The Autumn-Break Sweater is designed for the unique qualities of alpaca yarn. It incorporates a simple cut and refined details, allowing the drape and texture of the yarn to feature centre stage.

The pattern is worked in reverse stockinette stitch with faux seams created down the middle of the front, back and sleeves, using simple slip stitch. It is perfect for everyday wear, and for those seeking a refined, understated look.

The sweater is worked from the bottom up and seamed at the shoulders. Stitches are picked up to form the band of the neck. The sleeves are worked top-down by picking up stitches and using short rows to provide shaping at the shoulders.

The hem has side-splits and is lower at the back. A slip stitch ribbing is used for the bands. The wide ‘squared’ neckline also provides understated details.

It is suitable for intermediate level knitters.

Sizing
The pattern is written for five sizes with a roomy fit:

To fit bust: 
Size 1  71-76 cm  28-30 inches 
Size 2  82-87 cm  32-34 inches 
Size 3  92-97 cm  36-38 inches 
Size 4  102-107 cm  40-42 inches 
Size 5  112-117 cm  44-46 inches 
Size 6 122-127 cm 48-50 inches

Finished bust (incl ease):
Size 1  100 cm  39 ½ inches 
Size 2  109 cm  42 ¾ inches 
Size 3  117 cm  46 ¼ inches 
Size 4  128 cm  50 ¼ inches 
Size 5  137 cm  53 ¾ inches 
Size 6 145 cm 57 inches

Back finished length:
Size 1  61 cm  24 inches 
Size 2  61.5 cm  24 ¼ inches 
Size 3  62.5 cm  24 ½ inches 
Size 4  63.5 cm  25 inches 
Size 5  64 cm  25 ¼ inches 
Size 6 64 cm 25 ¼ inches 

Yarn:
Recommended yarn:
Sandnes Garn Alpakka - 100% Alpaca 8ply/DK, 110 m per 50 grams
Alpaca Yarnings 100% Baby Alpaca, 8ply, 205m per 100g.

Approximate Yardage:
Size 1 1050 m (1150 yards)
Size 2 1090 m (1190 yards)
Size 3 1220 m (1330 yards)
Size 4 1350 m (1480 yards)
Size 5 1370 m (1500 yards)
Size 6 1420 m (1550 yards)