The Dahlia Delight Pullover is a stunning circular yoke design featuring intricate colorwork and elegant details. The yoke and cuffs are adorned with three shades of the same color—light, medium and dark — mimicking the delicate petals of a dahlia flower. Textured purl stitch details around the colorwork resemble foliage, adding depth and visual interest to the design. The pullover also boasts balloon-shaped sleeves and a lace hem with a chevron pattern, echoing the colorwork design and providing a decorative finish. This beautiful pullover combines artistry and craftsmanship, making it a standout piece in any wardrobe.

Time: 40-45 hrs

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: 34 (38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 57)” finished chest circumference, meant to be worn with 2-4” of positive ease.

Gauge: 25 sts and 30 rows = 4” in Stockinette Stitch, in the round, blocked.

25 sts and 30 rows = 4” in Colorwork Pattern, in the round, blocked.

Yarn: Madeline Tosh Sock, (fingering weight, 100% Superwash Merino Wool); 395yds / 361m / 100g): MC Librarian’s Dream, 2 (2, 3, 3) (4, 4, 4) skeins; CC1 Pink Clay, 1 skein; CC2 Grapefruit, 1 skein; CC3 Neon Peach, 1 skein.

Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles (24″ or longer), or size to obtain gauge

US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles.

Notions: waste yarn, crochet hook, yarn needle, stitch markers.

Worked seamlessly, top down, this pullover starts with provisional CO, to allow for customization of the neck finishing.

Only small amounts (around 20-25g) of each color is needed for the colorwork yoke and cuff sections. This is a perfect opportunity to use leftover yarns.

If using hand dyed yarn for MC, it is recommended to use Helical Knitting technique for the body and sleeves in order to avoid color pooling.