This kimono-inspired silhouette edged with contrasting cable panels is a versatile garment. For ease of working, an odd number of colors changes every row, so the correct color is always ready at the end of the row. Nested shells add a complex look to the stripes.

Gauge: 2 pattern reps and 14 rows = 4” in tricolor pattern.

Finished Size: 34 (42½, 47, 51, 55½, 59½)“ bust circumference to fit 28 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)” bust. Garment is meant to be oversized with 6-9” ease. Garment shown measures 42½“, modeled with 6½” ease.

Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca DK (100% baby alpaca; 125 yd 114 m/1¾ oz 50 g; CYCA #3): #4818 magenta (A), 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) balls; #100 natural (B), 2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls, #1660 dark blue (C), 2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls.

Hook Size: H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St markers (m); blocking pins and spray bottle; yarn needle.

Gauge: 2 patt reps and 14 rows = 4¼“ in tricolor patt.