Ballinafad Sweater by Maggie Jackson

Ballinafad Sweater

Knitting
January 2004
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in seed stitch
US 9 - 5.5 mm
1090 - 1110 yards (997 - 1015 m)
S (M, L)
English

Highly textured, pullover sweater has gathered back and waistline ties.

Skill Level: Advanced

Fit: Loose

Approximate measurements:

  • Bust (across front): 19 (20, 21)“
  • Body length: 23”
  • Length from center back to cuff, with arms slightly bent and cuffs turned back: 23”

Yarn: Medium weight

  • 1090 (1100, 1110) yds wool tweed in black
  • Optional: for matching hat, 160 yds (see Peatland Hat for pattern)

Notions:

  • Stitch markers
  • Two 3/4” buttons

Stitches:
Stockinette Stitch
Seed Stitch
Alternating Bobble Rib