This Easy Top-Down Raglan sweater pattern simply couldn’t be any more basic. In fact, it’s probably one of the easiest sweater patterns you’ll ever follow.

Materials and vital statistics
✓ Measurements: 341⁄4 (373⁄4, 411⁄2, 45, 483⁄4, 521⁄4, 56) inches 87 (96, 105.5, 114.5, 124, 132.5, 142) centimeters. We provide instructions for the smallest size, with larger numbers in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. The sweater is shown in size 37 3⁄4 inches 96 centimeters.

Measure yourself around the chest under your arms (armpit level); this
number is your chest measurement. Because most sweater patterns
give a finished measurement, measuring a favorite sweater that fits
well is also a good idea. That way, you know exactly what finished
measurement you prefer in a sweater.

✓ Yarn: Lion Brand “Superwash Merino” (100% superwash merino; CYC
#3, 306 yds, 3.5 ounces 100 grams): Dijon #486-170, 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) balls
✓ Needles: Sizes US 5 and 6 (33⁄4 and 4 mm); 16-inch and 32-inch circulars; dpns, or size needed to obtain gauge
✓ Other materials: Stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, five small buttons, thread, sewing needle, and a tapestry needle to weave in ends
✓ Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows/rounds per 4 inches in stockinette stitch with larger needle. Take time to save time: Check your gauge.