Scarp Sweater by Jane Davies

Scarp Sweater

Machine Knitting
September 1989
Rowan Botany
all 3 are used in this pattern
Sport (12 wpi) ?
30 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in worked over stst with TD at approx 8
3252 - 3867 yards (2974 - 3536 m)
To fit chest/bust 91-102 (107-112) cm/36-40 (42-44) in
English

From the book: “In warm, bright colours this sweater is easier to knit than it looks.” … “The man’s version of the Scarp Sweater is knitted in soft, muted brown and beige tweeds with a splash of black to add interest.”

Materials: Rowan Fine Fleck Tweed: 200 (225)g in black, 150 (175)g in red; Rowan Light Tweed: 100 (125)g cherrymix; Rowan Botany 4ply: 100 (125)g in brown; 100 (125)g in brick.

Actual sizes: Chest/bust 114 (126) cm/45 (49.5) in
Length 64cm /25.25 in
Sleeve seam 50cm /19.75 in.

Machine: any Brother standard gauge electronic or punchcard machine with ribbing attachment or equivalent. If ribbing attachment not available a mock hem can be worked, for which instructions are given in the book, or alternatively the ribbing may be worked by hand knitting.

Charts are included for the 4 punchcards required to work the stranded pattern and tuck stitch shoulders and neckline.