update 02/21: correction of GERMAN translation

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Gianluca is worked seamlessly in rounds from the top down. First some short rows are worked to shape the neck. Raglan increases are then worked to final yoke depth, where sleeve stitches are placed on hold. From this point the body is worked in rounds to the colorwork and ribbing. Then sleeve stitches are picked up again to work the sleeves in rounds top down to the cuff. No finishing required.

Yarn
Lanivendole, A Stormy Blend (246 yds (225 m)/50g), shown in color Ombra
4 (5, 5, 6, 6)(7, 7, 7, 8) skeins in MC or approximately
930 (1039, 1225, 1291, 1357) (1532, 1663, 1778, 1893) yds
850 (950, 1120, 1180, 1240)(1400, 1520, 1625, 1730) m

Lanivendole, A Chic Blend (246 yds (225 m)/50g), shown in color Creuza
1 skein in CC, or approximately
79 (88, 92, 101, 109)(118, 127, 136, 140) yds
72 (80, 84, 92, 100)(108, 116, 124, 128) m

Needles
US 2 1/2 (3 mm) 16 “ (40 cm) and 32” (80 cm) circular needle and DPNs (or longer circular needle for magic loop) for neck, body and sleeve ribbing.
US 3 (3.25 mm) 16” (40 cm) and 32” (80 cm) circular needle and DPNs (or longer circular needle for magic loop) for yoke, body and sleeves.

Gauge
24 sts x 35 rows = 4” (10 cm) square in Stockinette stitch on larger needle after blocking. Due to variance between knitters, color work should be swatched to determine whether to change needle size to keep gauge consistent.

Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8, 9)
finished bust circumference:
36.75 (40, 42, 46, 49.25)(53.25, 57.25, 61.25, 64)“
91.5 (100, 105, 115, 123.5)(133.5, 143.5, 153.5, 160) cm
Suggested ease: 2 - 4” (5 - 10 cm)
Sample is worn with approximately 4” (10 cm) positive ease at bust.

Materials
Stitch holders or waste yarn, stitch markers, tapestry needle, blocking tools.