Barclay Sweater by Katherine Vaughan

Barclay Sweater

Knitting
November 2010
Aran (8 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
1200 - 1800 yards (1097 - 1646 m)
34 (40, 44, 48, 52)" chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 40".
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

The Barclay Sweater has an organic pattern reminiscent of light birches against dark oaks. Side gussets and a modified drop sleeve allow for sideways-knit construction without sacrificing fit.

Finished Size: 34 (40, 44, 48, 52)“ chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 40”.
Yarn: Cascade Eco Duo (70% alpaca, 30% merino; 197 yd 180 m/100 g): #1708 hazelnut (MC), 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins; #1707 latte (CC), 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins.
Yarn Weight: #5 - Bulky
Needles: Size 8 (5 mm). Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight and 16” circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle.
Gauge: 18 sts and 28 rows = 4” in St st on larger needles.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2010

More information on the designer’s blog at Knit With KT.