Chai Misto
DESCRIPTION
Chai Misto is a top-down sweater pattern with contiguous construction and delicate lace detailing.
Named after a spiced hot drink, this sweater combines a warm worsted-weight yarn and a striking lace panel that adds a touch of sweetness to the design. Contiguous set-in sleeves coupled with bust and waist shaping create a seamless and smooth fit. Knitting this sweater will be like sipping on a warm cup of chai misto: a soothing and delightful experience that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied.
The sweater is knit seamlessly from the top down in stockinette with a wide lace panel at the front. The round neckline, cuffs, and hem are finished with ribbing for added structure and a classic look. Whether you dress it up or down, Chai Misto is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe.
Chai Misto comes in 10 sizes (XS–6X), with several checkpoints to customize the fit as well as additional guidance for calculating custom bust shaping. Both written and charted instructions are given for the lace panel. The pattern is written with both metric and US terminology.
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SIZES
- XS (S, M, L, XL) [2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, 6X]
- To fit upper bust circumference of approx. 71 (82, 92, 102, 112) [122, 132, 142, 153, 163] cm / 28 (32¼, 36¼, 40¼, 44) [48, 52, 56, 60¼, 64¼]"
- Finished full bust circumference approx. 81 (90, 103, 117, 128) [137, 148, 159, 172, 183] cm / 32 (35½, 40¾, 46, 50¼) [53¾, 58¼, 62½, 67¾, 72¼]"
Choose a size by adding desired ease to upper bust circumference (measured at the underarm level above any breast tissue) and half of desired ease to cross-chest distance (measured across the front chest from one underarm crease to the other). See schematic of finished measurements.
This size-inclusive pullover is intended to be worn with approx. 4–5 cm / 1¾–2" of positive ease at full bust. The model wears size S with 4 cm / 1¾" of positive ease.
Unfortunately I wasn't able to find test knitters for sizes 4X–6X. If you'd like to knit any of these sizes, I would be happy to provide you the pattern free of charge in exchange for your feedback. Contact me for details!
MATERIALS
Yarn
- Hobbii Tweed Delight (85% wool, 10% acrylic, 5% viscose, 100 m/50 g, 109 yd/1.76 oz), 8 (9, 10, 11, 13) [14, 15, 16, 18, 19] skeins in the colorway #20 Chai Latte
- Or worsted-weight yarn, approx. 800 (860, 960, 1090, 1260) [1360, 1460, 1550, 1730, 1850] m / 870 (950, 1050, 1190, 1380) [1490, 1600, 1690, 1890, 2030] yd
Needles
- 5.0 mm / US #8 short and long circular needles for stockinette and lace (or size needed to obtain gauge)
- 4.0 mm / US #6 short and long circular needles for ribbing
- If not working in magic loop, double-pointed needles in the same sizes for the sleeves
Notions
- 8 stitch markers
- Waste yarn, extra cable, or circular needle for holding sleeve stitches
- Darning needle
GAUGE
- 18 sts × 26 rnds = 10 cm / 4" in stockinette on larger needles, blocked
- 20 sts × 26 rnds = 10 cm / 4" in 2x2 ribbing on smaller needles, blocked
TECHNIQUES USED
The pattern uses the following techniques: right- and left-leaning lifted, strand, and yarnover increases, working in the round, lace, provisional cast-on, right- and left-leaning decreases, and some stretchy bind-off method.
The ability to follow charts is recommended but written instructions are also provided for the lace panel.
