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### Gengar Christmas Jumper Pattern

**Difficulty Level:** Intermediate

**Yarn Weight:** Worsted

**Description:** A delightful Gengar-inspired Christmas jumper that combines the festive spirit with your favorite ghost Pokémon. This top-down knit features colorwork to bring out Gengar's mischievous visage in a cozy, celebratory sweater perfect for the holiday season.

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#### Materials

- **Yarn:**
  - Main Color (MC): 850 (950, 1050, 1150, 1250) yards of worsted weight yarn in festive red
  - Contrast Color 1 (CC1): 150 (175, 200, 225, 250) yards in dark purple (for Gengar)
  - Contrast Color 2 (CC2): 50 (75, 75, 100, 125) yards in black
  - Contrast Color 3 (CC3): 25 yards in white (teeth/eye highlights)
  - Contrast Color 4 (CC4): 25 yards in pink (eyes)

- **Needles:**
  - US 7 (4.5mm) circular needles, 24 inches or longer
  - US 5 (3.75mm) circular needles for ribbing

- **Notions:**
  - Stitch markers
  - Tapestry needle
  - Scissors

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#### Gauge

- 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch using larger needles

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#### Sizes

- Sizes available: Small (Medium, Large, XL, 2XL)
- Finished Bust Circumference: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) inches
- Length from shoulder to hem: Adjustable (typically 24-28 inches)

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#### Abbreviations

- **K**: Knit
- **P**: Purl
- **St(s)**: Stitch(es)
- **Rd(s)**: Round(s)
- **R**: Row
- **K2tog**: Knit two stitches together
- **SSK**: Slip, slip, knit
- **MC**: Main Color
- **CC**: Contrast Color

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#### Instructions

##### Cuff

1. With CC1 and smaller needles, cast on 90 (100, 110, 120, 130) stitches. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beginning of the round.
2. Knit in 1x1 rib (*K1, P1*) for 1.5 inches.

##### Yoke

1. Switch to larger needles and MC.
2. Begin increases for raglan shaping:
   - **Rd 1:** K all stitches.
   - **Rd 2:** *K to 1 st before marker, Kfb, slip marker, Kfb; repeat from * to end.* 
   - **Repeat Rds 1 and 2** until there are 160 (180, 200, 220, 240) stitches.
3. Work even, maintaining stitch pattern for 1 inch.

##### Body

1. Divide for sleeves: Place sts for sleeves on holder (30, 35, 40, 45, 50 sts each sleeve). You will now work on the body stitches.
2. Join MC and continue knitting in the round until body measures 14 (15, 16, 16, 17) inches or desired length before hem ribbing.

##### Hem

1. Switch to smaller needles.
2. Work in 1x1 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Bind off loosely.

##### Sleeve

1. Join yarn and pick up sleeve sts from holder.
2. Join in the round, ensuring stitches are evenly distributed.
3. **Rd 1:** Knit all sts.
4. **Rd 2 (decrease round):** K1, SSK, knit to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.
5. Repeat these two rounds until sleeve measures 14 (15, 16, 16, 17) inches or desired length, decreasing as needed.
6. Work 1x1 ribbing for 1.5 inches, bind off loosely.
7. Repeat for the second sleeve.

##### Colorwork (Gengar Face)

Using the chart provided below (please note the digital format will have the chart placed properly):
- Begin the colorwork in the round on the front of the sweater, approximately 4 inches below the yoke. Switch to the designated colors as needed to complete the Gengar face design.

```
[Insert a clear chart for Gengar face, indicating color changes and stitch count per round with a key for each color.]
```

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##### Finishing

- Weave in all loose ends.
- Block gently to finished measurements, focusing on alignment of the colorwork design.

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#### Notes

- Adjust the length of the body and sleeves according to personal fit preference.
- Ensure gauge is met for accurate sizing, as colorwork can slightly affect stitch measurement.
- Consult a resource for intarsia or stranded colorwork if unfamiliar with these techniques.

Enjoy your festive, ghostly creation!