Finished Size 38½ (42½, 46½, 50½, 54½)“ bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 42½”, modeled with plenty of positive ease.

Yarn Misti Alpaca Worsted (100% alpaca; 109 yd 100 m/50 g): #8934 eggplant melange, 15 (16, 18, 19, 20) balls.

Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Removable markers (m); 2 cable needles (cn); stitch holder; tapestry needle; size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook.

Gauge 20 sts and 26 rows = 4” in St st; 24 sts and 26 rows = 4” in cable rib patt.