Peggy Sweater by Sarah Hurwitz

Peggy Sweater

Knitting
December 2015
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1168 - 1606 yards (1068 - 1469 m)
34 (38, 42, 46, 50)" bust circumference; shown in size 38", modeled with 6" of positive ease
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Supersoft baby alpaca lends luscious drape to this sweater. A wide boatneck in front takes a dramatic plunge in the back for a little bit of daring. Knit flat in pieces, the front and back are seamed to add stability.

Sizes 34 (38, 42, 46, 50)“ bust circumference; shown in size 38”, modeled with 6” of positive ease
Yarn Lion Brand LB Collection Baby Alpaca (100% baby alpaca; 146 yd 133 m/50 g):
• #488153 black, 8 (8, 9, 10, 11) skeins
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rows = 4” in St st on larger needles
Tools
• Size 6 (4 mm) needles
• Size 5 (3.75 mm) needles
• Markers (m)
• Removable m
• Tapestry needle