Don’t let the simple silhouette fool you—the design of this sweater is the ultimate combination of clever construction and easy knitting. Knit in pieces and seamed, this pullover features slit pockets just above the front hips. See Kiyomi’s tutorial in this issue for more information on how to work this unique pocket technique.

Sizes 40½ (45, 49½, 54, 58½)“ bust circumference; shown in size 40½”, modeled with 9” of positive ease
Yarn Noro Silk Garden Solo (45% silk, 45% mohair, 10% wool; 109 yd 100 m/50 g):
• #5 caramel, 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) skeins
Yarn distributed by Knitting Fever
Gauge 16 sts and 22 rows = 4” in St st on larger needles
Tools
• Size 8 (5 mm): straight and 16” circular (cir) needle
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight and 16” circular (cir) needle
• Markers (m)
• Removable m
• Stitch holders
• Tapestry needle