This pattern is part of Shine! Knitting with Beads, a collection of 18 designs inspired by knitting with beads. Each project explores different techniques, textures, and constructions, inviting you to enjoy the creative process while knitting unique garments with a subtle touch of sparkle. Available in English and Spanish.

ABOUT THE PATTERN
Sometimes, what we see as dark, plain, or ordinary can hide something precious. This idea is reflected in the use of dark tones, where a defined section of the yoke stands out through beadwork, bringing a strong and visible shine. The contrast between darkness and light highlights how something can suddenly reveal its value, showing that what once seemed simple or unseen can also shine.

Sizes
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)
Recommended ease: 0.75–2” / 2–5 cm of positive ease. The sample is shown in size 1, on a model with a 32.75” / 82 cm bust.

Finished measurements
A) Bust circumference: 35.25 (38.75, 42, 46.25, 49.75) (54, 57.25, 60.75, 64)“ / 88 (97, 105, 116, 124) (135, 143, 152, 160) cm.
B) Yoke length: 7.75 (8.25, 8.75, 9, 9.5) (9.5, 9.75, 9.75, 10.25)” / 20 (21, 22, 23, 24) (24, 25, 25, 26) cm.
C) Body length (from underarm to hem): 12.25 (12.25, 13, 13.75, 14.5) (14.5, 14.5, 15.5, 15.5)“ / 31 (31, 33, 35, 35) (37, 37, 39, 39) cm.
D) Total length: 20 (20.5, 21.75, 22.75, 23.25) (24, 24.25, 25.25, 25.75)” / 51 (52, 55, 58, 59) (61, 62, 64, 65) cm.
E) Upper arm: 12.25 (13.5, 14.25, 15.25, 16) (16.75, 17.75, 19, 19.75)“ / 31 (34, 36, 38, 40) (42, 44, 47, 49) cm.
F) Sleeve length: 17 (17.75, 18.25, 19, 19.75) (20, 21, 21, 21.75)” / 43 (45, 46, 48, 50) (51, 53, 53, 55) cm.

Materials
Yarn: DK-weight

Main Colour (MC): approx. 300 (325, 350, 375, 400) (425, 450, 475, 500) g / 816 (884, 952, 1020, 1088) (1156, 1224, 1292, 1360) yds / 756 (819, 882, 945, 1008) (1071, 1134, 1197, 1260) m. Suggested yarn: Amano Eco Puna Black – 100% baby alpaca (68 yds / 63 m – 25 g). 12 (13, 14, 15, 16) (17, 18, 19, 20) skeins, colour: 9005.

Recommended beads: Delica 8/0, round, 6/0 and square 3 mm or 4 mm.
Bead 1: Miyuki, square 4 mm. 635 (699, 761, 825, 887) (952, 1014, 1078, 1142) units, colour: 1052 Galvanized Gold.
Bead 2: Toho, square 4 mm. 220 (242, 264, 286, 308) (330, 352, 374, 396) units, colour: Niquel.
Bead 3: Miyuki, round 6/0. 580 (638, 696, 754, 812) (870, 928, 986, 1044) units, colour: 1052 Galvanized Gold.
Bead 4: Toho, round 6/0. 200 (220, 240, 260, 280) (300, 320, 340, 360) units, colour: Niquel.
Bead 5: Toho, square 3 mm. 60 (66, 72, 78, 84) (90, 96, 102, 108) units, colour: Metallic Iris – Brown.

Needles and cables:
N1: US 6 / 4 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm and 32” / 80 cm long.
N2: US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm and 32” / 80 cm long.

Notions:
Crochet hook for beading US 14/10 – 0.75 mm, row counter (recommended), 1 stitch marker, tapestry needle, waste yarn or 2 stitch holders.

Gauge
19 sts x 25 rnds = 4” / 10 cm. Measured in Stockinette stitch, worked in the round with N1 and MC, after blocking.

Notes
The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, with short rows shaping the neckline. The yoke features the crochet bead insertion technique.