Wild Rose Raglan, PDF pattern

About the Design

This design needed a different approach, from my usual stranded method of presenting ideas. Some ideas don’t fit into that framework, but also, are too intriguing to leave unexplored.

This Wild Rose motif was derived from an Arts & Crafts era wallpaper frieze. I was taken by the simplicity of the shape, but as I dislike working intarsia, and wanted the pullover knit in-the-round, I decided that duplicate stitch would be the best way to depict the image. The plain knitting and bulky yarn make this sweater a quick and easy project.

When the dreariness of winter surrounds you, this sweater will bring remembrances of a summer rose garden to your day!

Size

49 (54, 59)” – oversized fit. Shown in size 49″.

Materials

JCA Reynolds’ Lopi, 3.5 oz/110 yd skeins:

8/9/10 Oyster #364, 1 each: Garnet #116, Dk. Fuchsia #84, Dk. Rose #134, Pale Rose Heather #02, Dk. Olive #239, Green Heather #14, Lt. Olive #240, Gold #332.

16” and 29” US size 10 (6 mm) circular ndls

29” US size 9 (5.5 mm) circular ndls

US size 9 and 10 double-pointed needles

Tapestry needle

Stitch holders

Stitch markers

Safety pins

Gauge

13 sts & 18 rnds = 4″ (10cm) in st st using size 10 (6mm) ndls or size to give gauge.

Substitute Yarn Wt.: Bulky

Skill Level: Intermediate

Happy Knitting!

Dawn