DNA Pullover

The ***DNA Pullover*** puts a helical spin on traditional Aran-sweater design. Inspired by Rosalind Franklin’s work to decipher the elusive structure, this stylized double helix refuses to twist as it should. The DNA cable is textured with seed stitch and twisted rib to give it a three-dimensional appearance. This design is a tribute to molecular biology, with the simple and plaited cables in the center symbolizing RNA and proteins. This pullover is worked from the bottom up and back and forth in pieces and then seamed. **Difficulty Level** Intermediate **Finished Size** 35 (38, 41½, 45, 48½, 51½)" circumference at underarm. Pullover shown measures 41½"; modeled with 6" of positive ease. **Yarn** Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok (100% highland wool; 370 yd / 5¼ oz): #1304 grey harbor, 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6) skeins. **Needles** Sizes 4 (3.5 mm) and 6 (4 mm): straight. Size 5 (3.75 mm): straight and 16" circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **Notions** Markers; stitch holders; cable needle; tapestry needle. **Gauge** 19 sts and 29 rows = 4" in St st on largest needles; 82 sts of cable patt = 11½" wide on largest needles. **NOTES** * This pullover is worked back and forth from the bottom up in separate pieces and seamed.