It’s been five years since that first long weekend when I thought maybe I’d try to knit a sweater in four days. It was a silly personal challenge and I had no idea that it would become an annual event that drew together a remarkable community of knitters around the globe. The 4 Day Knitalong has never been about 4 days – not really. It’s about knitting a sweater faster than you thought we could – and doing it with the energy, enthusiasm, and support of the Olive Knits community.

This year, with hope on the horizon, we’re embracing the 5th Annual 4 Day Knitalong with renewed energy and joy. Join us for the knitting party of the year – a celebration of life, friendship, and brighter days. Fireworks is a celebration in the stitches!

A celebration of life, friendship, and new beginnings. Are you ready for a party on your needles? The unique firework stitches in this design cascade down the yoke like streams of light in the night’s sky. It may look complex, but the little bursts are easy to knit and become intuitive after just a few repeats. Get ready to light up the
room with this show-stopping design. Fireworks is knit seamlessly from the top-down, with round yoke shaping and a slightly cropped lower body length. You can easily adjust the length to your preference.

Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)

See finished measurements to choose your fit

Fit Advice
This sweater is meant to fit with about 2 inches/ 5 cm positive ease. For best results, choose the size with a finished measurement that is 2 inches/5 cm larger than your full bust measurement.

Yarn
Sew Happy Jane Delightful DK Tweed | 85% superwash merino, 15% nylon neps | 231 yards in 100 g | 1010 (1182, 1335, 1485, 1597, 1688, 1784, 1886, 1994) yards/923 (1080, 1220, 1357, 1460, 1543, 1631, 1724, 1823) meters

Note: Yardage is an estimate and may vary based on your gauge and yarn choice. If in doubt, please round up.

Needles
US Size 6/4mm (24-32 in/60-80 cm) circular needle
– body and lower ribbing (may use a smaller needle for lower ribbing if you prefer)
US Size 6/4mm (12 in/30 cm) circular needle or DPNs – sleeves
US Size 4/3.5mm (16 in/40 cm) circular needle – neckline
US Size 4/3.5mm (12 in/30 cm) circular needle or DPNs – cuffs

Note: Adjust your needle size, if necessary, to obtain correct gauge.

Gauge
20 st and 28 rounds/rows in 4 in/10 cm in stockinette stitch, blocked

Finished Measurements
Bust/Chest Circumference: 31.2 (34.8, 41.2, 44.8, 48.8, 53.4, 56.4, 60.8, 64.8) in/78 (87, 103, 112, 122, 133.5, 141, 152, 162) cm bust

Yoke Depth (not including ribbing): 9.25 (9.25, 9.75, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12.25, 12.75, 12.75) in/22.75 (23.25, 24.25, 26, 27.5, 29, 30.25, 31.75, 32.25) cm

Sleeve Circumference: 11.8 (13.4, 15.4, 15.8, 16.6, 17.8, 18.6, 19.4, 19.4) in/29.5 (33.5, 38.5, 39.5, 41.5, 44.5, 46.5, 48.5, 48.5) cm

Lower Body Length: 13 (13, 14, 14, 15, 15, 15, 16, 16) in/32.5 (32.5, 35, 35, 37.5, 37.5, 37.5, 40, 40) cm

Notions
Stitch markers, locking stitch markers, holder or waste yarn for sleeve stitches, darning needle to weave in ends

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GOT SWAG? Check out our limited edition Fireworks swag here.

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