The simple slip stitch pattern used in this sweater adds structure not usually found in knitwear, which together with the cropped shape reminds me of jackets from the early 1960s. The body and sleeves are knit seamlessly from the hem up, then sewn together at the shoulders.
FINISHED DIMENSIONS:
Bust: 34.5"(36", 38", 40", 42", 43.75", 46")
Length: 14"(14.25", 14.5", 15.25", 15.25", 15.5", 15.75")
Sleeve Length: 8"(8.25", 8.5", 8.5", 8.5", 8.5", 8.5")
MATERIALS:
600 (650, 700, 750, 800, 825, 850) yards worsted weight yarn
Size 10.5 US 24" or longer circular needles
Size 10.5 US double-pointed needles
Size G crochet hook
6 buttons (buttons shown are 5/8" diameter)
GAUGE: 4" = 22 sts by 35 rows in Tweed Stitch on larger needles
Note: yarns shown usually knit at 18 sts in Stocking Stitch on size 9 needles
Yarn shown left: Yarn shown: Artfibers Rosetta (100% cotton; 127 yards/50 grams)
Yarn shown below: Takhi Jeans (100% organic cotton; 135 yards/50 grams)
Kira K Designs
Abbreviated Jacket
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