The sun warms the cool desert morning and glistens on the leaves of the sagebrush that surround you as you walk quietly under the watchful eye of the mountains. The mountains surround the valley of sagebrush in a wall of protection and you know you are safe at home.

This sweater is worked from the top down. Stitches for sleeves, collar, and front edging are picked up after the body of the cardigan is finished.

Sizes: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12

Finished Chest: 24 (26, 28, 30, 31, 33) “ / 61 (66, 71, 76, 79, 84) cm. Intended to be worn with approx. 2-3” / 5-8 cm of positive ease.

Yardage: 450 (525, 600, 700, 825, 925) yards/400 (475, 550, 650, 750, 850) meters

Notions: Stitch markers (4 for raglan sleeves, 2 for back panel), cable needles, and darning needle for weaving in ends.