Earl

**Cozy Earlen: The Oversized Sweater Perfect for Winter** Every winter, the search for the ideal oversized sweater to wrap yourself in becomes essential. This was the inspiration behind Earl, a luxurious cardigan designed for maximum comfort and style. Featuring long sleeves, overlapping fronts, and an expansive shawl collar, this is truly a sweater you'll want to call home. ### **Finished Sizes** Choose from a variety of sizes with a bust circumference of 31½ (33¾, 36, 38¼, 40½, 42¾,) (45¼, 47½, 49¾, 52) inches, with an impressive 6 inches of overlap in front. The cozy sweater showcased measures 36 inches, beautifully modeled with 4 inches of ease for that desirable slouchy effect. ### **Yarn Requirements** For this knitting project, we recommend using Malabrigo Worsted yarn, made from 100% merino wool, with a yardage of 210 yards per 100 grams (3½ oz). You'll need approximately the following skeins in the color Pale Khaki: 7 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9,) (9, 10, 10, 11) skeins. This translates to an approximate yardage of 1315 (1410, 1500, 1595, 1690, 1785,) (1885, 1980, 2075, 2170) yards. Keep in mind that exact yardage may vary based on your personal knitting style. ### **Needles and Tools** To knit the Earl cardigan, you're going to need a Size 10 (6.0 mm) 29" circular needle and a set of double-pointed needles (dpns). Remember to adjust your needle size if necessary to achieve the correct gauge for a perfect fit. ### **Notions Needed** In addition to your yarn and needles, you'll require some basic notions, including markers (m), stitch holders, and a tapestry needle to help finish your project neatly. ### **Gauge Information** Achieve the proper gauge of 14 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches in Brioche Stitch to ensure your oversized sweater fits as beautifully as it looks. Take a moment to check your gauge before starting the project to save time and ensure proper fit. ### **Important Notes** This stylish cardigan is thoughtfully designed to be worked back and forth from the bottom up, allowing you to create a versatile piece that pairs wonderfully with any winter wardrobe. Don’t wait—get your knitting needles ready and embrace the cozy comfort of the Earl oversized sweater this winter season! With its inviting silhouette, versatility, and easy construction, this pattern is a fantastic addition to your knitting collection. Whether you're cuddling up at home or heading out, the Earl sweater promises to keep you snug and stylish. Happy knitting!