Combine linen stitch, spike stitch, and crochet ribbing to create this attractive gradient sweater. With its shawl collar and pattern written in many sizes, this sweater is perfect for a man or a woman.

Difficulty Intermediate

Finished Size 38.5 (43, 47, 51, 55, 59, 63.5)“ chest circumference. Sample shown measures 43”, modeled with 3” ease.

Yarn Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport (100% superwash merino wool; 136 yd/1.75 oz): #817 aran (A), 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16) hanks; #1946 silver grey (B), 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) hanks; #900 charcoal (C), 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6) hanks; #1913 jet (D), 4 (5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7) hanks.

Hook Sizes F/5 (3.75 mm) and G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle.

Gauge 25 sts and 22 rows = 4” in linen st patt with larger hook; 28 sts and 30 rows = 4” in sc blo with smaller hook; 24 sts and 28 rows = 4” in sc blo with larger hook (collar).

Notes The pullover is worked in pieces and sewn. The ribbing is worked sideways, turned, and then front and back are worked from the ribbing up to the shoulders.