While knitting this lovely sweater, I had Cardinals, Chickadees, an Eastern Towhee, and even some bright Blue Birds visit me on a daily basis - what better way to show my gratitude then to name a sweater after them!
Skill: Intermediate

Knit top-down, raglan yoke, straight-style with peek-a-boo cabling and ribbing.

Recommended Yarn: The Red Pansy “Avalon” Worsted Merino & “Surreal” Heavy Lace/Fingering held double (one strand of each) | 734 - 1,285yds of each | XS: 734 S: 872 M: 955 L: 1100 XL: 1285
Notions: Size US 9 (5.5mm) and Size US 10 (6mm) with 40” cord | cable hook or extra DPN |Tapestry Needle | Stitch Markers | Optional: short cord or DPNs for yoke & sleeves
Gauge: 16 sts / 23 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch with size US 10 (6mm) needle
Measurements: Sizing based on XS (S, M, L, XL) measurements
Length:17.5 (21, 23, 26.5, 31)“
Width: 16 (19, 21, 24, 28)” Bust: 28-32 (32-36, 36-40, 40-46, 46-52)“
Positive ease: 4” total - the fit will be 4” roomier than standard bust size.
Picture shows size S, 34” bust

Knit happy, folks!

SISU: A Finnish word - determination, purpose, strength, courage & resilience.