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Step into the spotlight with Backstage Romance, a sleeveless sweater that feels like a quiet moment behind the curtains before the show begins. Knit with Lamanas Premia, a soft silk and mohair blend, and Milano, a cozy wool and cashmere mix, this sweater drapes beautifully, feels luxuriously soft, and is full of cozy personality.

Designed with a classic round yoke, this top-down sweater is knitted in one piece – beginner-friendly, stress-free, and endlessly satisfying. The subtle detail on the yoke isn’t just a little surprise at the front; it gracefully continues along both sides, adding that lovely touch that makes this piece truly special.

Whether you’re layering it for work, pairing it with your favorite jeans, or enjoying a quiet moment with a cup of tea, Backstage Romance brings that effortless charm to every moment. And just like a whispered scene behind the stage, it leaves a little trace of romance wherever you go.

Sizes
Measurements given are for the finished garment. Designed to fit with 8 - 12” / 20.5 - 30.5 cm of positive ease at the bust, less for larger sizes. Photos show size 2 on a 38” / 96.5 cm bust model.
(46.75, 51, 55.25) (59.25) (63.5, 67.75, 72)“ / (117, 127.5, 138) (148.5) (159, 169.5, 180) cm at the bust

Yardage
Lamana Milano in “Sage 64”
(891, 970, 1056) (1135) (1214, 1292, 1371) yds / (814, 886, 965) (1037) (1109, 1181, 1253) m
Lamana Premia in “Sage 64”
(866, 932, 1010) (1089) (1168, 1246, 1325) yds / (792, 852, 924) (996) (1068, 1140, 1212) m

Pattern has been tech-edited and test knitted.

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