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Dovetail is the epitome of a cozy swoncho, or a “blanket sweater”. Brioche stitch creates the squishiest of fabrics, and the super wide fit makes this garment the most comfortable item in the closet. It is simply a necessity—especially in cold climates.

Dovetail is worked from the top down in brioche stitch—both in the round and flat. After the neckband and short row neck shaping, the front and back yokes are worked flat. After joining at the underarm, the body is worked in the round for a short time before it is separated again to create a deep, high-low split hem. At the same time, decreases are made on each side of the body. Stitches are picked up around the arm opening, from where sleeves emerge.

Sizes
(1, 2) 3, 4

Finished measurements
Chest circumference: (49.25, 65.25) 81.25, 97.25” /
(125, 166) 206.5, 247 cm.
Body length (underarm to hem): 5” / 13 cm.
Sleeve circumference: (12, 14.5) 17.25, 20” / (30.5, 37)
44, 51 cm.
Sleeve length: 10.5” / 26.5 cm.
Suggested fit: 20–50” / 51–127 cm positive ease.

Materials
Yarn: Brooklyn Tweed Shelter – 100% Targhee-
Columbia Wool, 50 g / 140 yds / 128 m.
Look for a woolen spun, worsted weight yarn that is
soft and airy, to substitute for the yarn used in the
sample
Color used: Iceberg.
Yarn amount: (667, 884) 1100, 1317 yds / (610, 808)
1006, 1204 m.
Needles: US 8 / 5 mm and US6 / 4 mm circular
needles.

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