This architectural A-line pullover in Arbor surprises the eye with unexpected intersections of ribbed texture. Columns of half-twisted single rib climb the body from the split hem and then begin to diverge and overlap in geometric panels. Arbor’s round, 3-ply construction and worsted spin renders every line in the crispest definition. Bracelet-length sleeves in reverse stockinette and an open neckline balance the wide hem and the busy fabric of the torso.

Yardage

1185 (1340, 1495, 1670, 1865, 2020, 2210) total yards of DK weight wool yarn

Yarn

9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16) skeins Brooklyn Tweed Arbor (100% American Targhee wool; 145 yards/50 grams)
Photographed in color Degas

Gauge

24 stitches & 30 rows = 4″ in reverse stockinette stitch with Size A needle(s), after blocking
27 stitches & 30 rows = 4″ in 1×1 Half-Twisted Ribbing with Size A needle(s), after blocking

Note: Gauge for this project changes considerably after blocking; please block your swatch prior to measuring to ensure correct sizing.

Needles

Size A (for Main Fabric)
One 32″ circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge listed
Suggested Size: 3½ mm (US 4)

Size B (for Neckband)
One 16″ circular needle, three sizes smaller than Size A
Suggested Size: 2¼ mm (US 1)

Finished Dimensions

32 (35½, 39½, 44½, 48, 52, 55½)” / 81.5 (90, 100.5, 113, 122, 132, 141) cm circumference at bust
Intended Ease: + 1–3″ (2.5–7.5 cm)
Sample shown is size 35½” (90 cm) with 1½” (4 cm) ease on model

Tutorials for all special techniques listed below are included in the pattern:
Cabled Cast On
Cabling Without a Cable Needle
Short Rows: German Method
Sloped Bind Off

Skill Level

5 out of 5

Please note: the stitch patterns for this garment are charted only.