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Yet again, my neighborhood inspires me! Olivenhain (means “Olive Grove” in German) is a name of community in the city of Encinitas, CA, originally settled by German colonists in the late 19th century.
Knitted from the top down, this v-neck cardigan features the pattern which reminded me of olive branches, waist shaping and imitation of the set-in sleeves.

Sizes:
Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL): to fit bust 28/30 (32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50) inches 71/76 (81/86, 91/96, 102/107, 112/117, 122/127) cm.

Finished Measurements:
31 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50) inches /78 (86, 97, 107, 117, 127) cm bust circumference.
Shown in size 38”/97 cm on 37”/94 cm bust.

Gauge:
23 sts and 34 rows = 4”/10 cm in Reverse stockinette pattern on size US4 (3.5 mm) needle, after blocking.
13-sts repetition of Charts A or B – 2”/5 cm after blocking.

Tools:
Size US4 (3.5 mm): 16” (40 cm) and 32” (80 cm) circular (circ).
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.
6 markers, 2 removable markers, tapestry needle, cable needle, waste yarn.


Materials:
Sport weight yarn (approximate amounts):
1400 (1450, 1470, 1550, 1670, 1740) yards 1260 (1305, 1324, 1395, 1485, 1566) m.


Difficulty: Intermediate.
Techniques: working in round, reading charts, lace knitting, ssk, k2tog.