Shoulder Strike by Jody Bell

Shoulder Strike

Knitting
April 2023
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1300 - 2800 yards (1189 - 2560 m)
32, 36, 42 (48, 54, 60) inch bust
English
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Size: 32, 36, 42 (48, 54, 60) inch bust. Use your actual bust size- do not add in ease- as this sizing includes approx 8-12 inches of positive ease. Finished garment size 44, 48, 54 (60, 66, 72) inches including ease.

Needle: US6, Circular or DPN- or as needed to meet gauge.

Gauge: 24 stitches/ 30 Rows per 4 inches in stockinette. Gauge may vary for mosaic.

Yarn Weight: Fingering, shown in 75% SW Merino, 25% Nylon
In choosing yarn colors: yarn with a similar tone works best (take a black and white photo and they should be close to the same level of gray). Similarly, a speckled yarn with a coordinating solid also pairs well, or a variegated with a coordinating solid (like pictured)

Yarn shown in photos: The One String, Stormy Seas and Yarning Apart, Mysterious Mustard. Shown on bust 36

Yardage: Main Color (MC): Approx 1000, 1200, 1400(1600, 1800, 2000) yards
Contrast Color (CC): Approx 300, 400, 500(600, 700, 800) yards

Notions: Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holders, cable needle, tapestry needle.

Notes: Knit Top down with Mosaic details.

PLEASE NOTE: Sweater has had limited testing- anyone interested in testing can contact me for a free testing copy.