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Discover the perfect knitting project with our seamless top-down sweater pattern, designed to provide both comfort and style. This gorgeous sweater features a beautifully shaped finish achieved through several series of short rows, ensuring that the fit is not only flattering but also expertly crafted. The eye-catching colorwork yoke, made with the fine combination of La Bien Aimée x Mondim yarn, adds a unique flair. After completing the yoke, you'll incorporate raglan increases for enhanced shoulder shaping. Once you've set the sleeve stitches on hold, you can seamlessly knit the body straight down to the bottom hem, allowing for a smooth and continuous flow. The final touch is knitting the sleeves in the round for a clean look. Don’t forget to pick up stitches around the neckline to create a charming collar that completes this slightly loose and cropped sweater design.

This pattern is ideal for those who enjoy knitting with fingering weight yarn. You'll be using La Bien Aimée x Mondim, a high-quality yarn made from 100% Portuguese wool, which is not only soft but also durable, with a delightful yardage of 421 yards (384 m) per 100g skein. Our sample sweater is shown using Emeline as the main color (MC) and Dawn as the contrast color (CC), combining beautifully for a stunning visual effect.

For the yardage, we recommend approximately 1010 yards of MC for sizes XS to 5X, and 130 yards of CC for sizes XS to L, with varying amounts needed for larger sizes. Specifically, yarn requirements are 920 (990, 1040, 1100, 1160)(1250, 1340, 1460, 1580, 1690) meters for the MC and 120 (120, 120, 130, 150)(150, 170, 170, 170, 190) meters for the CC. For Mondim skein calculations, you'll need between 3 to 5 skeins of the MC and 1 skein for the CC1 depending on the size you choose.

This versatile sweater pattern is perfect for intermediate to advanced knitters looking for a rewarding project that combines modern techniques with timeless style. Get ready to impress friends and family with your handcrafted piece that is both trendy and cozy!