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SIZES: X-Small (Small, Medium, Large, X-large, 2X-Large, 3X-Large, 4X- Large), XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

Note: Total body circumference of approximately 37 (39, 42, 46, 51, 55, 60, 65)“ made to fit bust sizes 32 (34, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)” with 5-9” of positive ease.

MATERIALS:

Expression Fiber Arts Resilient Sock Fingering Weight Yarn

4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins (4oz/400yds each)

Shown in: Nimbus

If not available, any from this category will work. Please note, because the gauge is so crucial to this project, we STRONGLY suggest that you only use this particular yarn.

NEEDLES:

US size 5 (3.75 mm) 32” (80 cm) or size needed to accommodate the large number of stitches

US size 5 (3.75 mm) 9” or dpns {optional} for the sleeves.

Intermediate: For those knitters who are ready to learn some new skills or stitch combinations. Stitches and Concepts include: Basic Garment Shaping, m1r, m1l, set in pockets.

Notes From the Designer:

Storyteller is a simply timeless wearable piece designed with comfort in mind. This cardigan is knit from the top down with Raglan styling and seamless construction.

The main features of this design are the set-in pockets, trimmed edges using simple ribbing, and the huckleberry stitch pattern that is reminiscent of the Mark Twain stories that have been a part of early childhood reading memories for generations.

Gauge is VERY crucial to this project and should be worked in Huckleberry Stitch Pattern. Be sure to check your gauge often.

This pattern is worked flat back and forth through the yoke and body sections and then worked in the round for the sleeves.

Sample was worked in size X-Small.

Instructions for making the cardigan without ​pockets or adjusting the length are included in the Notes section of the pattern.

Click here to learn how to knit two sleeves at the same time! Not required for this pattern, but fun to know!

Designed by The EFA Design Team

Special thanks to Janica York Carter for all her help and hard work, and with many thanks to the test knit team who made this happen.

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Enjoy your knitting!

Chandi

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