October Day Sweater

The October Day Sweater is knitted from the bottom up using two strands of mohair held together, creating a cozy, airy, and lightweight feel. The pattern is suitable for knitters of all levels, offering clear and concise instructions for advanced knitters, as well as additional resources such as tips, helpful guides, and videos for beginners. The leaves pattern is very intuitive and easy to remember, making the knitting process enjoyable and fun. The pattern offers two versions: one with ribbing and one with I-cord bows and a drawstring casing on the body. Both versions are included in the download. **SIZE INFORMATION** The pattern includes 6 sizes that fit a chest circumference of 78-119 cm (30¾-46¾”). The pattern has been tested across all sizes. The recommended positive ease, depending on the size, is approximately 11–22 cm (4¼–8¾”).The pattern includes a size guide to help you choose the right size. Finished Bust Circumference: Size 1: 95 cm (37½") Size 2: 100 cm (39½") Size 3: 105 cm (41¼") Size 4: 110 cm (43¼") Size 5: 120 cm (47¼") Size 6: 132 cm (52") **YARN** The sweater is originally knitted with a double strand of kid mohair/silk (70% mohair, 30% silk, 210 m (230 yards) per 25 g). For example: Drops Kid Silk, Lana Gatto Silk Mohair, Lana Grossa Silkhair, Mohair by Canard Brushed Lace, and similar alternatives. Yarn amount: Size 1: 1260 m (1380 yards) Size 2: 1365 meters (1495 yards) Size 3: 1470 meters (1610 yards) Size 4: 1575 meters (1725 yards) Size 5: 2100 (2300 yards) Size 6: 2310 (2530 yards) The meterage is provided for a double strand. If using a single strand alternative, divide the amount by two. **NEEDLES** for the ribbing version: • 3 mm (US 2) circular needles, 80 cm (32"), for ribbing on the body and sleeves (using the magic loop technique for the sleeves). • 5 mm (US 8) circular needles, 80 cm (32"), for the lace section of the body and sleeves (using the magic loop technique for the sleeves). • 3 mm (US 2) circular needles, 40 cm (16"), for neckline ribbing. for the bow version: • 4 mm (US 6) circular needles, 80 cm (32"), for edges on the body and sleeves (using the magic loop technique for the sleeves). • 5 mm (US 8) circular needles, 80 cm (32"), for the lace section of the body and sleeves (using the magic loop technique for the sleeves). • 3 mm (US 2.5) circular needles, 80 cm (32"), for picking up stitches. • Stitch markers, scissors, waste yarn, tapestry needle, crochet hook 2-3 mm (US 0-3). **GAUGE** • Stockinette stitch: 17 sts × 22 rows = 10 cm (4") on 5 mm (US 8) needles. • Lace Pattern (Charts 1 and 2): 19 sts × 22 rows = 10 cm (4") on 5 mm (US 8) needles. • Twisted Ribbing [k1tbl, p3]: 24 sts × 40 rows = 10 cm (4") on 3 mm (US 2) needles. **Instagram hashtag: [#octoberday_sweater][1]** [1]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/octoberday_sweater