Introducing the epitome of versatile elegance, our top-down raglan V-neck shrug is a timeless design with two distinct sleeve options, catering to your style preferences. The first option features gracefully cascading bell sleeves, adding a touch of whimsy to your ensemble. Alternatively, opt for the second sleeve style, a classic, straight, cuffed option that works in any wardrobe. This shrug’s top-down construction ensures a seamless and personalized fit, while the V-neck adds a flattering neckline. Whether the bell sleeve resonates with you or the timeless appeal of the straight cuff, this shrug provides the perfect canvas for expressing your individuality.

Pattern details:

Skill Level: Beginner

Needle Size:
Needle A: Size US 15 (10 mm) 32” / 80 cm circular needles or 2.5 - 3 mm smaller than Needle B 

Needle B: Size US 17 (12.75 mm) 32” / 80 cm circular needles for magic loop or size needed to obtain gauge (or additional needles of the same size for your preference of small circumference knitting) 

Sizes:  1 (2, 3, 4, 5) 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 

Finished Measurements:
30.75 (34.75, 37.75, 42.25, 46.25) 49.25, 53.25, 56, 60.5, 64” / 77 (87, 94.5, 105.5, 115.5) 123, 133, 140, 151.5, 161.5 cm finished upper chest circumference
 

Fit Note:

Recommended to be worn with 0” / 0 cm of positive ease at the upper chest, depending on your preferred fit. 

All samples are shown in size 2 on a 34” / 85 cm chest with 0.75” / 2 cm of positive ease 

Gauge:
7 sts and 11 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette stitch worked flat on Needle B, steam blocked 

Note: Adjust needle B size as needed to achieve gauge, then use a needle 2.5 - 3 mm smaller for Needle A. 

Materials: 
2 (2, 3, 3, 3)3, 3, 4, 4, 4 skeins Spun Cloud Spun Cloud (100% wool; approx. 100 yds (92 m)/ 200 g)

1 (1, 1, 1, 1)2, 1, 2, 1, 2 skeins Dreamland (a mix of (mostly!) wool, a little mohair, and 1% sparkling Angelina fibers-each colorway is slightly different; approx. 35-40 yds / 125 g)

1 (1, 1, 1, 1)1, 2, 1, 2, 2 Mini Skein Sampler Kit (approx. 85 yds (78 m) / 164-170 g-5 mini skeins of yarn included per kit, 17 yds (16 m) / skein) Includes: Spun Cloud; Wildflower; Cast Away; Dreamland; Daisy Chain

Pattern Designer: Cheryl Kubat