Starburst Sweater

>*Sign up for my **[ Newsletter][1]** to get the **30%** subscriber discount! Intro Sale offer is valid for **Moonbeam Scarf** through June 21, 2025. ************************************************** =>***Buy 3 and get one free! Place 4 of my patterns or ebooks in your cart and the 4th (least expensive) will be free! No code needed. (This discount applies only to my patterns on Ravelry.) > Pattern will be available in **[Knit Companion][3]**. Starburst is the perfect sweater to knit up fast for cooler weather. Its simple elegance is highlighted by a textured starburst motif at the yoke, with multiple neckline options to suit your style. You can try on your sweater and even block it before working the cuffs. It's easy to do this and get the exact result you want with top-down designs!* The starburst motif is far easier than it appears, and the hybrid yoke construction gives you the best of both worlds: a circular yoke for effortless textured, lace knitting that transitions into raglan shaping for a comfortable, flattering fit. Worked **top-down and seamlessly in the round**, Starburst lets you try it on as you go, with no surprises, and no finishing beyond weaving in a few ends. The neckline is worked first for built-in structure that prevents stretching, and you can add a collar of your choice later. Short rows shape and lower the front neck, and can also create an optional angled hem with a bit of extra length in the back. Long sleeves with ribbed cuffs can easily be adjusted for a shorter length. This design shines in any yarn that meets gauge, has good stitch definition, and not too much color variation. *The instructions are charted and written and the pattern has been professionally tech-edited and tested.* **SIZES** XS(S, S2, M, M2, L)( L2, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL) Designed to be worn with 6”/ *15 cm* ease at chest. **FINISHED CHEST MEASUREMENTS** 32.5(34, 36.5, 38.5, 41.5, 43.5)(46.5, 49.5, 53.5, 57.25, 60.5) inches / *82.5(86.5, 92.5, 98, 105.5, 110.5)(118, 125.5, 135.5, 145.5, 153.5) cm*. Choose size that is 6” / *15 cm* larger than chest measurement. **RECOMMENDED YARN ** **[The Fibre Co Cumbria][9]:** **Worsted** shown in color Grasmere Vale. See my KITS with The Fibre Co. **[HERE][12]** and save 10% by using code ***KAYHOPKINS*** at checkout. OR **[Plucky Knitter Legacy DK ][6]:** **DK** shown in color Blue Spruce. See KITS **[HERE][7]**. OR any yarn that meets gauge, has good stitch definition and minimal color variation. *Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.* See **[YarnSub.com][2]** for yarn substitutions. **ESTIMATED YARN REQUIRED** 889(923, 957, 1094, 1169, 1230)(1415, 1661, 1845, 1968, 2214) yds /*814(845, 876, 1002, 1070, 1126)(1295, 1520, 1689, 1801, 2026) m.* *Yardage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used. * **GAUGE** 20 sts / 28 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette st on Larger (Main) needle (after blocking). **EXPERIENCE LEVEL:** Intermediate but accessible to Advanced Beginner with experience in skills used. **Skills used:** German Short Rows, increases, decreases, picking up sts. #kcdesign #sizeinclusive [1]: http://eepurl.com/dhF0jH [2]: https://yarnsub.com [3]: https://www.create2thrive.com/?filter_designer=kay-hopkins [6]: https://thepluckyknitter.com/collections/bases/products/legacy-dk [7]: https://thepluckyknitter.com/collections/starburst [9]: https://thefibreco.com/products/starburst-sweater-kit-cumbria [12]: https://thefibreco.com/collections/kay-hopkins