Calliope

> Espace Tricot is a yarn store in Montreal, Canada. When you are shopping with us for yarns for this pattern, include a note at checkout and we will happily include it for free with your order. Calliope is a raglan-style sweater knit in the round from the top down featuring expanding rib at the neckline, simple rib at the hem, and long, dramatic sleeve cuffs. The wide, circular neckline evokes a vintage sensibility and combines with the modern, boxy silhouette to create an updated classic that will easily fit into any wardrobe! YARN Émilia & Philomène JOSEPHINE (100% untreated merino); 438 yds (400 m)/100g 2 (3, 3, 3, 3) (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins Shown in 'Essaouira' Émilia & Philomène LÉONA (72% mohair / 28% silk); 459 yds (420 m) / 50 g 2 (3, 3, 3, 3) (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins Shown in 'Essaouira' OR 771 (885, 1006, 1082, 1200) (1321, 1403, 1534, 1669) m / 843 (968, 1100, 1183, 1312) (1445, 1534, 1677, 1825) yds of fingering weight yarn AND 776 (892, 1012, 1089, 1209) (1331, 1413, 1544, 1681) m / 849 (975, 1107, 1191,1322) (1456, 1545, 1689, 1838) yds of a mohair blend lace weight yarn Please note that the two yarns are held together throughout. Also, while the length of this sweater is easily customizable, be aware that adding length may affect yardage requirements. TOOLS * For neck ribbing: 16” circular needles: 4 mm (US 6) – or one size smaller than gauge needle. * Main gauge needles - for rest of sweater (including body, cuffs, and hem): 16”, 24”, and 32” circular needles: 4.5 mm (US 7) – or size needed to obtain gauge. * 4 stitch markers to indicate beginning of round, raglan increase points, and sleeve ribbing - it would be helpful if the first (BOR) marker looked different from the other three * Stitch holders or waste yarn to place sleeve stitches on hold * Tapestry needle to weave in ends Note: The two smallest sizes may require 12" circular needles or double-pointed needles for the sleeves.