Finished Size: 32½ (36½ , 40½ , 45¾ , 49¾ )" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 32½ ", modeled with some negative ease.
Yarn: ShibuiKnits Silk Cloud (60% mohair, 40% silk; 330 yd [302 m]/25 g): #SC229 mulberry, 4 (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins.
Yarn Weight: #2 - Fine
Needles: Size 8 (5 mm): 16" and 24" circulars (cir) and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Size 6 (4 mm): 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge: 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in lacy patt on larger needle, after blocking; 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in opaque stripe patt with yarn doubled on larger needle, after blocking.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits Winter 2009