Fifty Below Pullover

The Fifty Below color-block pullover is from my book [Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear][1]. This book includes 20 #SizeInclusive sweater patterns using a variety of techniques and construction methods to ensure there is something of value for every skill level. Each pattern is written for sizes XS to 5XL and each size has been thoroughly tested! We had over 500+ crochet pattern testers for this book to make sure that each size fits its intended wearer in a way that makes them feel beautiful. You can buy this book with confidence, knowing that each pattern was written for you and your unique body measurements. Read more about this design [here][2]. **ABOUT** The Fifty Below Color Block Pullover is a cute, chunky sweater designed to be a part of all your winter adventures. Playfully plush and oh-so-cozy, this sweater is intended to stand out like a painting against the glistening white canvas of a snowy mountain. Inspired by the playful boldness of winter ski outfits that never hold back on color or style, this adorably unpretentious sweater is chock full of character from its quirky texture to the cheerful color blocking. The whimsical two-tone effect provides you with an opportunity to get creative and design your own color pattern. If ever there was a time to go crazy with color, it’s right now, with this sweater. Fifty Below begs to be worn on your next snowy outing, and pairs best with ice skates or ski poles. **MATERIALS Yarn:** Bulky—[Wool and the Gang Alpachino Merino][3] in Chestnut Brown (Color A) and Sahara Dust (Color B) * 60% Merino, 40% baby alpaca * 110 yds (100 m) per 3.5-oz (100-g) ball * Find this yarn on [Lovecrafts][4] or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes. * Visit [this post][5] for an extensive list of yarn substitutes and yarns used during testing **Yardage (2-tone):** **Color A (Bottom Color):** 4 (5, 5, 5, 6) (7, 7, 7, 8) balls of [Alpachino Merino][6], or 400 (450, 500, 550, 575) (675, 725, 750, 825) yds [366 (412, 458, 503, 526) (618, 663, 686, 755) m] **Color B (Top Color):** 4 (4, 4, 5, 5) (6, 6, 7, 7) balls of [Alpachino Merino][7], or 375 (400, 425, 475, 525) (575, 650, 700, 750) yds [343 (366, 389, 435, 481) (526, 595, 641, 686) m] **Yardage (solid color):** 8 (8, 9, 10, 10) (12, 13, 14, 15) balls of [Alpachino Merino][8], or 775 (850, 925, 1025, 1100) (1250, 1375, 1450, 1575) yds [709 (778, 846, 938, 1006) (1143, 1258, 1326, 1441) m] Substitute [Alpachino Merino][9] with any other category #5, bulky-weight yarn that matches gauge. One of the reasons this yarn works so well in this sweater without feeling too heavy or dense is because it’s composed of two slinky fibers—Merino wool and baby alpaca—that are gently twisted to create a fluffy, airy yarn. **Hook:** Size U.S. K/10½ (6.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge **Notions:** Tapestry needle, several locking stitch markers Shop the book [here][1]! [1]: https://knitsnknots.ca/modern-crochet-sweaters-pre-order/ [2]: https://knitsnknots.ca/fifty-below [3]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc [4]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc [5]: https://knitsnknots.ca/fifty-below [6]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc [7]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc [8]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc [9]: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/wool-and-the-gang-alpachino?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=eaf5fecc