Blea Rock

Blea Rock is a slouchy pullover that is both fun to knit and easy to wear. Knitted in Lore, the rhythmic smocking stitch and relaxing stocking stitch allow the rustic, lofty nature of the yarn to shine. This classic sweater is worked in pieces from the bottom up and seamed for strength and stability.

Sizes
To fit chest sizes: 76-81 (86-91: 97-102: 107-112: 117-122: 127-132) cm (30-32 (34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48: 50-52) in)

Chest circ (at underarm): 77 (86: 98: 109.5: 121.5: 133.5) cm (30.75 (34.25: 39: 43.75: 48.5: 53.25) in)
Front length (at side neck): 58 (60: 62: 64.5: 68.5: 71.5) cm (25.5 (26.25: 27: 28.25: 30.5: 31.75) in)
Back length (at side neck): 64 (66: 68: 70.5: 74.5: 77.5) cm (23 (23.75: 24.5: 25.5: 27: 28.25) in)
Sleeve seam: 40 (40: 40: 40: 41: 42) cm (15.75 (15.75: 15.75: 15.75: 16.25: 16.5) in)

Recommended ease
The sweater is intended to be worn with minimal positive ease.

Yarn
The Fibre Co. Lore (100% lambswool, 250 m (273 yd) per 100g hank) in shade Comfort - 5 (5: 6: 6: 7: 7) hanks

Needles
4mm (US 6) straight needles (or size to obtain gauge)
4mm (US 6) 60cm (24 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge)
Spare 4mm (US 6) needle for 3-needle bind-off.

Extras
Stitch markers, tapestry needle, stitch holders, shoulder tape (optional)

Gauge
21 sts and 31 rows to 10cm (4 in) measured over st st after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles
27 sts and 32 rows to 10cm (4 in) measured over smocking st after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles