Evanescence Sweater
Experience the beauty of knitting with our stunning sweater pattern featuring vertical stripes that elegantly blend into each other, reminiscent of colors gently diluted by a soft fog. This cozy, ephemeral look makes this project ideal for utilizing leftover yarn or mini skeins, allowing you to create a unique piece while minimizing waste.
The body of this delightful sweater is expertly crafted sideways, incorporating a built-in bottom hem for added durability and style. The design boasts extra structure thanks to the innovative three-needle bind-offs used as seams along the sides, ensuring that your sweater will stand the test of time. With a straight silhouette complemented by gently shaped shoulders and sleeve caps, this pattern offers a generous amount of positive ease, making it a comfortable and flattering choice for any body type.
Sizes: A (B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I, J), finished chest measurements of 35.5 (39, 42.5, 46, 49.5) (53, 56.5, 60, 63.5, 67) inches ensure a perfect fit for everyone.
Yardage: For this project, you will need heavy fingering or sport weight yarn in three beautiful colors for a double-color effect. The yardage requirements are as follows: Color A: 1130 (1240, 1350, 1465, 1580) (1695, 1815, 1940, 2060, 2185) yards; Color B: 495 (540, 590, 635, 685) (735, 785, 835, 885, 940) yards; Color C: 465 (510, 555, 595, 640) (690, 735, 785, 830, 880) yards.
OR if you prefer a different texture, you can opt for worsted weight yarn in five vibrant colors to hold single strands, requiring a total of 1045 (1145, 1250, 1350, 1455) (1560, 1670, 1780, 1890, 2005) yards.
This exquisite striped sweater pattern combines artistry with practicality, making it a fabulous addition to your knitting repertoire. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, you’ll find this project enjoyable and rewarding. Grab your needles, select your favorite colors, and let the harmonious hues guide you as you create a stunning garment that’s as joyful to wear as it is to make.
