Wake

If you have knitting on your mind, you're going to love this stunning sweater design inspired by the lacy stitch patterns seen trailing behind the BC ferry in Active Pass. Every ride on the ferry reminded me of the frothy, mesmerizing movement of the water, and I knew I had to translate that beauty into a unique and graceful knitting project.

This beautiful sweater pattern features a body that is worked in one seamless piece down to the armholes, providing a smooth and elegant silhouette before dividing to knit the fronts and back separately. To create a flattering fit, waist shaping is ingeniously achieved by using progressively smaller and then larger needle sizes. This allows an uninterrupted flow of intricate lace that beautifully hugs your curves, enhancing your figure while maintaining a polished aesthetic. Additionally, the design incorporates English tailored shoulders and fully-fashioned details, ensuring a sophisticated yet feminine look that’s perfect for any occasion.

The fingering weight yarn is held double throughout the project to achieve the desired gauge and texture.

**Gauge: **

19 sts & 27 rows = 4"/10 cm in Stockinette stitch with 2 strands of yarn held together, using 4mm knitting needles.

9 sts & 28 rows = 4"/10 cm in the lace pattern stitch with 2 strands of yarn held together, on 4mm needles, after blocking.

Essential Techniques: This pattern includes techniques such as increase and decrease stitches, working lace from a chart or written instructions, basic sweater construction, picking up stitches, seaming, and sewing on buttons. Whether you're an intermediate knitter looking to enhance your skills or an advanced knitter seeking an elegant challenge, this design offers the perfect blend of beauty and techniques to elevate your knitting repertoire.

Embrace the art of knitting with this gorgeous sweater pattern, and let the movement of the water inspire your creativity!