Difficulty
This is an intermediate level pattern. This pattern uses a simple stitch pattern and some advanced shaping with short rows.
Finished Measurements
This sweater is designed to have a loose fit with approximately 7 cm (2.5") of ease. To select the correct size, measure around the widest part of the chest and add 7 cm (2.5").
Model pictured is wearing a size 4T and has a bust measurement of 58 cm (23 inches).
Centimeters given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 58 (63) 73 (74) 78
Sweater Length: 33 (35) 38 (43) 47
Sleeve Length: 22 (27) 29 (32) 35
Inches given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 22.5 (24.5) 28.5 (29) 30.5
Sweater Length: 13 (13.5) 14.5 (16.5) 18
Sleeve Length: 8.5 (10.5) 11.5 (12.5) 13.5
Yarn
This pattern combines two yarns held double: a sport weight (category 2) merino wool and a lace weight (category 1) mohair. The mohair adds a delicate, whimsical halo of fuzz to the sweater. If you prefer, you can skip the mohair, but be sure to check your gauge to ensure the perfect fit.
You will need the following amounts of a sport weight (2) yarn given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
meters: 590 (670) 770 (890) 990
yards: 640 (730) 850 (960) 1100
Sample was made using Hobbii Friends Extra Fine Merino. Extra Fine Merino is a 100% wool, sport weight (2) yarn that contains 165 meters (180 yards) per 50 grams (1.75 oz).
You will also need the following amounts of a lace weight (1) mohair yarn given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
meters: 710 (810) 940 (1100) 1200
yards: 780 (890) 1100 (1200) 1350
Sample was made using Hobbii Friends Kid Silk. Kid Silk is a 72% mohair, 25% silk, 3% wool, lace weight (1) yarn that contains 200 meters (218 yards) per 25 grams (0.9 oz).
