Alpaca Yarns Pattern 5008 Stripe Short Sleeve - (8ply Adult)

This classic short-sleeved sweater features bold stripes and is worked in DK weight alpaca. The design is constructed in two main pieces from the hem upward, with three contrasting shades creating the stripe sequence and finishing the armhole edges. Alternatively, knit it in a single colour for a timeless look.

Skill Level: Intermediate – includes short row techniques and seaming

Sizing & Fit
Nine adult sizes available
Designed to fit bust: 70 (80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150) cm
Finished garment circumference: 76 (84, 95, 105, 116, 124, 135, 145, 156) cm
Centre shoulder length: 57 (58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65) cm
Sleeve length: 9 cm

Yarn Requirements
Based on DK weight alpaca (112m per 50g ball):
Colour 1: 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) balls
Colour 2: 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) balls
Colour 3: 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) balls

You Will Need
3.25mm and 4mm knitting needles
Set of 3.25mm double pointed needles
2 stitch holders, stitch markers, yarn needle

Tension: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm in stocking stitch using 4mm needles