In this knitting preview, we have a ribbed sweater that captures the feeling of autumn gold.
It comes with instructions for six sizes ranging from 76/81 cm (30/32 ins) to 127/132 cm (50/52 ins), with an ease of 4 – 9 cm (1¾ – 3½ins). So it is quite fitted!
The front and back are both worked in a staggered rib pattern, which creates a lovely texture. In contrast, the sleeves are done in stocking-stitch, as is the little split collar.
A two button fastening at the back ensures a tidy fit.
The top is worked in Stylecraft Life DK which comes in 100 gram balls. You can make this top from about £12 with the largest sizes costing around £15 – great value.We have chosen Mustard, a hot shade for this autumn but there is a large range of other shades available, including some with a marl effect.
Finally, we have marked this intermediate. There is nothing difficult about the stitches, you just need to keep a tally of your rows so you work the staggered rib correctly.
We’re keen as mustard on this one and hope you are, too.
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Liz O’Rourke I am part of the Features Team and my hobbies include knitting and crafts, reading and foreign travel – which are also my main responsibilities on the “Friend”. If you walk into the office you will soon spot my desk, it’s the one piled high with knitwear and balls of yarn!
