Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow

Grand Forks Pullover

Knitting
November 2017
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch with larger needles, see notes
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1120 - 1960 yards (1024 - 1792 m)
30.25 (34.25, 37.75, 41.75, 45.25, 49.25, 53)" bust circumference
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

The Grand Forks Pullover showcases a traditional circular yoke with neutral tones and a pop of rich color. The corrugated ribbing at the hem and cuffs creates visual interest, and the waist shaping provides a flattering fit.

Difficulty Intermediate

Finished Size 30.25 (34.25, 37.75, 41.75, 45.25, 49.25, 53)“ bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 34.25”; modeled with 1.25” of negative ease.

Yarn Green Mountain Spinnery Mountain Mohair (40% Targhee wool, 30% wool, 30% mohair; 140 yd/2 oz): #7996 alpine shadow (brown; MC), 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 9) skeins; #8464 edelweiss (white; CC1), 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) skeins; #7837 raspberry (CC2), 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2) skein(s).

Needles Sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 8 (5 mm): 32” circular and set of double-pointed. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers; stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Gauge 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4” in St st on larger needle; 18 sts and 23 rnds = 4” in Yoke chart on larger needle (see Notes).

Note This pullover is worked in the round from the top down.