Derby Pullover by Diane Zangl

Derby Pullover

Knitting
October 2018
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in Seeded Rib pattern after a light steaming
US 7 - 4.5 mm
1260 - 1680 yards (1152 - 1536 m)
Finished Chest Size 45 (48, 51, 55)”; 4” positive ease recommended.
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Rugged and cozy, this men’s sweater boasts a deep v-neckline and rustic wooden buttons. Edges are worked in a twisted rib that flows into a seeded rib pattern. Sleeves are indented, adding to the casual look.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials

Medium weight yarnYarn: Plymouth Galway Worsted (100% Wool; 210 yards 192 meters/100 grams): #711 Pale Brown Heather (6 (7, 8, 8) skeins)

Needles: US size 7 (4.5mm) circular, 24” circular for neckband.

Notions: Stitch markers, holders, 5 buttons

Special Stitches: 1×1 Twisted Rib; Seeded Rib

Pattern Notes ~ This garment uses unit construction, which means each piece is finished as much as possible (bands, seams, etc.) before moving on to the next major piece. This eliminates much of the finishing work at the end – something many knitters dislike.