Florarium Sweater
Introducing the Florarium Pullover, a stunning knitting pattern that captures the enchanting colors of nature with vibrant reds of flowers and lush greens of leaves. This modern round yoke pullover features a classic crew neck, a subtly A-line shaped body, and long, wide sleeves. The standout element of this design is its intricate botanical stranded colorwork pattern, which showcases beautiful floats of contrasting color on the right side, making it a true statement piece in any wardrobe.
The Florarium Pullover pattern is expertly crafted for nine different sizes, offering approximately 15 cm / 6 in of positive ease to ensure a comfortable fit that flatters all body types. To find the perfect size for your project, please refer to the provided measurement graph, which details finished garment sizes for this elegant pullover.
Yarn Requirements: This pattern calls for a main color yarn (with a 10% extra allowance recommended) of approximately 300 [340, 385, 430, 470] [515, 560, 605, 650] g of Lettlopi, 100% Icelandic wool. This yarn is available in 50 g skeins, each containing 100 m (109 yds), in shade 1417. For the contrasting color, you will need about 65 [85, 105, 125, 150] [175, 195, 215, 235] g in shade 9431. You may also choose to use any similar yarn that meets the specified gauge for a great result.
Gauge: To achieve the desired look, maintain a gauge of 16 stitches and 20 rows over 10 cm (4 in) in stockinette stitch in the round after blocking, using 4.5 mm (US 7) knitting needles. For the colorwork sections, aim for 17 stitches and 20 rows over the same measurement. This ensures that your Florarium Pullover not only fits perfectly but also showcases the stunning details of your handiwork.
Embrace your creativity and bring the beauty of nature to life in your knitting with this exquisite Florarium Pullover pattern. Ideal for knitters looking to challenge themselves with colorwork, this pattern is a wonderful addition to any fiber enthusiast's collection.