What better circular motifs exist in nature than the spiderweb? The inspiration is obvious for this top-down, circular-yoke sweater. Arachne’s stranded colorwork yoke starts the project. When the yoke is the appropriate depth, stitches are placed on hold for each sleeve with additional underarm stitches cast on. The body is knit down in the round with side shaping. Sleeves are then placed back on the needles and worked down. The neckband is picked up and knit from the completed sweater body to add a little extra structure to the neckline. For the best fit, choose a size with 2-5 in / 5-13 cm of positive ease through the bust.

The colorwork stitch pattern is charted only.

Gauge
24 sts x 36 rows in Stockinette = 4 x 4 in / 10.16 x 10.16 cm

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X)

Bust Circumference
34 (37, 41, 45, 49, 53, 57) in
86 (94, 104, 114, 124, 135, 145) cm
Supplies
US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needles with 16 in / 40 cm and 32 in / 80 cm cables & optional DPNs
860 (935, 1035, 1135, 1235, 1330, 1430) yds / 790 (855, 950, 1040, 1130, 1220, 1310) m Elemental Affects Cormo Sport or similar sport weight wool yarn in MC
135 (145, 155, 170, 180, 195, 210) yds / 120 (130, 145, 155, 170, 180, 190) m Elemental Affects Cormo Sport or similar sport weight wool yarn in CC
2 markers labeled A and B
Stitch holders or scrap yarn
Yarn needle