On the Ocean

On the Ocean is a relaxed pullover with a part drop-shoulder, part dolman-style construction. This creates a sweater with a laid-back look that feels both modern and classic. And it's designed it such a way to be both approachable for newer garment knitters while still being interesting and engaging for those with more experience. It has top-down construction (including some short rows at the neck for a comfortable fit), and increases are worked at each shoulder to grow the body width. Full construction details can be found below. It also features all-over wide stripes, though you can opt to work it in a single color if preferred. While the pattern is written with a ribbed neckline, I’ve included an optional rolled mock-neck variation for those who’d like a little more neck coverage (I've included photos here that show both options). > This pattern is part of my [Water's > Edge mini collection][1]. Patterns can be > purchased separately or together as an > ebook at a discounted price. Pattern includes link to my online On the Ocean Tips Page that includes: * Tips on picking a size, yarn and gauge swatching. * Making modification, including an alternate neck trim treatment. * FAQ about gauge, including how to knit the pattern "off-gauge". * Tutorials for every technique used in the pattern. * Tips on working with 2 colors and carrying yarn as you go. **PATTERN INFORMATION:** **Sizes:** 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) **Finished Body Circumference:** 36.5 (40.25, 44, 48.5, 53) (57.5, 62.25, 66.75, 71.25)"/ 92.5 (102, 112, 123, 134.5) (146, 158, 169.5, 181) cm *note: full schematic can be found [on my website][2]* **Picking Your Size:** Because of this garment’s construction style, I recommend picking a size whose finished body circumference is approx 6-12”/15-30.5 cm larger than your actual bust measurement, depending on your desired fit. Shown in size 3, being worn with approx 10-11”/25.5- 28 cm of positive ease. **Gauge:** 17.5 sts & 27 rnds = 4”/10 cm in St st in the rnd after blocking. **Yarn:** Worsted-weight yarn, shown in Sea Isle by Plymouth (50% Organic Pima Cotton, 50% Fine Merino Wool; 100g = 329 yds), broken down as follows: • ***MAIN COLOR (MC):*** 675 (775, 875, 975, 1075) (1175, 1275, 1375, 1500) yards, 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins, shown in color 11 Sand Dollar. • ***CONTRASTING COLOR (CC):*** 200 (225, 250, 275, 325) (350, 375, 400, 425) yards, 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (2, 2, 2, 2) skeins, shown in color 1 Soft White. *Note: If you prefer to omit stripes, just add the two yardages together to get the total needed.* **Needles & Other Supplies:** • For body/gauge: US 10/6 mm 24”/60 cm and 32”/80 cm circs, or size needed to obtain gauge (note: sizes 6-9 may also want to consider a 40”/100 cm long circ for the body). • For neck ribbing & neck short rows: US 9/5.5 mm 16”/40 cm circ, or 1 needle size smaller than that used to obtain gauge. • For hem ribbing: US 9/5.5 mm 32”/80 cm circ, or 1 needle size smaller than that used to obtain gauge. • For sleeves: US 10/6 mm for working small circumferences (either DPNs, magic loop, or other preferred method), or size used to obtain gauge. • For sleeve cuffs: US 9/5.5 mm for working small circumferences, or 1 needle size smaller than that used for sleeves. • 4 stitch markers (one a different style than others). • 1 locking stitch marker. • Stitch holder cords or scrap yarn. • Tapestry needle. **Construction:** • Piece is worked in the round starting at the top. After the neck trim is worked, increases are worked at each shoulder to create that dolman-style silhouette (and short rows are also worked at the top to lower the front neckline a bit). • Once the body width is achieved through this shoulder shaping, each front and back is worked separately and flat down to the underarm to create the armhole depth, just like a drop-shoulder piece. • Then the piece is joined back in the round (with some underarm shaping to help reduce excess fabric) and worked in one piece down to the hem. • Bracelet-length sleeves are created by picking-up and knitting stitches around the armhole and working in the round to the cuff. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/waters-edge-collection/patterns [2]: https://elizabethsmithknits.com/product/on-the-ocean/