Brioche knitting is fabulous for two reasons: the lightweight, breezy fabric it creates, and the unique stitch proportions that allow simple increases and decreases to have dramatic effect. The Léman sweater takes full advantage of both, with a generous fit and shaping details at the neckline, hem and cuffs.
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The Léman sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in allover brioche stitch, using a combination of drop shoulder and European tailored shoulder constructions. Neck shaping flows into a V-neck feature, echoed in similar details at the hem and cuffs. All edges are finished with i-cord in the original sample, however the pattern includes options for gathered cuffs and a rib turtleneck.

YARN
Sport weight yarn, approx. 934 994; 1029; 1097; 1145 metres / 1021 1087; 1125; 1200; 1253 1291; 1353; 1411; 1470 yards.

Sample shown in Mamie & Florrie Disco Alpaca Fluff (42% Merino, 32% Superfine Alpaca, 18% Donegal Neon, 8% Linen, 400m per 100g skein) in shade Vinoy Park.

If using this yarn, you will need 3 (3; 3; 3; 3) 3; 4; 4; 4 skeins.

Choosing yarn: this yarn is technically a 4ply / fingering weight if judged by meterage, but knits up closer to a DK / worsted weight due to its fluffy texture. I would recommend choosing a yarn / combination of yarns with some level of fuzz.

GAUGE
12.5 sts and 34 rows to 4 inches / 10 cm in brioche stitch, blocked. Suggested size 4.5mm. See swatching notes.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
4.5mm circular needles for body
4.5mm needle(s) of preferred length for working small circumferences in the round (i.e. DPNs, short circulars, magic loop) for sleeves and neckband
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Cable needle
Scrap yarn

SIZING
Sizes 1 (2; 3; 4; 5) 6; 7; 8; 9 detailed below. Designed to be worn with ease as follows:

Sizes 1 - 4: 9 - 11” / 23 - 28cm positive ease
Sizes 5 - 7: 7 - 9” / 18 - 23 cm positive ease
Sizes 8 & 9: 5 - 7” / 13 - 18 cm positive ease
If you are between sizes, size down. If you have a significant difference between your upper and full bust, choose a size based on your upper bust measurement.

The Léman Sweater is #SizeInclusive to a bust of 62”.