Overland Trail

> Love Marly Bird patterns? > > Become a Marly Bird Insider to get > sneak peeks of upcoming designs, > exclusive discounts, behind-the-scenes > news, and access to special video > tutorials... all the yarny goodness > Marly knows you'll love! > > [https://marlybird.kit.com/insider][1] **Overland Trail Cabled Knit Sweater Pattern** Meet the Overland Trail Cabled Knit Sweater... the kind of pattern that turns "I'll just knit something quick" into "actually, let's make a statement piece." This one started out with a different name and a menswear-only sizing, but it's been fully refreshed and given a relaxed, unisex boyfriend fit that works just as well oversized on you as it does on the person who used to think this sweater was just theirs. The saddle-shoulder construction is the real star here. It gives the sweater that traditional, substantial sweater feel while keeping a clean, modern silhouette, and it lets that gorgeous cable panel travel right up over the shoulder instead of stopping at a seam. Worked in a tweedy worsted wool with flecks of color running through it, the cables have room to really show off. ***This is a boyfriend sweater in the best sense***... roomy, cozy, a little borrowed-looking, and endlessly wearable. Pull it on over jeans for the weekend or layer it up for a chilly hike, and don't be surprised when someone tries to steal it right off you. **What You'll Love About This Pattern** Saddle-shoulder construction that carries the cable panel right over the shoulder line A true unisex, boyfriend-style fit with generous positive ease Eight sizes, S through 5X, so there's a fit for whoever's making it (or wearing it) Written instructions AND charts, so you can knit however your brain works best A built-in "Big and Tall" customization option for extra length Rich cable texture that's satisfying to knit and even more satisfying to wear Pattern Details Designer: Marly Bird Craft: Knitting Skill Level: Intermediate Project Type: Pullover sweater, unisex/boyfriend fit Construction: Back, Front, and Sleeves worked flat and separately from the bottom up; saddle-shoulder shaping Sizes: S (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) Finished Chest Circumference: 42½ (46, 49½, 53, 56½, 60, 63, 66½)" Finished Length: 26½ (27, 27½, 28, 28½, 29, 29½, 30)" Fit/Ease: Sample shown in size XL, worn with 4–6" positive ease Yarn Weight: Worsted (CYCA #4) Needles: US 8 [5mm] straight (or size needed for gauge); US 7 [4.5mm] straight and 16" circular Gauge: 14 sts and 25 rows = 4" in Seed Stitch; 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in Cable Panels (larger needles) **Make It Your Own** The pattern includes a built-in option to add extra length between the underarm and hem for a **"Big and Tall" fit,** so if you're knitting this for someone tall or just want a longer, more tunic-like drape, you can customize it right in the pattern without guessing at the math. **Marly's Tip** Cables are forgiving... until they're not. If you're new to working cables at this scale, drop in a lifeline before you start a new repeat of the Body or Sleeve Cable Panel. If you do miscross a cable, there's a video walking you through exactly how to fix it without ripping back rows of work. **Get the Pattern** This Overland Trail Cabled Knit Sweater is available as a downloadable PDF pattern, with written instructions and charts included. Whether you're knitting it for yourself, your favorite guy, or just someone who could use a great boyfriend sweater in their closet, this one's ready to be your next big project. [1]: https://marlybird.kit.com/insider