Mēness (Moon) Sweater

> This design can be found only in my book. **[Get][1]** the book “Crochet Sweaters with a Textured Twist” now! > Release date 5th September, 2023. Mixing athleisure with graphic lacework is probably the last thing one might expect from crochet, yet here it is—Mēness, a perfect, everyday throw-it-on piece that is as dynamic and captivating as the stitches it features. From the flattest slip stitches up to the tall double trebles ending with short row shoulder lines, this light sweater embodies effortlessness and easiness. Sizes 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) To fit bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46) (50, 54, 58, 62)" / 76 (86, 97, 107, 117) (127, 137, 147, 157) cm Finished bust: 36.25 (40.25, 44, 48, 52) (56, 59.75, 63.75, 67,75)" / 92 (102, 112, 122, 132) (142, 152, 162, 172) Gauge 18 sts x 12 rows = 4" / 10 cm in dc after blocking 4 squares x 4 squares = 4" / 10 cm in both Body stitch patterns after blocking Yarn Light Fingering weight held double, Holst Garn Coast (55% lambs wool, 45% cotton), 383 yds / 350 m per 50-g skein, or use any light fingering weight wool-cotton blend to achieve a similar effect Yardage/Meterage MC 1455 (1610, 1760, 1875, 2030) (2410, 2565, 2720, 2870) yds / 1330 (1470, 1610, 1715, 1855) (2205, 2345, 2485, 2625) m CC 575 (650, 690, 765, 805) (880, 920, 995, 1035) yds / 525 (595, 630, 700, 735) (805, 840, 910, 945) m Total yardage/meterage (MC + CC) 2030 (2260, 2450, 2640, 2835) (3290, 3485, 3715, 3905) yds / 1855 (2065, 2240, 2415, 2590) (3010, 3185, 3395, 3570) m The total yardage/meterage is shown for yarn held double. **To use a single strand:** Use Sport weight yarn and note that the yardage/meterage will be half what is listed above. Shown in Colorways Charcoal (MC) and Old Gold (CC) Hook G/6 / 4 mm for the main sections of the Body and Sleeves, or size needed to obtain gauge F/5 / 3.75 mm for ribbing, or one size smaller than size needed to obtain gauge Notions Stitch markers Tapestry needle for sewing seams and ribbing Skills Experience with making crocheted sweaters [1]: https://www.amazon.com/Crochet-Sweaters-Textured-Twist-Handcrafted/dp/1645677311/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NXUYXXL9JO28&keywords=linda+skuja&qid=1693827129&sprefix=linda+skuja%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1