Minimalist Sweater by Modern Qulture

Minimalist Sweater

Knitting
November 2015
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 2 - 2.75 mm
US 1 - 2.25 mm
950 - 1200 yards (869 - 1097 m)
36, 43” (92, 109 cm)
English

This loose fitting raglan sweater is a great garment to throw on over any top or to simply wear alone. Minimum use of short rows adds a bit of length to the back for a high-low hem. Both sleeves and body are worked from the bottom up. Length can be easily customized and adjusted to your preference.

Yarn: Any fingering weight yarn
Approx. 950-1200 yds (yardage is approximate)
Yarn used in example: Madelinetosh Merino Light

Recommended Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) circular needles with long cable one pair US 2 (2.75 mm) dpn’s
one pair US 1 (2.25 mm) dpn’s

Notions:
tapestry needle
stitch holders/ waste yarn
stitch markers

Gauge in stockinette after blocking: 28 sts + 36 rounds = 4 inches on larger needles

Finished measurements:
Body circumference: 36, 43” (92, 109 cm)
Back Length: 20, 22.5” (51 cm)
Front Length: 17, 19.5” (43 cm)
Neck opening: 21.5, 25” (55, 63.5 cm)

NOTE: model is 5’ 3” with 37” bust, wearing larger size & shortest length.