Family Affair Knitting Pattern Download

Description

This easygoing unisex pullover is perfect year-round with jeans or shorts. Sized for the whole family, it features a zipper at the neck, stand-up collar with double-knit edge, side vents, and contrasting hems and edgings. The soft Australian wool ensures a smooth finish.

Finished Size: 30 (34, 36, 40, 44, 47, 52, 55)” (76 [86.5, 91.5, 101.5, 112, 119.5, 132, 139.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweaters shown measure 36″ (91.5 cm) and 44″ (112 cm).
Yarn: Jo Sharp Handknitting Yarn (100% wool; 107 yd [98 m]/50 g): MC, 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18) balls; CC, 1 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2) balls. Shown in #507 Miro with #002 pistachio and #332 terra cotta with #333 brick.
Yarn weight: yarn weight
Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in St st on larger needles.
Needles: Body and sleeves-Size 6 (4 mm). Hems and borders-Size 5 (3.75 mm): Straight and 16″ (40-cm) circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle; 7″ (18-cm) non-separating zipper; sewing needle and thread to match zipper.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits Spring 2002