Juliet Pullover Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Silvered, clear glass beads, velvet ribbon, and a bit of lace add romantic sophistication to Robin Melanson’s V-neck pullover – something Juliet might have worn for a clandestine meeting with Romeo. The beads are prestrung on the yarn, then slipped into place as needed. Eyelets are knitted into the body, sleeves, and neckband for holding the velvet ribbon, which is secured with snaps and can be removed when the sweater is washed. A shaped waist and gentle bell sleeves contribute to the allure.

Finished Size: 33 (35 ½, 38, 40 ½, 42 ½, 45, 47 ½)” (84 [90, 96.5, 103, 108, 114.5, 120.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 35 ½” (90 cm).
Yarn: Garnstudio Cotton Viscose (54% mercerized Egyptian cotton, 46% viscose; 121 yd [110 m]/50 g): #017 sand, 9 (9, 10, 11, 12, 12, 13) balls. Yarn distributed by Aurora Yarns.
Yarn weight: #3 – Light
Gauge: 27 sts and 35 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in beaded St st pattern.
Needles: Size 3 (3 mm): straight and 24″ (60-cm) circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Large, silver-lined Rocaille 6/0 beads (includes 20% margin of error); wire beading needle; black 9-mm velvet ribbon; tapestry needle; stitch holder; needle-nose pliers (for breaking off beads); mark
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Summer 2004