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Girdwood is a top down, colorwork yoke sweater that feature a brioche/tuck stitch pattern on the body and sleeves. Options are provided for a folded neckline (pictured), turtleneck or crew neck. The fit is designed to be oversized for maximum coziness. The pattern is named for the town in Alaska where Alyeska, our biggest ski resort is located. This design was inspired by the colors and views of the Alaskan winter landscape.
You can use any suitable worsted weight yarn as long as you are able to match the required gauge. Check out the tester projects for yarn ideas!
Girdwood is size inclusive to fit chests measuring from 30-66”.
MATERIALS
Yarn
worsted weight-
Colors used in sample:
C1: Hyacinth (blue)
C2: Bone (grey)
C3: Quartzite (pink)
C4: Natural (white)
Sizes:
Measurements given are for the finished garment. This sweater is designed to have an oversized fit, with 8-12” 5-20.5 cm of positive ease at the bust. See schematic on page 8 for full fit details.
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) {7, 8, 9}
Bust circumference:
37.75 (42.25, 47, 51, 55, 59) {63, 67, 71}”
Yardage:
Note - yardage is estimated and may vary depending on yarn used, gauge variations and modification.
C1 (blue): 282 (317, 348, 380, 411, 439) {470, 498, 529} yards
C2 (gray): 378 (425, 466, 508, 550, 588) {630, 667, 709} yards
C3 (pink): 282 (317, 348, 380, 411, 439) {470. 498, 529} yards
C4 (white): 145 (163, 179, 196, 212, 226) {242, 256, 273} yards
Needles:
Note - needle sizes are suggested only. You may need to use a different size to achieve gauge.
Ribbing: US 7 / 4.5 mm
Main: US 9 / 5.5 mm
Notions:
Stitch marker(s), scrap yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle, row counter (optional)
Gauge
Colorwork: 16 sts and 22 rounds = 4” 10 cm on main needles after blocking
Striped Tuck Stitch: 11 sts and 30 rounds = 4” 10 cm on main needles after blocking
