Who doesn’t love pockets? Whether it’s to store a tissue or lip balm or just to put your hands in to keep them warm, they’re a great feature for any wintery sweater. I’ve included pockets in past designs but have never done them on the diagonal, so this was my inspiration. The diagonal theme extends the body, which is A line, and to the cable panels which move in a diagonal, starting at the armholes, to form the shoulders.

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X)

Finished Measurements
Chest: 33 (36.75, 40.25, 44, 48, 52)”
Hip: 37.75 (41.75, 45, 49, 52.75, 56.75)“
Length: 28 (29.25, 30.25, 31, 31.5, 31.75)”

Gauge
In Wrap Cable patt, 24 sts and 26 rows = 4”/10cm.
In St st, 17 sts and 26 rows = 4”/10cm.
To save time, take time to check gauge.

Materials
Tahki Donegal Tweed (100g, 183 yds, 100% pure new wool) 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins #863 Dark Red
Size 8 (5mm) needles or size to get gauge
Size 7 (4.5mm) circular or double point needles, or one size smaller than those used for the body, for bottom bands and pocket edging
Size 6 (4.0 mm) 47” or longer circular needle, or two sizes smaller than those used for the body, for button band
Cable needle
Waste yarn
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle