The Burning Embers sweater is from my book Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear. This book includes 20 #SizeInclusive sweater patterns using a variety of techniques and construction methods to ensure there is something of value for every skill level. Each pattern is written for sizes XS to 5XL and each size has been thoroughly tested! We had over 500+ crochet pattern testers for this book to make sure that each size fits its intended wearer in a way that makes them feel beautiful. You can buy this book with confidence, knowing that each pattern was written for you and your unique body measurements.

ABOUT
A playful twist on a holiday sweater, Burning Embers features a statement bow closure over a modern, peek-a-boo cutout on the lower back. The festive, oversized bow is not only a striking detail, but serves an important function: a way to incorporate simple waist shaping to hug your natural waistline. This cropped sweater is designed to be close fitting, especially at the waist, so that the bow will stay taut against your back.

This pattern is part of the chapter Dressed to Impress—In Your Holiday Best; and while the other patterns in this chapter infer a celebratory theme in more ambiguous, subtle ways, this design undeniably captures the essence of the holiday season. This sweater was designed for parties, date night and anything in between. Once the holidays pass, camouflage it seamlessly into your everyday wardrobe by making one in your favorite color and wear it year-round.

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MATERIALS
Yarn: Worsted—Red Heart Soft in Wine

• 100% acrylic
• 256 yds (234 m) per 5-oz (141-g) skein
• Find this yarn on yarnspirations.com, lovecrafts.com, or visit yarnsub.com to find comparable substitutes.

Substitute Red Heart Soft for any worsted weight, category #4 yarn that matches gauge. Most fibers should produce a beautiful sweater.

Yardage: 4 (4, 4, 5, 5) (5, 6, 6, 6) skeins of Red Heart Soft, or
850 (925, 1000, 1075, 1150) (1250, 1325, 1400, 1500) yds
778 (846, 915, 983, 1052) (1143, 1212, 1281, 1372) m

Note on Yardage: Different colorways of Red Heart Soft have varying yardage. Make sure to check the yardage listed on the label of your desired colorway to ensure you have enough yarn before beginning.

Yardage listed here is based on the length provided for your size in the chart on page 5 of the PDF file, or page 122 in the book. If you would like a longer sweater than written for your size, additional yardage will be required.

Hook: Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: Tapestry needle, several locking stitch markers

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