FIBRE COMPANY | KNIT KITS | Canopy | Boxy Sweater

A wardrobe staple in a classic, wearable shape. Reverse stocking stitch shows off the yarn beautifully and gives texture to an otherwise minimalist piece. This boxy sweater is worked from the bottom up in pieces with carefully shaped shoulders and seams for stability that result in a flattering fit.

PATTERN specs

NEEDLES: 1 pair 2.75mm (US 3) needles (or size to obtain gauge) + 1 pair 3mm (US 2.5) needles (or size to obtain gauge) + 2.75mm (US 2) 40 cm (16 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge)

TENSION/GAUGE: 28 sts and 40 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over st st using 3mm (US 2.5) needles.

GARMENT MEASUREMENTS: Chest / Hem width: 48 [53: 58: 63: 68: 73] cm (19.25 [21.25: 23.25: 25.25: 27.25: 29.25] in)
Length (from shoulder): 57.5 cm (22.5 in)
Sleeve seam: 25 cm (10in)

Canopy Fingering is a fingering weight 3-ply strong, soft, shiny and drapey yarn perfect for color work, lace or textured stitch patterns. The unique blend of fibers are spun into a smooth yarn and then kettle dyed, and the different way the fibers absorb the dye creates a beautiful depth of color with subtle heathered tones

FIBER: 50% baby alpaca, 30% merino wool + 20% viscose from bamboo

LENGTH: 200 yds/183 Meters/50 gram skein

GAUGE: 28-32 sts = 4 inches on US 2-3 needle 12 - 10 UK

SOURCE: PERU

CARE: Hand wash (Separate colors) in cool water with mild soap