Essex Sweater by Donna Estin

Essex Sweater

Knitting
March 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch and Cloverleaf Eyelet patt
US 9 - 5.5 mm
920 - 1784 yards (841 - 1631 m)
XS (S, M, L) [1X, 2X, 3X, 4X]
English
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This beautiful design perfectly reflects the rich and lush character of its deep evergreen hue, reminiscent of the vibrant landscapes of Essex.

Knitted with Khullu yarn, a somptuous blend of untreated merino and yak, Essex is worked from the top-down. The upper body showcases smooth stockinette stitch, while the lower body and sleeves are embellished with the charming Cloverleaf eyelet pattern, adding an elegant touch of texture.

DIFFICULTY Intermediate

SIZES XS (S, M, L) 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X

Chest circumference: 40 (45, 48, 53) 56, 61, 64, 69”/100 (112.5, 120, 132.5) 140, 152.5, 160, 172.5 cm

Intended to be worn with 10-11”/25-27.5cm positive ease

Designed to fit actual chest circumference: 30 (34, 38, 42) 46, 50, 54, 58”/75 (85, 95, 105) 115, 125, 135, 145cm

YARN
LOUISE ROBERT COLLECTION - KHULLU 70% Merino NSW (untreated), 30% Yak; 200m per 100g - 5 (6, 6, 6) 7, 8, 8, 9 SKEINS - shown in Irish Girl.

Total yarn needed: 920 (1056, 1149, 1243) 1397, 1534, 1643, 1784 yds/841 (966, 1051, 1136) 1277, 1403, 1503, 1631 m

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
Size US 9 (5.5mm), circular 16”/40cm for neck, 24-40”/60-100cm depending on sweater size, and one set of double pointed needles (dpns) or size needed to obtain gauge

Removable stitch markers
Stitch markers
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Spare needle

GAUGE
In St st and Cloverleaf Eyelet patt, 15 sts & 22 rows/rnds = 4”/10cm, blocked

You can purchase pattern and kit, or the pattern in French directly from Biscotte yarns at:
https://leslainesbiscotte.com/products/essex-sweater