Named after the beautiful town of Waskesiu Lake in northern Saskatchewan, the Waskesiu Sweater is constructed using the fair isle technique to create a yoked pullover that is cropped at the waist. This sweater is deliciously warm and incredibly soft, with a modern and practical fit.

Yarn: The yarns are held together throughout. Pure wool is recommended with the silk mohair.

Main colour:

4, (4, 4, 5, 6) skeins Cascades 220 Worsted
+
4, (4, 4, 5, 6) balls of Knitting for Olive Mohair Silk

Colours 1, 2 & 3 each:

0.25, (0.25, 0.25, 0.5, 0.5) skeins Cascades 220 Worsted
+
0.25, (0.25, 0.25, 0.5, 0.5) balls of Knitting for Olive Mohair Silk

Gauge: 15 stitches by 23 rows in 10 cm2 stockinette, on 5.5 mm needles.

Needles:
3 mm circular needles, 12-16 inches.
5.5 mm circular needles, 24-36 inches, depending on preference.

Notions:
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Darning needle

Techniques used
German short rows
Fair isle/stranded knitting

Yarn Colours Used

• Main: Cascade 220 Worsted Blush Heather + Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair Cherry Blossom
• Contrast 1: Cascade 220 Worsted Natural + Knitting for Olive Cloud
• Contrast 2: Cascade 220 Worsted Sunflower + Knitting for Olive Dark Mustard
• Contrast 3: Cascade 220 Superwash Merino Highlighter Pink + Knitting for Olive Pink Daisies