VIGA SWEATER

SIZES 1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9) FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 41 (44, 47.25, 50.25, 53.5) (56.75, 59.75, 63, 66.25)” / 104 (112, 120, 128, 136) (144, 152, 160, 168) cm bust circumference YARN Woolfolk Far 100% Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino® 142 yards / 130 meters per 50 g skein (Worsted weight) 10 (11, 12, 12, 13) (13, 14, 14, 15) skeins in color F50 (Cherry Blossom) or 20R (Anniversary Red) NEEDLES AND NOTIONS US 4 (3.5 mm) 16-32” / 40-80 cm circular needles or set of dpns US 7 (4.5 mm) 16-32” / 40-80 cm circular needles and set of dpns 5 buttons 0.75” / 19 - 20 mm diameter each Tapestry needle, markers, removable marker, stitch holders GAUGE 20 sts and x 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm in wide rib stitch on larger needles, blocked. Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain gauge. SAMPLES Sample 1 (size 2, color F50 (Cherry Blossom)) is on 5' 9”/ 175 cm model worn with 10” / 25 cm ease. Sample 2 (size 2, color 20R (Anniversary Red)) is on 5' 8” / 173 cm model worn with 10” / 25 cm ease. DESIGN NOTES The goal for the Viga sweater design was to create a soft, romantic and sophisticated look. The sweater features a striking high-buttoned neck that sweeps down from a tall turtleneck collar along a raglan line. It can be worn fully extended or folded down. The sweater showcases a structured wide rib pattern that flows seamlessly from the turtleneck into the body and sleeves. CONSTRUCTION NOTES The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down. The turtleneck and yoke are worked flat before joining in the round. Stitches for the sleeves are placed on hold, and the body is then shaped with German short rows before continuing working in the round to the hem. When the body is completed, sleeves are worked in the round to the cuffs. Recommended positive ease is 6”-8” / 15-20 cm.