Finished Size: 35 (37½ , 40½ , 43, 45½ , 48½ , 51)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 35", modeled with minimal positive ease. See Notes about choosing a size. 
Yarn: S. Charles Collezione Solaris (70% rayon, 30% linen; 108 yd [100 m]/50 g): #05 sapphire, 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8) skeins. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles. 
Yarn Weight: #2 - Fine 
Needles: Sizes 2 (2.5 mm) and 4 (3.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. 
Notions: Stitch holders; waste yarn; size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook: spare needle in larger size for three-needle BO; tapestry needle. 
Gauge: 18 sts and 40 rows = 4" in garter st on larger needle; 18 sts and 32 rows = 4" in both large and small tier patts on larger needle; 20 sts and 34 rows = 4" in large tier patt on smaller needle. See Notes for measuring patt gauge. 
Originally Published: Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts, 2010