A clever color placement, a different spin on stripes and an asymmetric collar take this sweater from the simple to the striking. A delicate balance between Stockinette stitch and Reverse Stockinette stitch in the stripes add depth and texture to a ordinary piece. Couple that with the solid color front but the –Wow, it has stripes! – on the back and you have a eye catcher in any crowd.

Measurements:
Sizes: S (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X)
Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)“
Length: 24¾ (25¼, 25¾, 26½, 27, 27½)” including shoulder formed by sleeve cap, with hem unrolled.

Materials
Yarn: Bijou Basin Ranch “Sport Weight”, 100% yak, 328 yds (300 m), 3½ oz (100 g) 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6) in Purple (A) and 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) Gray (B)
Needles: Size US 5 (3.75 mm) 24” circular needle or size to obtain gauge
Notions: Stitch holders, tapestry needle, 4 buttons approx ¾“ in diameter

Gauge
23 sts and 28 rows = 4” (10 cm) in Stockinette st