This cozy sweater is worked from the top down. With a loose-fitted, drop sleeve construction and intended drape, this sweater will be the go-to garment for comfortability. Twisted rib and I-cord edges accent the simplicity of the stockinette body. Although this sweater is intended to be slightly cropped, length is easily adjustable.

Yarn: any fingering weight yarn

Yarn Used: Madelinetosh Merino Light, Saffron

Yardage: approximately 950, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1700 yds (yardage is only an estimate)

Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) needles with long cable, spare set of US 4
(3.5 mm) needles, or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: tapestry needle, stitch holders/ waste yarn, st markers

Gauge After Blocking: 18 sts + 27 rows = 4 inches

Bust circumference: 40, 44.5, 48, 52.5, 56” (102, 113, 122, 133, 142 cm)

Upper Sleeve circumference: 8.75, 9.75, 10.75, 11.75, 13” (22, 25, 27, 30, 33 cm)
(Since this sweater has drop sleeve construction, the upper sleeve circumference should be measured roughly midpoint from your shoulder to your elbow.)