PERFECT SWEATER

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GUIDE NEEDLES : 5mm 60/40cm (for collar), 6mm 80cm (for body) – or the needle you need to reach the knitting tension

KNITTING GAUGE : 14 stitches on needle size 6 = 10cm

YARN SUGGESTIONS:
 350-750 grams of exactly the kind of yarn you want.
 If necessary, knit with several threads at a time, or change needles to achieve the desired knitting tension.

Sizes : XS, S, M, L, XXL

COMPLETED GOALS:
Chest circumference approx.: 92, 100, 107, 114, 121, 128cm
Length measured from shoulder approx.: 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64cm

ABOUT THE WORK
Stash Smash Sweater makes a dent in your yarn inventory – mix colors and qualities in a cross-section, and watch your inventory dwindle while the sweater grows.

Designed with a relaxed, boxy fit and wide sleeves, the sweater is knitted top down in stockinette stitch and is an easy project, even for less experienced knitters.

You start by knitting the upper part of the back piece, then the stitches for the front piece are picked up along the shoulder seam.

The sleeves are shaped by picking up stitches along the armhole, and knitting reverse rows to give the sleeves extra shape. If you find the reverse rows challenging, you can choose to skip them. The sleeves are finished with a wide rib edge that can be folded up along a row of purl stitches.

The rib on the body and sleeves is knitted on needle 6, while the collar is knitted on needle 5.

The measurements given are the finished measurements of the sweater, and the model is designed with a positive ease of movement of 10 cm, which gives a loose and relaxed look.

TIP: Measure a shirt that you think fits well and choose the size that best matches its measurements.

Have fun with your knitting!