Inspired by the thermal long-sleeved shirts of the nineties with an updated A-line silhouette, the Lea Mills Thermal is versatile enough for a range of looks. The Sportmate yarn, allover waffle-stitch pattern, and lace gores along the sides keep the wearer from getting too hot or too cold.

Difficulty Intermediate

Finished Size 32 (35.75, 39.75, 43.5, 47.25, 51.25)“ bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 35.75”; modeled with 3.75” of positive ease.

Yarn Lorna’s Laces Sportmate (70% superwash merino wool, 30% Outlast viscose; 270 yd/3.5 oz): #41ns China blue, 6 (7, 7, 8, 9, 9) skeins.

Needles Sizes 2 (2.75 mm) and 3 (3.25 mm): 24” circular and set of double-pointed. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers; stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Gauge 25 sts and 43 rnds = 4” in Waffle st on larger needle; 18 sts and 43 rnds = 4” in Fishnet patt on larger needle.

Notes The body of this pullover is worked in the round from the lower edge to the underarm. The sleeves are worked separately in the round, then the sleeves and body are joined to work the raglan yoke.