Norwegian Classic Sweater

Description

Stay warm and stylish with this Norwegian classic sweater pattern. Featuring intricate colorwork inspired by traditional Norwegian designs, this sweater is perfect for cozy evenings by the fire or a chilly day out. Grab your favorite worsted weight yarn and get ready to knit this timeless piece!

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn (UK Aran, 10 ply) in main color: 600g (1200m)
• Worsted weight yarn in contrast color: 400g (800m)
• US 7 (4.5mm) and US 8 (5mm) knitting needles (UK 7 and 6, Metric 4.5mm and 5mm)
• Cable needle
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch on larger needles

Size

Finished chest measurements: 36 (40, 44, 48) inches

Pattern

1. Using the smaller needles and main color yarn, cast on 100 (110, 120, 130) stitches. Work in k1, p1 rib for 2 inches.
2. Switch to the larger needles and begin colorwork pattern following chart. Repeat chart across the row.
3. Continue in colorwork pattern until piece measures 12 (13, 14, 15) inches from cast on edge.
4. Shape armholes by binding off 5 (6, 7, 8) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Then, decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row 3 times.
5. Continue in pattern until piece measures 18 (19, 20, 21) inches from cast on edge.
6. Shape neck by binding off center 20 (22, 24, 26) stitches and working each side separately.
7. Shape shoulders by binding off 5 (6, 7, 8) stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
8. Join contrast color yarn and work ribbing for neckline for 1 inch. Bind off all stitches.
9. Sew side and shoulder seams using mattress stitch.

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