Draco by Mel Kennelly

Draco

Knitting
February 2025
both are used in this pattern
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
27 stitches and 37 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 4 - 3.5 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
1748 - 2622 yards (1598 - 2398 m)
Bust: (33, 37, 41, 45) [49, 53, 57] {61, 65, 69, 73}" / (84, 94, 104, 114.5) [124.5, 134.5, 145] {155, 165, 174.5, 185.5} cm
English
This pattern is available for free.

A fun sideways construction makes Draco an engaging project that’s perfect forr everyday wear. This striking V-neck sweater combines two color effects for a modern, dynamic look. Enjoy the perfect balance of warmth and softness from Vintage Sock and Vintage Sock Handpaint yarns and layer it over your favorite jeans or skirts for a stylish, cozy outfit.

SIZES
(1, 2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7 {8, 9, 10, 11}

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust: (33, 37, 41, 45) 49, 53, 57 {61, 65, 69, 73}“ / (84, 94, 104, 114.5) 124.5, 134.5, 145 {155, 165, 174.5, 185.5} cm
Length: (21½, 21½, 22¼, 22½) 23¼, 23¼, 24½ {24½, 25, 25½, 25¾}” / (54.5, 54.5, 56.5, 57) 59.5, 59.5, 62 {62, 63.5, 65, 65.5} cm
Shown in size 5 (49” / 124.5 cm). Recommended ease : Approximately 2–4” / 5–10 cm positive ease.

YARN 
BERROCO VINTAGE SOCK HANDPAINT (100 g): (2, 2, 2, 2) 2, 2, 3 {3, 3, 3, 3} hanks #12202 Driftwood Shore (C1)
BERROCO VINTAGE SOCK (100 g): (2, 2, 2, 2) 2, 3, 3 {3, 3, 3, 3} hanks #12002 Buttercream (C2)

NEEDLES
Two 32” / 80 cm circular needles, size 4 / 3.5 mm or size to obtain gauge
32” / 80 cm and 16” / 40 cm circular needles, size 2 / 2.75 mm.
1 set each double-pointed needles, or preferred needles for working small circumferences, size 4 / 3.5 mm and size 2 / 2.75 mm

NOTIONS 
1 stitch marker and waste yarn to hold stitches

GAUGE
27 sts and 37 rows = 4” / 10 cm in St st using larger needles
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.