Meko Pullover by Laura Hulslander

Meko Pullover

Knitting
September 2014
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 39 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
2700 - 3600 yards (2469 - 3292 m)
30 (34¼, 37¾, 42, 46¼, 49¾)" bust circumference; shown in size 37¾"
English
This pattern is available in print for $6.50.

Inspired by the bold colors and crisp lines of Marimekko patterns, Laura created a cozy sweater in bright, cheerful colors to ward off chills. Worked in the round from the bottom up, this long pullover is sure to be a winter staple.

Sizes 30 (34¼, 37¾, 42, 46¼, 49¾)“ bust circumference; shown in size 37¾”
Yarn Dream in Color Smooshy (100% superwash merino wool; 450 yd 411 m/113 g):
• Miami red (MC), 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) skeins
• black pearl (A), 1 skein
• crying dove (B), 1 skein
Gauge 28 sts and 39 rnds = 4” in St st on larger needle
Tools
• Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24–32” circular (cir) needle, depending on size you are making, and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Size 4 (3.5 mm): 24–32” cir needle and set of dpn
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holders
• Tapestry needle