Valley Yarns Mountain Laurel is a must-have fitted cabled women’s topper. Knit in Hampden, this clever sweater is has a deep v-neck, dropped shoulders, integrated dolman sleeves that end at the elbow, and a deep ribbed hem that creates an empire waist. Elegant yet comfortable, the cabled topper has unique construction that keeps it interesting while it comes together quickly. The cable patterns are both charted and written out.

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Measurements: Shown in size S with suggested 0–2” positive ease in the ribbed band at the hip.
Hips – 32 (36¾, 41½, 44¾) (51¼, 57½, 65½)”
Length – 23 (23½, 24, 26) (26½, 27½, 29)“
Note: This topper is quite roomy in the bust, so choose your size based on your upper hip measurement.

Yarn Requirements: 9 (10, 12, 14) (16, 19, 22) hanks Valley Yarns Hampden (50% Baby Alpaca/ 35% Fine Merino Wool/ 15% Mulberry Silk; 50g/95yds) shown in 03 Silver Grey

Needles:
US 4 (3.50mm) 16” & 24–32” circular
US 5 (3.75mm) 16” & 24–32” circular to get gauge

Gauge:
22 sts and 30 rows = 4” in rib stitch on US 4 (3.50mm), blocked
20 sts and 28 rows = 4” in cable pattern on US 5 (3.75mm), blocked