Foliose, named after a type of lichen, is a cozy and relaxed pullover that celebrates our woolly Deluxe Worsted yarn through bold colorwork. Designed with positive ease, this insulating pullover is the ideal layering piece for crisp autumn and winter days. With its diamond motifs and lice stitch throughout the body and sleeves, Foliose is both eye-catching and perfect for forest walks or fireside lounging.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Intermediate

SIZES
Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Shown in Medium size with approx. 4” of positive ease.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 39½ (42, 46¾, 50½, 54) (57½, 61¼, 64¾, 68½)”
Length (measured from center front): 25¼ (25¾, 26¼, 27½, 27¾) (28¼, 29¼, 29¾, 30)”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted (100% wool; 100g/220 yds)
• 12278 Mallard (substitution suggestion: 15004 Teal Rustic)(A) – 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) (5, 5, 5, 6) hanks
• 12189 Baby Blue (B) – 2 (2, 3, 3, 3) (3, 3, 4, 4) hanks
• 12507 Shamrock Heather (C) – 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (2, 2, 2, 2) hanks
Needles: US Size 8 (5 mm) 16” and 32-40” circular and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” and 32-40” circular needle and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences)
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, removable stitch markers

GAUGE
20 sts x 23 rnds = 4” in stranded knitting with larger ndl after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This sweater is knit seamlessly from the top down and features all-over stranded colorwork. German short rows are worked in the neckband to raise the back neck. Please note that the Diamonds and Lice Stitch patterns are charted only. Change colors as indicated on charts.

If your stranded gauge is typically tighter than your stockinette gauge, you may prefer to change to a smaller needle size after working the Diamonds pattern, and resume with the larger needle once you begin the Separate Body and Sleeves section.

This sweater is designed to be worn with approx. 4-6” of positive ease.