Arabella Pullover Pattern by Kyle Kunnecke

 30 (34, 38, 42, 46-1/2, 50-1/2)" (76 [86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 118, 128.5] cm) bust circumference and 21-1/4 (22-1/4, 22-3/4, 23-1/2, 24, 24-1/2)" (54 [56.5, 58, 59.5, 61, 62] cm) long.

Pullover shown measures 34" (86.5 cm) with 21/4" (5.5 cm) of ease.

Yarn Fingering weight (#1 Super Fine).
Shown: HiKoo® Drape (100% Rayon; 305 yds [280m]/100 g): 4005 Slate 4 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) hanks.

Needles Size US 0 (2.00 mm): 16” (40cm) circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Stitch markers (m), including one in a unique color; stitch holder; tapestry needle.

Gauge 25 sts and 44 rows = 4" (10 cm) in patt on larger needles, blocked

Vertical, repeating motifs are the epitome of Art Deco, the style I think of as the universal marker of urban architecture in the United States. The body of this sweater is filled with simple patterning, while each sleeve holds one strip of lacework down its center. The finished piece is warm, lightweight, and timeless.

Knitting Knowledge
The body of this project is worked flat, and the sleeves are worked in the round to the armhole. It requires:

• Knitting with circular and double-pointed needles
• Casting on and binding off
• Reading lace charts
• Knitting and purling
• Increasing and decreasing
• Finishing