Equinox sweater

**Pattern Description** The Equinox sweater is a cozy, seamless top-down sweater. The pattern starts with a comfortable 3x3 ribbed neckband. The yoke is shaped using raglan increases and German short rows to create an anatomical neckline (both back and front). The body is worked in stockinette stitch with gentle waist shaping, ending in a wide 3x3 ribbed hem. The sleeves are worked straight in the round for a beautifully voluminous look, followed by dramatic decreases just before the cuffs to create a subtle balloon-sleeve effect, finished with a classic 1x1 ribbing. **Size Options** (Bust Circumference) XS: 80-84 cm / 31.5-33" S: 84-88 cm / 33-34.5" M: 92-96 cm / 36-38" L: 100-104 cm / 39-41" XL: 108-112 cm / 42.5-44" XXL: 116-120 cm / 45.5-47" **Gauge Information** (after blocking) 3x3 ribbing: 14.5 sts and 28 rows in 10 cm (4"), stockinette stitch: 15.5 sts and 21 rows in 10 cm (4") **Materials Needed:** Main needles: 6.0 mm (US 10) circular needles, 60 cm (24") length; optionally 40 cm (16") for sleeves. Ribbing and neckline needles: 4.0 mm (US 6) circular needles, 60 cm (24") length Tapestry needle Waste yarn, extra cable with stoppers, or stitch holders for sleeve stitches Stitch markers (in different colors) **Yarn & Number of Skeins** Uses Alize Lanagold (49% wool, 51% acrylic; 240 m / 100 g): XS: approx. 300 g (3 skeins) S: approx. 350 g (3.5 skeins) M: approx. 400 g (4 skeins) L: approx. 450-500 g (4.5-5 skeins) XL: approx. 550 g (5.5 skeins) XXL: approx. 600-650 g (6-6.5 skeins)