Vika

> Save $1 when you purchase this pattern on [BrooklynTweed.com][1], where you’ll find our knitting resource pages, video tutorials, and pattern support portal. All patterns purchased on our website can be [added to your Ravelry library][2]. Join our crafting community: [sign up for our newsletter][3] for the latest in Brooklyn Tweed patterns, knitting tips, subscriber exclusives, and even more woolly goodness! Elegant cable panels twine up the body and sleeves on a ground of moss stitch for a knit that will keep your fingers pleasantly busy. Both masculine and feminine versions of the Vika turtleneck sport a boxy, oversized fit and an exaggerated drop shoulder shaped with increases to bisect the upper arm in a flattering way. The sleeves fall to knuckle length for a cozy, casual look. Pattern includes unisex sizing. #sizeinclusive -------------------------------------------------------- **Construction** * All pieces are worked flat and then sewn together. Stitches are picked up around the neck edge for the turtleneck collar. The tall and classic versions are alike except for the sleeve length, which is longer on the tall version. * The Sloped Bind Off is used at the shoulder and front neck edges. **Yardage** Version I (Tall): 1560 (1700, 1910, 2170, 2315, 2455) yards of worsted weight wool yarn Version II (Classic): 1505 (1640, 1845, 2015, 2310, 2450) yards of worsted weight wool yarn **Yarn** Version I (Tall): 12 (13, 14, 16, 17, 18) skeins of Brooklyn Tweed *Shelter* (100% American Targhee-Columbia wool, 140 yards/50g) Photographed in color *Long Johns* Version II (Classic): 11 (12, 14, 15, 17, 18) skeins of Brooklyn Tweed *Shelter* (100% American Targhee-Columbia wool; 140 yards/50g) Photographed in color *Meteorite* **Gauge** 18 stitches & 30 rows = 4" in stockinette with Size A needle(s), after blocking 22 (22, 22, 22, 34, 34)-stitch cable from Chart A or B measures 3¾ (3¾, 3¾, 3¾, 5¾, 5¾)” wide with Size A needle(s), after blocking **Needles** Size A (for Main Fabric) One pair of straight needles or a 32” circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge listed Suggested Size: 4½ mm (US 7) Size B (for ribbing) One 32” circular needle, one size smaller than Size A Suggested Size: 4 mm (US 6) *Knitter's preferred style of needle may be used.* **Finished Dimensions** 42¾ (46¼, 49¾, 53¼, 57¾, 61¼)” \[108.5 (117.5, 126.5, 135.5, 146.5, 155.5) cm] circumference at chest Version I sample shown is size 46¼” (117.5 cm) with 3¼” (8.5 cm) ease on model Version II sample shown is size 42¾” (108.5 cm) with 8¾” (22 cm) ease on model > Need help picking a size? See our resource page on [Selecting a Sweater Size][4] *Tutorials for all special techniques listed below are included in the pattern:* Sloped Bind Off 2x2 Tubular Bind Off Kitchener Stitch (Grafting) **Skill Level** 3 out of 5 *Please note: the stitch patterns in this garment are charted only.* [1]: https://brooklyntweed.com/ [2]: https://brooklyntweed.com/pages/add-your-pattern-to-ravelry [3]: https://brooklyntweed.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [4]: https://brooklyntweed.com/pages/selecting-a-sweater-size