With a refreshing natural texture (it’s all about the amazing yarn), a flattering-on-everyone silhouette and meticulous details like a rolled neck, exposed raglan seams and side slits, this sweater is among my favorites. Wear it casual or with something dressier, for an easy elegance upgrade. Loose fit. Scoop neck. Short sleeves. Falls just below hip.
YARN
Habu Textiles A-1 Tsumugi Silk
100% Silk
3 (4, 4, 4, 5) cones
1240 (1408, 1595, 1830, 2110) yards
Garment is worked using 2 strands of yarn throughout
GAUGE
19 sts and 24 rows over 4”/10cm square, yarn doubled
NEEDLES
24” circular needle
5mm (US size 8) or size needed to obtain gauge
SKILL LEVEL
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Garment is worked using 2 strands of yarn throughout
NOTES
Even though the design is suitable for other yarns, I highly recommend you use Tsumugi for this garment. The texture and fiber content of the silk tweed is ideal for retaining a smooth, unpuckered ribbed edge and impeccable texture and drape. If you choose to substitute yarn, look for one that contains fibers with similar properties to Tsumugi, such as silk, cotton and linen.
