Yoke patterns on the original Bohus sweaters were characterized by the interplay of color work and intermittent purl stitches. This cardigan features textured buttonbands and foldover hems at the neck and lower edge. The sweater is made in one piece; it's worked in the round with steeks for the front opening and armholes.

Complete Notions lisst: Smooth, contrasting waste yarn for provisional cast-on; stitch holders; nine ??" buttons; sewing machine or sharp-point sewing needle and matching thread for sewing steek; size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle.

Finished Size: 33 (36, 38??, 41??, 44??, 47, 49??)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 36".
Yarn: Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [178 m]/50 g): #59 charcoal (MC), 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 11) balls; #53 teal, #98 lavender, #103 green, #86 raspberry, #16 burgundy, and #4 light blue, 1 ball each. Yar
Yarn weight: #2 - Fine
Gauge: 26 sts and 34 rnds = 4" in St st on larger needles.
Needles: Body and sleeves—size 4 (3.5 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir) and set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Hem, neckband, and front bands—size 3 (3.25 mm): 24" cir and set of 5 dpn.
Notions: Provisional cast-on yarn; stitch holders; nine 1/2" buttons; sewing machine or sharp-point sewing needle; size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle. See full description on overview tab.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2006