Family Affair by Lynn Gates

Family Affair

Knitting
January 2002
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch on larger needles
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1070 - 2140 yards (978 - 1957 m)
30 (34, 36, 40, 44, 47, 52, 55)" (76 [86.5, 91.5, 101.5, 112, 119.5, 132, 139.5] cm) bust/chest circumference
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Interweave SKU: EP1306

Pattern Description from Interweave Online Store:
This easygoing unisex pullover is perfect year-round with jeans or shorts. Sized for the whole family, it features a zipper at the neck, stand-up collar with double-knit edge, side vents, and contrasting hems and edgings. The soft Australian wool ensures a smooth finish.

Finished Size: 30 (34, 36, 40, 44, 47, 52, 55)“ (76 [86.5, 91.5, 101.5, 112, 119.5, 132, 139.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweaters shown measure 36” (91.5 cm) and 44” (112 cm).

Yarn: Jo Sharp Handknitting Yarn (100% wool; 107 yd [98 m]/50 g): MC, 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18) balls; CC, 1 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2) balls. Shown in #507 Miro with #002 pistachio and #332 terra cotta with #333 brick.

Yarn weight: yarn weight

Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4” (10 cm) in St st on larger needles.

Needles:

  • Body and sleeves - Size 6 (4 mm).
  • Hems and borders - Size 5 (3.75 mm): Straight and 16” (40-cm) circular (cir).
  • Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Tapestry needle; 7” (18-cm) non-separating zipper; sewing needle and thread to match zipper.

Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2002