Yoke in a Nutshell embodies the timeless charm of simplicity and elegance. This sweater features a simple organic stranded colorwork pattern at the yoke, which evolves into a plain stockinette stitch.

This model celebrates the beauty of this yarn at its best, with a blend of merino and yak in its natural, undyed colour. The sweater’s name, “Yoke in a Nutshell,” is a tribute to the traditional colorwork adorning the top of the bust. It’s also a nod to the simplicity and minimalism of design, reminding us that the best things in life are sometimes the simplest. So wrap yourself in the warmth and comfort of this sweater and let it remind you of the strength and beauty that lie in simplicity.

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MATERIAL

LOUISE ROBERT COLLECTION - KHULLU 70% Merino NSW (untreated), 30% Yak; 200m per 100g - shown in

• A - 4 (5, 5, 6, 7) (7, 8, 9, 9) SKEINS in Nature.
• B - 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2, 2) SKEIN(S) in Caramel.

Circular needles | Main fabric | 4.5 mm (US 7) - cable length of 80 cm (32”) or + - or the size required to obtain the gauge
Circular needles | Ribbing | 4 mm (US 6) - cable length of 80 cm (32”) or + - or 0.5 smaller than the size required to obtain the gauge
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Stitch holder or waste yarn to put stitches on hold for sleeves

SIZES - A (B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I)

Final bust circumference: 86 (97, 107, 117, 127) (137, 147, 157, 168) cm; 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) (54, 58, 62, 66)“ with a suggested ease of +/- 10 cm; 4”.
Schematics is included in the pattern for further details.

GAUGE

Knitted with 4.5 mm needles, in stockinette before blocking: 19 stitches & 28 rows = 10 cm; 4” and after blocking: 18.5 stitches & 26 rows = 10 cm; 4”.

NOTE

This sweater is worked from top to bottom and in the round. You can adjust the length of the body and sleeves as required, bearing in mind that you should also adjust the amount of yarn required to make the sweater.

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