Opuntia sweater

Opuntia is a classic, remarkably comfortable everyday pullover, fitting every body shape and every wardrobe! I designed my version to go well with jeans, but you can simply make it waistlong to match it nicely with dresses or skirts. The details on the arms and mid-height collar, which can be rolled, are its only embellishments. Using rib as the main stitch underlines its modern look and makes it elastic and fitting the body.

Opuntia is a very minimalist pullover, which is a perfect match for many different occasions! Its main features are modern collar and interesting arm shaping. Whole sweater, except cuffs, is made in Rib 1×1 pattern. It makes the fabric both soft and spongy, and definitely catches the eye. The pattern is totally beginners friendly.

The pattern contains detailed instructions for making the sweater in 8 sizes and two language versions – Polish and English.

Sizes:

XS (S, M, L) [XL, 2XL, 3XL] 4XL

Sweater circumference in chest: 94 (104, 112, 120) [128, 138, 146] 154 cm

37 (41, 44.1, 47.25) [50.4, 54.3, 57.5] 60.6”

Suggested ease: 16 -19 cm 6.25 – 7.5”

The pictures show size S, with 18 cm 7” ease.

Yarn:

Emilia & Philomene Josephine (100g/399m 436 yards): about 1160 (1280, 1380, 1550) [1680, 1790, 1900] 2010 meters 1268 (1399, 1509, 1695) [1837, 1957, 2077] 2198 yards

Needles:

3.5 mm and 3.25 mm US 4 and US 3 circular needles

Others:

3 stitch markers

2 safety pins

Stitch holder or scrap yarn

Gauge:

29 sts x 42 rows - 10 cm x 10 cm 4” x 4” on 3.5 mm US 4 needles in Rib 1x1, after blocking.

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Happy knitting!