Rustic, durable, and hard wearing Homestead yarn was the inspiration for this design. Simple raglan pullover with just enough texture and interest keeps the pattern enjoyable without being too intricate. Latvian Braids and Tubular Bind Off add a polished finishing to the ribbing. At an Aran weight gauge this sweater practically knits itself. Neutral colors work well for an everyday pullover that is cozy and comfortable to wear.

Level: Intermediate

Sizes: 36 (40, 44, 48) (52, 56, 60)”/ 91 (102, 112, 122) (132, 142, 152) cm final garment chest circumference, intended with 2 - 4”/ 5 - 10 cm of positive ease.

Gauge: 18 sts x 20 rows = 4” x 4” in colorwork, in the round, after blocking, on larger size needles.

Materials
~US size 6 (4.00 mm) and US size 7 (4.50 mm) circular needles, 21”/ 53 cm cord or larger.

~Aran weight yarn; sample made with Plymouth Yarn Company Homestead, 100% wool, 191 yds / 100 g, in colors: Light Gray Heather (MC) 5 (5, 6, 7) (7, 8, 8) hanks / 850 (950, 1100, 1220) (1330, 1480, 1500) yds / 778 (869, 1006, 1116) (1216, 1353, 1372) m; Brown (CC) 1 (1, 1, 1) (2, 2, 2) hanks / 150 (160, 170, 180) (200, 220, 230) yds / 137 (147, 156, 165) (183, 201, 210) m.

~Stitch markers, Tapestry needle, Tape measure, Scissors.

Techniques used in the pattern:
German Short Rows, Latvian Braid, Raglan Increases, Simple Colorwork, Simple Textured pattern, Tubular Bind Off.