The Zafira Sweater is inspired by the warm colours of autumn and the quiet feeling of winter.

Zafira is worked seamlessly from the top down with a round yoke. The straightforward construction makes it an enjoyable project, suitable for beginner knitters too.

The yoke features carefully placed, symmetrical increases that are almost invisible in the finished fabric, creating a beautifully smooth and even look.

A simple shape, beautiful texture and just the right amount of warmth — a sweater made for the colder months.

The pattern has been tech edited, but not test knitted yet. If you spot a little mistake along the way, I’d be very
grateful if you let me know!

SIZES XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL).
Fits chest sizes: 71-76 (81-86) 91.5-96.5 (101.5-106.5) 111.5-117 (122-127) cm / 28-30 (32-34) 36-38 (40-42) 44-46
(48-50) inches.

Finished measurements:
Chest circumference: 94 (103) 112 (121) 131 (141) cm / 37 (40.5) 44 (47.75) 51.5 (55.5) inches.
This means the Zafira sweater is designed to have a positive ease approximately of 15-20 cm / 6-7.75 inches.

GAUGE
15 stitches and 25 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches on 5.5 mm (US 9) needles, worked in rows or rounds in stockinette stitch, measured after blocking.
The needle sizes given are for guidance only: if necessary, please adjust your needle size to obtain the correct gauge.

MATERIALS
Yarn: Aran (8 wpi).
The sweater shown in the photos is knitted with: Mohaie bouclé by Canard (78% mohair, 13% merino, 9% nylon), 100 g = 170 m. For sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL), you will need approx. 320 (350) 400 (460) 540 (600) grams.

You can also knit this design with another winter yarn or a combination of yarns that meets the gauge listed below.

Alternative options:

• Fair Yarns Bouclé Mohair — 78% mohair, 13% merino wool, 9% nylon, 170 m / 100 g.
• Mohair.eu Bouclé Mohair — 78% mohair, 13% merino wool, 9% nylon, 170 m / 100 g.
• Yarns from Italy Bouclé HD50 / HD51 — 17% mohair, 17% merino, 55% acrylic, 11% polyamide, 180 m / 100 g.
• Alize Astrakhan — 82% wool, 12% mohair, 6% nylon, 150 m / 100 g.

Needles and Notions
5.5 mm / US 9 circular needles for the yoke, sleeves and the body.
4.5 mm / US 7 circular needles for the neck.
Also required: stitch markers, stitch holders, and any other tools you normally use when knitting.

Construction
This sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down. First, the neck ribbing is worked, followed by the round yoke. Short rows are used to shape the neckline.
Once the round yoke is complete, the sleeves are separated from the body. The lower body is then worked in the round to the hem and finished with a simple bind-off.
The sleeve stitches are picked up around the armholes, including the underarm stitches, and the sleeves are worked in the round without decreases to the desired length. They are finished with a simple bind-off.

Overall, Zafira is a relaxing knit. The only thing you need is some experience with working short rows.