Marled Alpaca & Mohair Sweater

Marled Alpaca & Mohair Boxy Sweater Pattern

Are you an advanced beginner looking to take your knitting skills to the next level? Our Marled Alpaca & Mohair Boxy Sweater is a quick and easy knitting pattern that’s perfect for you! This stylish sweater features a relaxed boxy silhouette, making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe. With clear instructions, helpful illustrations, and expert tips, you’ll find this project both enjoyable and rewarding.

One Size Fits Most: The sweater is designed to fit a large UK size 16 / US size 12. The actual sweater measurements after blocking are as follows: Chest circumference: 63 cm, Length: 60 cm, Sleeve length to shoulder join: 47 cm, Sleeve depth at shoulder join: 20 cm, Sleeve cuff width: 11 cm, Neck opening width: 20 cm, and Neck depth at front: 8 cm.

To create this fabulous sweater, you will need the following materials:

• Needles: 7 mm circular needle and 7 mm straight needles.

Yarn Requirements: The body of the sweater is knitted using a double strand throughout, creating a luxurious and warm texture.

• Black - Main Colour (Colour 1):
  • Drops Air: Colour 06 Anthracite – 6 balls (total 900 m)
  • Drops Kid-Silk: Colour 02 Black – 4 balls (total 840 m)
• Grey - Sleeve (Colour 2):
  • Drops Air: Colour 04 Medium Grey – 1 ball (total 150 m)
  • Drops Kid-Silk: Colour 10 Grey – 1 ball (total 210 m)
• Pink - Sleeve (Colour 3):
  • Drops Air: Colour 53 Strawberry Ice Cream – 1 ball (total 150 m)
  • Drops Kid-Silk: Colour 32 Raspberry – 1 ball (total 210 m)

Tension: To achieve the desired fit and texture, ensure your tension matches 15 stitches and 19 rows per 10 x 10 cm square. Proper tension is key to ensuring your finished sweater looks just as intended.

Knitting the Marled Alpaca & Mohair Boxy Sweater is a fantastic way to experiment with beautiful colour combinations and luxurious yarns. Whether you're wearing it for a casual outing or cozying up at home, this sweater is designed to offer comfort and style. Dive into this pattern and elevate your knitting skills today!