Knitted with lightweight wool in stocking stitch, this simple raglan sweater, features a colour blocked body and a 2 colour stranded pattern.
It is perfect for layering in winter, or for wearing over a t-shirt on a cool summer evening.

The stranded patterns are quick to memorise and use only two colours on each row… perfect for a first venture into the art of colour work knitting!

TxT is worked from the top down with short rows across the back neck. When the raglan shoulders and yoke are finished, the sleeve stitches are put onto waste yarn and the body is worked in the round to the hem. The sleeves are then put onto a small circular needle or magic loop and worked in the round to the bracelet length hem.

Finally, the neck band is picked up from the provisional cast on and worked in 1x1 rib. A tubular bind off finishes the bands.

Sizes-
The sample garment is a size 2 with approx 10cm / 4 inches of ease at the bust. See above for finished measurements and sizes.

Yarn-
Fingering weight or yarn to obtain gauge.

Estimated yarn quantities cm (yds)
MC1 = from 366 (400) to 595 (650)
MC2 = from 686 (750) to 690 (750)
CC1 = from 100 (110) to 129 (140)
CC2 = from 92 (100) to 119 (130)

Additional Materials-
Removable stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Waste yarn or stitch holder

A big thank you to all my testers whose help was invaluable and finished projects creative and beautiful! Find the test group here