Dave is an old friend with a big heart and a boyish spirit. As this sweater emerged from the yarn, I knew it was perfect for him. Mixing textures, lines and color, this is a classic everyday sweater. Shown in worsted weight, Malabrigo kettle dyed pure merino wool and knit on U.S. size 10 needles, the pattern is written for men’s sizes XS (32-34) to XL (48-50).

SIZES
Men’s sizes XS 32-3436-38], M 40-42, L 44-46, XL 48-50). Shown in size XS. The sweater is semi-fitted: not tight, not loose.

GAUGE 13.5 stitches and 30 rows in Waffle Stitch on U.S. size 10 needles.

MATERIALS

• Malabrigo kettle dyed pure merino wool (215 yds/ 110 gm skein); 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) skeins, approximately 1,100 (1,200, 1,300, 1,500, 1,650) yards.
• A pair of U.S. size 10 straight needles and a U.S. size 10 circular needle, 32” or longer.
• 1 button.
• Place markers, row markers and stitch holders.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 37” (40 1/2”, 45”, 48 1/2”, 53”)
Length to Underarm: 16 1/4” (16 1/4”, 16 1/4”, 16 1/8”, 15 7/8”)
Sleeve Length to Underarm: 18 1/4” (18 3/4”, 19 3/4”, 19 1/2”, 19”)
Body Length: 26 1/4” (27”, 27 1/4”, 27 1/2”, 28”)

CONSTRUCT Knit in pieces, sewn together, collar knit in place when finishing.

Copyright: Pattern is protected by international copyright laws and is intended for personal use only. Other uses are strictly prohibited.