“At Winchester Cathedral there is much stunning medieval Gothic architecture, characterised by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses,” says Nicki Merrall. “Inside, the sculptural decoration is intricate and ornate. My Winchester sweater has an all-over pattern created by modifying double cable stitch patterns to give an impression of the decorative effect of Gothic architecture. The sweater has a wide ribbed welt, cuffs and neckband, which flow into the main stitch pattern on the body.”

Sizes

• Size XS:To Fit Chest 88cm (34.5”); Actual Chest 98.5cm (38.75”); Actual Length 64.5cm (25.5”); Sleeve Seam 44cm (17.25”)
• Size S:To Fit Chest 94.5cm (37.25”); Actual Chest 105cm (41.25”); Actual Length 66.5cm (26.25”); Sleeve Seam 46cm (18”)
• Size M:To Fit Chest 101.5cm (40”); Actual Chest 111.5cm (44”); Actual Length 67.5cm (26.5”); Sleeve Seam 47cm (18.5”)
• Size L:To Fit Chest 108cm (42.5”); Actual Chest 118cm (46.5”); Actual Length 69.5cm (27.25”); Sleeve Seam 47cm (18.5”)
• Size XL:To Fit Chest 114cm (44.75”); Actual Chest 124.5cm (49”); Actual Length 70.5cm (27.75”); Sleeve Seam 47cm (18.5”)
• Size 2XL:To Fit Chest 120.5cm (47.5”); Actual Chest 131cm (51.5”); Actual Length 72.5cm (28.5”); Sleeve Seam 48cm (19”)
• Size 3XL:To Fit Chest 127.5cm (50.25”); Actual Chest 137.5cm (54.25”); Actual Length 73.5cm (29”); Sleeve Seam 49cm (19.25”)

Gauge

• 30½ sts and 30 rows to 10cm over Chart pattern on 4mm needles.
• 22½ sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles.
• 29½ sts and 35 rows to 10cm over K8, P2 rib on 3.25mm needles.

Yarn Requirements
John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers (DK weight; 100% merino wool; 250m/273yds per 100g skein)

• XS - 7 skeins
• S - 8 skeins
• M, L - 9 skeins
• XL - 10 skeins
• 2XL, 3XL - 11 skeins

Needles and Accessories

• 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles
• 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, 60cm long
• Cable needle
• Stitch marker
• Stitch holders