The body is worked in one piece to the under arm, then fronts and back are divided and worked separately to the shoulders. The sleeves are worked in the round to the underarm, then cap shaping is worked back and forth in rows. A sequence of sheer/opaque stripes are worked throughout.

Finished Measurements
32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52” bust/chest circumference. Cardigan shown measures 36”.

Yarn
Lorna’s Laces Solemate (55% merino, 30% outlast, 15% nylon; 425 yd 389 m/100g): ‘The L’
3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins.

Needles
Body and Sleeves: Size US 6 (4 mm): 24″ circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn);

Notions
Markers, stitch holders, waste yarn, tapestry needle.

8 buttons

Gauge
20 sts and 30 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in St st on larger needles with 2 strands of yarn held together.