The Vivian Sweater is a dolman sleeve, v-neck pullover with 2x1 ribbing, and lots of ease. It is designed to be knit holding one strand of DK weight and one strand of Light Fingering weight yarn together throughout. Shibui Knits Nest and Pebble create a cozy and beautiful fabric, making this oversized sweater a great winter staple for your wardrobe.
Vivian
SIZES
This pattern is available in sizes XS-5XL, and is designed to fit approximate bust sizes of 30-32 (34-36, 38-40, 42-44) (46-48, 50-52, 54-56) (58-60, 62-64) in / 76-81 (86-91, 96-101, 106-112) (117-122, 127-132, 137-142) (147-152, 157-162) cm.Finished hem circumference is 43 (45.5, 48, 53) (55.5, 60.75, 63.25) (65.75, 70.75) in / 109 (115.5, 122, 134.5) (141, 154, 160.5) (167, 180) cm. Sample shown is size XS on 32-inch bust circumference.
YARN
DK Weight: Wool/Alpaca Blend
1130 (1285, 1350, 1425) (1560, 1650, 1780) (1830, 1995) yds / 1033 (1175, 1235, 1303) (1427, 1509, 1628) (167, 1825) m
Suggested Yarn: Shibui Knits Nest (75% Fine Highland Wool, 25% Alpaca)
7 (8, 8, 9) (9, 10, 11) (11, 12) skeins in CoveLight Fingering Weight: Silk/Merino/Cashmere Blend
1100 (1260, 1330, 1400) (1540, 1630, 1760) (1805, 1975) yds / 1006 (1152, 1216, 1280) (1408, 1491, 1610) (1651, 1806) m
Suggested Yarn: Shibui Knits Pebble (48% Recycled Silk, 36% Fine Merino, 16% Cashmere)
5 (6, 6, 7) (7, 8, 8) (9, 9) skeins in CoveNEEDLES
US 7, 32-inch or 40-inch circular
Set of US 7 double-pointed needlesNOTIONS
Stitch holders or scrap yarn
Stitch markers
Blocking wires & t-pins (optional)
Tapestry needleGAUGE
19 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette, on US 7 needles, with one strand of Nest held together with one strand of Pebble, after blockingTECHNIQUES
Long-Tail Cast On
Long-Tail Cast On Purlwise
2x1 Ribbing
Increases
Decreases
Wrap and Turn Short Rows
Backward Loop Cast On
Applied I-cord
3-Needle Bind Off
Kitchener Stitch
Seaming
Knitting in the round