Downhill Drifter by Lisa K. Ross

Downhill Drifter

Knitting
March 2015
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches
in 2x2 Ribbing
310 - 700 yards (283 - 640 m)
6 mos- 6 years
English
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Whether sledding down the slopes or snuggling up by the fire, this ribbed turtleneck is sure to keep little ones warm on those cold winter days. The sweater begins at the bottom and is worked in the round with subtle shifts in cables along the body to mimic the cascading hills of a winter wonderland. The sleeves of the sweater are ribbed as well, with extra-long cuffs folded over to complement the turned-down collar. Once the shoulders have been seamed together, the turtleneck is picked up and knit along the neckline. The careful construction of this classic sweater shape is a perfect addition to any winter wardrobe.

SIZES
0-6mos (6-12mos, 18mos, 2T, 3T, 4, 6)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
The turtleneck is VERY stretchy and is designed to fit with 1”-3” of negative ease. It will appear long and slender as you are knitting it.
Chest: 16” (17”, 18.5”, 20”, 21”, 22”, 23”)
Length (Hem to Underarm): 6.5” (7.5”, 8”, 9”, 10”, 11.5”, 12”)
Sleeve Length: 6.5” (7.5”, 8”, 9”, 10”, 11.5”, 12”)

YARN
Dream in Color CLASSY
(100% superwash merino wool, 250 yards / 4 ounces):
2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3) skeins
Samples shown in ‘Pickle Ball’ and ‘Azure Cove’

YARDAGE
Rib Color/Main Color
6mos: 310yds
12mos: 360yds
18mos: 400yds
2T: 450yds
3T: 540yds
4: 650yds
6: 700yds

NEEDLES
US 7 (4.5mm) and US 5 (3.75mm), or as required to meet gauge; 16” or 24” circular and DPNs in each size

GAUGE
26 sts and 27 rows = 4 inches in 2x2 ribbing on smaller needles (gauge swatch should be blocked, but not stretched)

21 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches in stockinette on smaller needles (for reference only, swatch should be knit in 2x2 ribbing)

NOTIONS
1 stitch marker in Color A, 6-8 stitch markers in Color B, 1 stitch marker in Color C, removable stitch markers (optional), cable needle, tapestry needle

SKILL LEVEL
Advanced Beginner or Intermediate

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