Welcome to the “Chain” pattern, a round yoke sweater knitted from the top down, seamlessly standing out for its unique play of colors and textures in gradient. This design is a visual pleasure and an adventure in innovative techniques. With “Chain,” you will explore the technique of roosamine adapted with an i-cord, offering the freedom to customize it with different materials, from ribbons to bulky yarns. The star detail is the lace in the center of the yoke, enhanced with unique yarns that carry beads and sequins, though you can opt for mohair or any other yarn you prefer. “Chain” is your canvas to experiment, create, and elevate your knitting to a new level of personal expression.
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)
Recommended ease: positive ease 6 cm / 2.5”. The pictures show a size 1 in 80 cm / 32” bust.
Yarn B: Artyarns / Merino Cloud, 80% merino, 20% cashmere, (437 yd / 100g) 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2, 2)
Yarn C: Artyarns / Beaded Mohair + Sequins, 60% silk, 40% mohair + glass beads & sequins (114 yd / 50g) / 1 skeins
Yarn D: Artyarns / silk mohair glitter, 60% kid mohair, 40% silk (325 yd / 200g)
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
A) Bust circumference total:
34 (37.5, 40.75, 44.5, 48) (51.5, 55, 59.5, 62.25)”.
B) Yoke depth (from the end back neck without neckband):
7.75 (8, 8.5, 8.5, 9.5) (9.5, 10.5, 10.5, 10.75)”.
C) Underarm to hem body Length:
29 (29, 31, 33, 35) (37, 39, 41, 43) cm / 11.5 (11.5, 12.5, 13.25, 14) (14.75, 15.5, 16.5, 17.25)”.
D) Upper arm:
30 (32, 35, 38, 40) (43, 45, 46, 49) cm / 12 (12.75, 14.25, 15.25, 16) (17, 17.75, 18.5, 19.5)”.
E) Full sleeve length (without cuff):
38 (40, 41, 43, 45) (46, 48, 48, 50) cm / 15 (16, 16.25, 17.25, 18) (18.25, 19.25, 19.25, 20)”.
SUGGESTED NEEDLES AND CABLES
Main needles: 3.75 mm / US 5, or the size needed to obtain the gauge.
• Ribbing needles: 3 mm.
• Cable lengths: Yoke: 60 cm / 24” to 100 cm/
40”/ Collar: 40 cm /16” Hem: 100 cm / 40”/ Sleeves and cuff: preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or DPNs).
NOTIONS
• Row counter (recommended).
• Crochet Hook for beading 0.75mm (optional).
• Stitch marker.
• Tapestry needle.
• Waste yarn or stitch holders.
GAUGE
22 stitches x 28 rounds = 10 cm / 4”
Measured over stockinette stitch after blocking, worked in the round with main needles and yarn A.
