Paris Pearl Sweater

The **Paris Pearl Sweater** is a unisex, textured drop-shoulder sweater with a slightly oversized fit. This design features timeless motifs intended to become an heirloom piece, to be passed down through generations. The construction of this sweater is knit in panels - front, back, and sleeves - which are seamed together. The neckline is worked in the round after the panels have been assembled. For knitters who prefer a seamless construction, instructions for a seamless option are included. The model is wearing a size XS in white and a size S in green, with a bust circumference of 81cm [32 inches]. **Sizes**: XS (S) M (L) XL/2XL (3XL) **Finished Chest Circumference**: 100 (116) 132 (150) 165 (180) cm [39½ (45½) 52 (59) 65 (70¾) inches] **Length**: 54 (57.5) 57.5 (61.5) 61.5 (63) cm [21¼ (22½) 22½ (24¼) 24¼ (24¾) inches] **Sleeve Length**: 45.5 (46) 51 (51.5) 53 (53) cm [18 (18) 20 (20¼) 21 (21) inches] **Gauge**: 22 stitches x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] in blocked texture stitch pattern (Example: Rows 1-40 of Back Panel Chart) on 3.5mm [US 4] needles **Suggested needles**: Panels: 3.5mm [US 4] 40, 60 and/or 80 cm [16, 24, and/or 32 inches] circular and/or single point needles Neckline & Ribbing: 2.5mm [US 1.5] 40, 60, and/or 80 cm [16, 24, and/or 32 inches] circular and/or double pointed needles **Suggested yarn**: - White version: 300 (400) 400 (400) 500 (500) g Cotton from Cascade Yarns Cotton Sox (100g = 396m / 433 yds) - Green version: 250 (250) 300 (350) 350 (400) g Merino from Knitting for Olive (50g = 250m / 273 yds) - knits slightly small **Additional materials**: - Tapestry needle - Stitch holders or scrap yarn - Measuring tape **Difficulty**: 2.5/5 - Suitable for knitters with an advanced beginner / intermediate or greater skill level **Size Guide**: The Paris Pearl Sweater is designed with 15-25 cm [6-10 inches] of positive ease. Positive ease refers to the measurement of the final garment being larger than the initial measurement. Sizes XS (S) M (L) XL / 2XL (3XL) are based on a chest circumference of 75-85 (90-100) 105-115 (125-135) 140-150 (155-165) cm [29.5-33.5 (35.5-39) 41-45 (49-53) 55-59 (61-65) inches]. **To choose your size**: 1. Measure your chest at its widest circumference, making sure the measuring tape is snug but not too tight. You should be able to fit a finger underneath the measuring tape. 2. Add 15-25 cm [6-10 inches] to this measurement to account for positive ease. 3. Use the resulting measurement when selecting your size. For example, if your chest circumference measures 100 cm [39 inches], knit a size S. If you are in between sizes, choose the larger size. **Modification Options**: - Fit adjustment - Length adjustment - Tapered Fit - Different Yarn Weight - Seamless Version