Pam Allen likes to contrast knitted textures with smooth stockinette. In her raglan pullover, a sleek bodice and sleeves flow into a yoke of delicate cables. The cable patterns - a two-stitch twist alternating with a seven-stitch wheat ear - are more etched than sculptural. They add decoration without bulk. Wear the yoke as shown, or slide it down to reveal a little shoulder.
Finished Size: Finished Size 35 (40, 45, 50)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 35".
Yarn: Tahki Torino (100% extra fine merino; 94 yd [86 m]/50 g): #124 dusty rose, 10 (12, 14, 16) balls.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 19 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st on largest needle.
Needles: Sizes 6 (4 mm), 7 (4.5 mm), and 8 (5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Cable needle (cn); stitch holders; markers (m); tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Summer 2007