Unlikely pairings make the Shu Sweater stand out from the crowd: a slip-stitch pattern in two colors, worked in an organic yarn that’s equal parts wool and cotton. This medium-weight sweater will protect you from the elements without adding bulk—the perfect combo for a spring layering piece. It’s named for the ancient Egyptian god of the air, the wind, and balance.

Difficulty Easy

Finished Size 38.5 (42.5, 46.5, 50.5, 54.5)” bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 38.5”; modeled with 5.5” of positive ease.

Yarn O-Wool Balance (50% certified organic cotton, 50% certified organic merino wool; 130 yd / 1.75 oz): #100 porcupine (gray; A) and #102 malachite (light green; B), 8 (9, 9, 10, 11) skeins each.

Needles Sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Gauge 24 sts and 36 rows = 4” in charted patt on larger needles.

Notes This sweater is worked in back and forth in separate pieces and seamed.