Leir by Rohn Strong

Leir

Crochet
June 2014
Sport (12 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches
in Double Crochet
4.0 mm (G)
1200 - 2000 yards (1097 - 1829 m)
L (XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
English

Leir is a strong pullover perfect for men. It is generously sized and simple enough to please men of all shapes and sizes. Worked from the bottom up in pieces, this sweater provides a roomy fit and comfortable feel.

Difficulty: 
Easy - A knowledge of basic crochet stitches and seaming needed.

Materials: 
Approximately 1,400 (1800, 1800, 2100, 2300) yds of Fingering Weight Yarn. 
Yarn Shown: Kollage Yarns Riveting Sport (100% recycled yarn from recycled blue jeans (95% cotton - 5% other); 350yds/100g); 5 (7, 7, 8, 9) skeins in Lava Denim
UG/6 US (4.0mm) Hook 
Tapestry Needle

Tension/Gauge: 
14sts and 8 rows = 4 in. in dc

Measurements 
Finished Sizes: L (XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL]
Finished Chest Measurements: 46 (50, 54, 60, 64, 68)in.
Shown in a size 3X. Modeled with 6in. of positive ease.

Pattern Notes:
Pattern is written for smallest size with alterations in parenthesis. Pullover is worked in two pieces from the bottom up for stability.