Knit from the top-down with optional short-rows to raise the back of the neck slightly, the entire sweater is knit in the round so there is no seaming at all. There are two options for finishing the body - a simple rolled hem or a twisted rib split-hem. Turtle Dove II is knit with Drops AIR and, like the original, it is light and warm and incredibly soft!
This kit includes the yarn and the pattern.
YARN
Drops AIR (65% Alpaca, 28% Polyamide, 7% Wool); 164 yds (150 m)/50g
Version 1: 5 (6, 7, 7) (8, 9, 11, 11) balls
Version 2: 5 (6, 7, 7) (9, 9, 11, 11) balls
Shown in ‘04 Medium Grey’
While the body and sleeves of this sweater are easily customized, please note that adding length may affect yardage requirements.
SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6, 7, 8)
Finished circumference:
45.5 (47.5, 50.5, 54.5) (58.5, 61.5, 64.5, 67.5)”
115.5 (120.5, 128.5, 138.5) (148.5, 156, 164, 171.5) cm
Measurements above are given for the finished circumference measured at the end of the raglan increases (i.e. at underarms). This sweater is designed to be worn with 14 -18” / 35.5 - 45.75 cm of positive ease; however, this is just a guide. Some people prefer a closer fit; do not be afraid to select an option that provides somewhat less than the suggested ease according to your own preferences.
