To get the size I want with the gauge I have means there are two options for me:

1. Use suggested needle size US 7, with my looser gauge (4.75 st/in rather than 5 st/in, post block).
2. Go down a needle size to US 6 which will tighten my gauge but the resulting knit fabric is stiffer.

I choose Option 1, looser gauge, but will pick one size smaller so the fit will have 10” positive ease.

Body stitches for 34-36 size: 227/4.75 st=48” bust (just right, 10” positive ease).
vs body stitches for 38-40 size: 247/4.75=52” bust (too big, 14” positive ease).

Ok, the doubts started when I got to the joining part. The armhole length (5.5”) just does not look like enough room for my arms. I know these are drop shoulders. Still. So I added another 4 rows, 1/2”. Now it is 6”. I feel better .

For the rest, I followed the excellent instructions. Just looking at Joji’s body of work, she knows what she is doing! Trust the process

It is on the blocking mat. Post blocking measurements and photos soon!
I’m pressed for time so no modeling yet, but I put together a fun vignette on the floor
The stitch definition of the yarn together with the twisted rib cabling is Too Die For
Both are truly amazing and meant for each other!

Post-block measurements:
Chest- 46”
Armhole- 6”
Armhole circumference near shoulder- 12”
Armhole circumference just before cuff- 8”
Sleeve length- 18.5”
Cuff- 6”
Top of shoulder to bottom cuff edge- 22”
Neck opening inside ribbing- 6.5”
Neck to shoulder- 8.5”
Cables- 12 ea side front and back (includes 1/2 cable at top, 1/2 cable in body ribbing)

The purpose of Bang out a Sweater Month is to start and finish a sweater during the shortest month of the year, February. But the only way I can even think about accomplishing this incredible gymnastic event …is to start now !!
So I’m challenging myself to break the rules and GO