In this super-soft pullover, designer Kathy Zimmerman interprets Italianate arches, columns, and decorative details in cables, ribs, and textured stitches.
Finished Size: 37 1⁄2 (41, 46, 51)” (95 [104, 117, 129.5] cm) chest/bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 46” (117 cm).
Yarn: 37 1⁄2 (41, 46, 51)” (95 [104, 117, 129.5] cm) chest/bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 46” (117 cm).
Needles: Body and Sleeves—Size 7 (4.5 mm). Ribbing—Size 5 (3.75 mm): straight and 16” (40-cm) circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Cable needle (cn); markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge: 19 sts and 25 rows = 4” (10 cm) in dot st on larger needles; 63 sts of center panel section = 10” (25.5 cm); 18 sts in sleeve cable/vertical rib panel = 3” (7.5 cm).
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2001