Woodland beetle sweater by Guzel Eaves

Woodland beetle sweater

Knitting
October 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Reverse St st
US 4 - 3.5 mm
1050 - 1650 yards (960 - 1509 m)
1 (2,3, 4, 5)
English
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Discover an intriguing blend of brioche and reverse stockinette stitch in the Woodland Beetle Sweater. This fitted pullover features raglan sleeves and a classic crew neckline. The body is worked in the round from the bottom up to the underarms, then divided as the front and back are worked separately. The sleeves are worked flat from the cuff upward and are sewn into the armholes to finish. The beetle motif on the sleeves is optional. You may place it on either sleeve, on both sleeves, or omit it entirely. All stitch patterns are charted.

Sizes: 1( 2, 3, 4, 5)
Finished bust circumference: 35( 39, 44, 48, 52)” / 88( 98, 100, 120, 130)cm intended to be worn with 2-5”/5-12cm negative ease.

Yarn: 7( 8, 9, 10, 11) of Silky Merino by “Malabrigo” (51% Silk, 49% Merino Wool, 50g/ 150 yds/135 m ) in color Topaz 432

Needles:
Size US 4 (3.50 mm): 16”/40cm, 24”/60cm circular and

Notions: Markers, cable needle, tapestry needle.

Gauge:
23 sts and 28 rows = 4”/10cm in Rev St sts;
22 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10cm in Brioche st pattern.