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Line Backer
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Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL)
Bust measurements of finished garment: 31.25 (35.25, 38.75, 42.75, 46.75, 50.75, 55.25) inches/79.5(89.5, 98.5, 108.5, 118.5, 129, 140.5)cm. Size S is shown on model in photo with 1.25/3cm of positive ease.
Gauge:
20 sts x 28 rounds/rows = 4 inches /10 cm in St st, with larger needle
Yarn:
Purl Soho, Worsted Twist Heather; 3.5 oz/100 g, 164 yd/150 m, 100% merino wool, MC (Main Color) 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins, CC (Contrasting color) 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins.
Or use any similar worsted weight yarn that achieves gauge: MC: 740 (800, 840, 960, 1040, 1150, 1240) yds/680 (730, 770, 880, 950, 1050, 1130) m; CC: 300 (320, 340, 390, 420, 460, 490) yds/ 270 (290, 310, 360, 380, 420, 450) m
Needles:
Sizes 5 (3.75mm) and 6 (4mm): 32-inch/80 cm circular and set of 4 double-pointed needles for sleeves (or use Magic Loop method for sleeves).
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
This pullover is worked from the top down, in the round, and in one piece with compound raglan sleeve shaping.
It is a basic wardrobe piece with unique charm that plays with stripes in an unexpected way and includes interesting details such as an inset pocket, side vent with placket, ballet neckline, and garter stitch edges.
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- First published: October 2015
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- Last updated: February 28, 2021 …
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