The gently tilting stripes in this retro pullover were inspired by the look of striped fabric cut on the bias. Fiona Ellis experimented with short rows to angle her stripes rather than working separate pieces and joining them. She calls her method of invention “matchmaking.” She plays with tried and true design elements and techniques—in this case stripes and short rows—and “marries” them in a sweater that has a contemporary look. The plain raglan sleeves and styling give the pullover a retro feel and enhance the sporty play of the stripes.
Finished Size 35 1⁄2 (40 1⁄2, 46, 51)" (90 [103, 117, 129.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 40 1⁄2" (103 cm).
Yarn Dale of Norway Heilo (100% wool; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g): #8972 olive (MC), 6 (6, 7, 8) balls; #9335 green (A) and #2931 oatmeal (C), 2 (2, 3, 3) balls each; #9834 mustard (B) and #0083 charcoal (D), 1 (1, 2, 2) ball(s) each.
Yarn Weight #4 - Medium
Needles Body and sleeves—Size 6 (4 mm). Neckband bind-off—Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 30 rows = 4" (10 cm) in St st on smaller needles.
Originally Published Interweave Knits Fall 2003