The Wakame sweater is worked from top to bottom and then on circular needles using a seamless technique. The shoulder construction is based on the European shoulder construction, providing a neat finish to the back piece.

The wavy pattern is created by knitting right- and left-leaning cables, forming waves instead of twists. The pattern is repetitive, making it quick to learn and it is recommended to use a row counter if you want to avoid counting every row in your head. There are no purl stitches between the cables, creating a dense fabric. The downside is that it requires more yarn than usual, but on the other hand, you’ll achieve a unique texture in the fabric.

The sleeves are worked in the round, and increases create a slightly bell-shaped sleeve. The shape of the sleeve becomes more defined as the ribbing continues, making the sleeve even wider.

Difficulty: 4/5

Gauge
32 stitches x 32 rows on 10 x10 cm or 4x4 inch on a 4.5 mm or US 7 needle according chart after blocking.
30 stitches on 10 cm or 4 inch on a 3 mm or US 3 needle in 2x2 rib after blocking.

You will also need a cable needle. The specified needle sizes are only recommendations. Always use the needle that gives you the correct gauge!

Measurements
The sweater should be knit with an ease of 11-20 cm or 4 ⅜ -7 7/8 inches. The picture shows the sweater with approximately 12 cm or 4 ¾ inches of ease; choose the size that gives you the desired fit.

Sizes: XS (S) M (L) XL
Finished circumference: 88 (96) 108 (121) 130 cm 34 5/8 (37 3/4) 42 7/8 (47 5/8) 51 5/8 inches

Recommended yarn
The pattern is using Knitting for Olive merino held with Knitting for Olive soft silk mohair.
Mohair: 200 (225) 250 (275) 300 g
Merino: 350 (400) 400 (500) 550 g