Sweater with Side Hip Lacing

A lovely fitting, classic sweater. The back and front are in a simple alternating broken rib stitch, giving gentle raised texture and keeping the classic line and comfy fit of this design. The attractive side lacing gives a modern twist and is not difficult to do. The lacing can be pulled together so that the edges of the slit meet, or loosened for a relaxed fit. The tie is crocheted, but if you dont know how to crochet, you could make a twisted cord with double yarn instead. The pretty neckline and sleeve borders are designed to give a neat roll-over edge.

To fit bust 32-34 [36-38: 40-42: 43-45: 47-49: 51-53] in

Actual bust 36 [39: 43: 47: 50: 54] in

Length from shoulder 23 [23: 23: 24: 24: 25] in

Sleeve seam 17 [17: 17: 18: 18: 18] in

Rico Essentials Merino DK (120 metres/131 yards per 50g ball)

11, 12, 12, 13, 14, 14 x 50g balls in shade Dark Green, 32

First published in Knitting Magazine