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You can now purchase the Bowness pattern as part of a kit in our online store. The kit includes 4-7 hanks of Arranmore and the pattern PDF. Learn more here.

Bowness

Bowness is a classic raglan sweater knitted top down in the round. The body features a grid-like knit/purl texture whilst the sleeves are in simple stockinette. Our Donegal tweed Arranmore adds gorgeous depth of colour and nubby texture to this wardrobe staple.

SIZES
To fit bust: 76-81 (86-91: 97-102: 107-112: 117-122: 127-132) cm (30- 32 (34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48: 50-52) in)

EASE
The sweater is intended to be worn with 10-15 cm (4-6 in) of positive ease.

MEASUREMENTS
Bust Circumference: 90.5 (101.5: 106.5: 120: 128: 138.5) cm (36.25 (40.5: 42.5: 48: 51.25: 55.5) in)
Length (from shoulder): 51 (53.5: 53.5: 56: 57: 58.5) cm (20.25 (21.25: 21.25: 22.25: 22.5: 23.25) in)
Sleeve seam: 40.5 (40.5: 42: 42: 44: 44) cm (16 (16: 17: 17: 17.25: 17.25) in)
Hem Circumference: 82.5 (93.5: 98.5: 112: 120: 130.5) cm (33 (37.25: 39.5: 44.75: 48: 52.25) in)
Sleeve Circumference: 32.5 (34: 36: 40: 43.5: 47.5) cm (13 (13.5: 14.5: 16: 17.5: 19) in)

YARN
The Fibre Co. Arranmore (80% merino wool, 10% cashmere, 10% silk, 160 m (175 yd) per 100 g hank) in shade Liadan – 4 (5: 5: 6: 6: 7) hanks. Our yardage includes enough for an 8x8” swatch.

You can purchase Arranmore from select local yarn shops around the world and directly from The Fibre Co.’s online shop. Follow this link for a list of stockists.

NEEDLES
5mm (US 8) 60 or 80 cm (24 or 32 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge)
5mm (US 8) circular needle or double-pointed needles for working a small circumference in the round (or size to obtain gauge)
4.5mm (US 7) 60 or 80 cm (24 or 32 in) circular needle
4.5mm (US 7) 40 cm (16 in) circular needle
4.5mm (US 7) circular needle or double-pointed needles for working a small circumference in the round

EXTRAS
Stitch markers
Waste yarn

TENSION
15 sts and 24 rnds to 10 cm (4 in) measured over st st after blocking using 5mm (US 8) needles.

Foundations AW19-20: Inspired by the comfort of craft, Foundations AW19-20 is designed to show you how we do “cosy” in the rural countryside. With lots of annual rainfall and low temperatures almost year-round, the Lake District requires a wardrobe full of woollens. In this collection, you will find vibrant colourwork, interesting yokes and simple but effective textures. We have worked with a small group of indie designers to create garments and accessories that can be thrown on and wrapped up in whenever you need the ease of a woolly hug.