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You can now purchase the Mellbreak pattern as part of a kit in our online store. The kit includes 4-8 hanks of Lore and the pattern PDF. Purchase here.

Mellbreak

Mellbreak is a boxy little pullover, by Becky Baker, with the comfiest fit. Knitted seamlessly in Lore from the bottom up, it features a clever four-colour gradient that is easily achieved in garter stitch. With minimal shaping and super easy striping, this is an enjoyable knit that’s perfect for beginners!

SIZES
The given sizes are called Sizes 1-9 and are recommended to fit a chest circumference of: 76-81 (86-91: 97-102: 107-112: 117-122: 127-132: 137-142: 147-152: 157-162) cm (30-32 (34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48: 50-52: 54-56: 58-60: 62-64) in).

EASE
Designed with 23.5 - 29.5 cm (9.25 - 11.5 in) of positive ease at chest circumference.

MEASUREMENTS
Chest Circumference (at underarm): 104.5 (115.5: 126.5: 135.5: 146.5: 155.5: 166.5: 175.5: 186.5) cm (41.75 (46.25: 50.5: 54.25: 58.5: 62.25: 66.5: 70.25: 74.5) in)
Length (from shoulder at neck edge): 52 (52.5: 53: 60.5: 61: 61.5: 68.5: 69.5: 69.5) cm (20.5 (20.5: 21: 24: 24: 24.5: 27: 27.5: 27.5) in)
Sleeve Length (from underarm): 26 cm (10.25 in)

YARN
The Fibre Co. Lore (100% lambswool, 250 m (273 yd) per 100 g hank) in shades Confident (A) - 1 (1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) hanks, Pensive (B) - 1 (1: 1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) hanks, Caring (C) - 1 (1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) hanks and Serene (D) - 1 (1: 1: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 2) hanks. Our yardage given includes enough to knit an 8” x 8” tension swatch.

You can purchase Lore from select local yarn shops around the world and directly from The Fibre Co.’s online shop. Follow this link for a list of stockists.

NEEDLES
3.75mm (US 5) 40 cm (16 in) circular needles.
3.75mm (US 5) 100 cm (40 in) circular needles (or size to obtain gauge).
4mm (US 6) 40 cm (16 in) circular needles.
4mm (US 6) 100 cm (40 in) circular needles (or size to obtain gauge).

EXTRAS
Stitch markers
Darning needle
Stitch holders or waste yarn

TENSION
18 sts and 31 rnds to 10 cm (4 in) measured over garter st after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles.

Foundations: Lore
Inspired by the wardrobe staples we always end up wearing, Foundations: Lore is a three-piece sweater collection celebrating our DK-weight 100% lambswool from the Romney sheep breed. In this beginner-friendly collection, you will find relaxed fits, lots of texture and special details that take your handknits to another level.