Birkenbush by Heike Campbell

Birkenbush

Knitting
January 2013
Aran (8 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in reverse stockinette stitch
US 4 - 3.5 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1550 - 2570 yards (1417 - 2350 m)
XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X
English German
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A spring themed pullover with budding leaves, nodding bellflowers and knitted with a lustrous yarn that catches the sunlight.

The lively combination of cables, twists, lace and wrap stitches, wich extend into the ribbing, make this pullover interesting and challenging to knit.

The pattern panels are customised to fit different clothing sizes and to create a stylish and elegant sweater.

Finished measurements:

Chest: 33 (37, 39.25, 43.25, 47.25, 48.75, 55)“ or 84 (94, 100, 110, 120, 124, 140) cm
Length: 23.75 (24.5, 24.75, 25.25, 26, 26.25, 26.5)” or 60 (62, 62.5, 64, 66, 66.5, 67)cm

Yarn: Lana Grossa Luxor (51%Merino extrafine, 49% Microfiber, 164 yds (150 m) per 50g, col 014, light green) 8 - 13 skeins.

Unfortunately the yarn is now discontinued, but alternatives can be found in many worsted weight or even DK weight yarns.

Needles: US 4 (3.5mm) and US 6 (4mm) knitting needles, US 4 (3.5mm) circular needle 60 cm long, cable needle, stitch holders, tapestry needle.

Gauge: 22 sts and 32 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch using larger needles.

The stitch patterns are set out in charts and as written instructions.