So Basic Sweater - DK by Maxim Cyr

So Basic Sweater - DK

Knitting
May 2025
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch in the round
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 3 - 3.25 mm
834 - 2047 yards (763 - 1872 m)
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
English French
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The So Basic Sweater - DK is a timeless and approachable pullover design, perfect for knitters of all levels looking to create a wardrobe staple with a modern twist. It is worked seamlessly in the round from the top down and features raglan sleeves with a simple yet eye-catching wide rib motif that adds interest and texture. After the collar, short rows are incorporated to shape and lengthen the back for an improved fit. Finally, you can easily adjust the length of the body and sleeves to suit your style and needs.
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SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Choose a size that allows for an intended positive ease of 2 to 6” / 5 to 15 cm around the chest.

CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE)
32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64)”
80 (90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160) cm

YARN
Weight: DK
834 (958, 1105, 1200, 1363, 1524, 1704, 1890, 2047) yd
763 (876, 1010, 1097, 1246, 1394, 1558, 1728, 1872) m
4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) skeins of British DK from Les Garçons

Sample shown in British DK from Les Garçons (70% Bluefaced Leicester Wool, 30% Masham Wool, non-superwash; 263 yd / 240 m per 100 g skein), in the “Max × Natural” colourway.

Max is wearing a SIZE 4 and is 5’11” / 180.5 cm with a 38” / 96.5 cm chest circumference.

NEEDLES
❖ Main needles: circular, US 5 / 3.75 mm, or size needed to match gauge
❖ Ribbing needles: circular, US 3 / 3.25 mm, or 0.5 mm smaller than main needles

Double-pointed needles in the same two sizes for the sleeves and smaller circumferences, if you’re not using the magic-loop method

GAUGE
❖ 20 sts and 30 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch in the round blocked

TOOLS
❖ Stitch markers (8), stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle

Version française disponible.