Maximalist Top

This pattern is part of the **SOLACE: Stitches of Comfort** book. Find the book here: [irmiandesign.com][1] [1]: https://www.irmiandesign.com/solace-book > If you purchase 5 patterns from my > Ravelry Store at the same time (place > them all in your cart before checking > out), you will automatically receive > the least expensive for free! Bold colorwork and playful geometry define this short-sleeved pullover. The round yoke features striking bands of stripes, scallops, and polka-dot motifs that flow together in an eye-catching palette. Below the yoke, the body transitions into smooth stockinette with subtle textured accents, letting the vibrant upper section instantly catch attention. **Sizes** Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL), {3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL}: to fit bust 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50), {52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66}”/70-75 (80-85, 90-95, 100-105, 110-115, 120-125), {130-135, 140-145, 150-155, 160-165} cm. **Finished Measurements** 35 (40.75, 43.5, 48, 51, 56.75), {59, 62.5, 67, 71.25}”/ 87.5 (102, 109, 120, 127.5, 142), {147.5, 156.5, 167.5, 178} cm bust circumference. Intended ease: +3-8”/7.5-20 cm. Shown in size M (43.5”/109 cm) on 38”/95 cm bust with 5.5”/14 cm of positive ease. **Yarn** DK weight yarn (approximate amounts): 880 (970, 1070, 1190, 1230, 1330), {1445, 1475, 1575, 1735} yds/805 (887, 978, 1088, 1124, 1216), {1320, 1348, 1440, 1586} m. Miss Babs Yowza (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 560 yards/512 m in 225 g), A: Antique Brass (mustard) – 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2), {2, 3, 3, 3} skeins. Miss Babs Yowza Mini (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 200 yards/182 m in 80 g), 1 skein each: B: Sable (black) C: Santa Fe (brick) D: Dark Adobe (dark pink) E: White Peppercorn (off-white) F: Sugar (light pink) **Needles** Size US 5/3.75 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm circular, 16”/40 cm circular and set of double-pointed. Sizes US 4/3.5 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm circular, 16”/40 cm circular and set of double-pointed. (Optional: spare 24-32”/60-80 cm circular needle in size US 4/3.5 mm for Tubular Bind Off.) Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge. **Notions** Stitch markers, waste yarn, tapestry needle. **Gauge** 22 stitches and 30 rounds = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette stitch or Textured Pattern (see Stitch Guide below) on size US 5/3.75 mm needle, after blocking. **Notes** • This pullover is worked in one piece from the top down with round yoke shaping. **Difficulty**: Intermediate