardage is required for the 3 sizes offered: 1080 (1200, 1400) yds.
For the modular version, the following worsted weight yardage is required for the 3 sizes offered: 1170 (1300, 1530) yds.
There are detailed instructions for shortening or lengthening, which will (of course) affect the yardage you require.

The yarns I used are listed at the end of the pattern. I will say that a cotton might be preferable. If you can only find a lighter-than-worsted-weight cotton, then run a lace weight cotton thread along with--to get gauge and drape. That is, in fact, what I did!