Mega Cables Knitting Pattern Download

Description

Traditional Aran staggered open cables get a bold new look when worked with big needles and lofty, lightweight wool-acrylic yarn in an extra-bulky gauge. Apres-ski was the inspiration for this cozy, comfy, perfect-for-a-weekend-getaway sweater but, as it turns out, it adapts well to a professional look.

Finished Size: 39 (42 ½, 47 ½, 52 ½)” (99 [108, 120.5, 133.5] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 42 ½” (108 cm).
Yarn: Berroco Xpress (60% wool, 40% acrylic; 42 yd [38 m]/50 g): #3601 crema, 24 (25, 27, 29) balls. Small amount waste yarn.
Yarn weight: Super Bulky
Gauge: 10 sts and 16 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in reverse St st on larger needles, blocked; 13-st open cable patt = 3 ½” (9 cm), blocked.
Needles: Body and Sleeves-Size 10 ½ (7 mm) and 13 (9 mm). Neckband-Size 10 ½ (7 mm): 16″ (40-cm) circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); cable needle (cn); stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2000/2001