Inspired by Weeping willow trees, the yoke of this sweater is full of textured leaves moving around. The sweater is knitted seamlessly in the round from the top down and the body is gently oversized and slightly cropped. Salix is designed with a split hem, slightly longer at back.

SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7 {8, 9, 10}
Finished bust circumference: 79 (89.5, 98, 107) 117.5, 128, 139.5 {148, 157.5, 167} cm / 31.25 (35.25, 38.5, 42) 46.25, 50.5, 55 {58.25, 62, 65.75}” – recommended to be worn with 5 – 15 cm / 2 – 6” of positive ease at the bust.

YARN
Bauma by Xolla (100% Ripollesa wool, 125 m / 136 yds – 50 g). Sample shown is knit in Falguera.

6 (7, 7, 8) 9, 10, 11 {11, 11, 12} or approx. 740 (820, 870, 980) 1100, 1200, 1275 {1300, 1375, 1450} m / 810 (900, 950, 1070) 1200, 1310, 1395 {1420, 1505, 1590} yds of DK / worsted weigh.

GAUGE
17 sts x 25 rows to 10 cm / 4” on main gauge needle (A) in stockinette stitch in the round, after blocking.

17 sts x 25 rows to 10 cm / 4” cm on main gauge needle (A) in textured stitch in the round, after blocking.

NEEDLES
Size A: (Stockinette Stitch and Leaves pattern. Body and sleeves)
One 80 cm / 32” needle in size needed to obtain Stockinette stitch gauge listed.
Suggested size: 4.5 mm / US 7.

Size B: (Ribbing and I-cord. Neckline, hem and cuff)
One 80 cm / 32” needle in two sizes smaller than main gauge needle (Size A)
Suggested size: 3.75 mm / US 5.

Crochet hook: (To work the provisional Cast On. Also optional but really handly for working the Left leaning leaves)
Suggested size: 4 mm / US 6.

NOTIONS
Stitch markers, cable needle, blocking tools, waste yarn or two stitch holders.