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As I walked along a busy New York street one crisp fall day, I noticed a short tailored jacket with an asymmetrical front. I was so enthralled that I stopped on the spot to sketch ideas for translating it into knitwear. This jacket is an ideal introduction to the main techniques I use for sideways knits---short-row shaping combined with increases and decreases on an effortless stockinette-stitch backdrop. The generous flared sleeves add a welcome bit of drama.

Under bust: 30 - 35 inches

Body and sleeves: size US 9 (5.5mm)
Edgings: size US 7 (4.5mm)