DESIGN INFORMATION
Mariel is a hip-length pullover featuring a vine lace stitch pattern on the body and sleeve cuffs. The front, back, and sleeves are all worked in pieces from the bottom up, and seamed. Finally, stitches are picked up around the neck opening for an easy Stockinette st neck trim.

The sample is knit with De Rerum Natura Robinson, a wool & cotton light worsted weight yarn, making it a great three-season pullover. Wear it this spring with chic linen pants, flirty skirts, and light-wash jeans. This summer, throw it in your beach bag as a great layer over your suit as the sun sets. And this winter, remember these perfect spring & summer days with Mariel layered under your coat.

This delicate lace stitch goes bold with the worsted-weight yarn and modern fit. With drop shoulders and comfortable positive ease, Mariel will be a perfect addition to your handmade wardrobe.

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FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Sizes (1, 2, 3) 4, 5, 6, 9) 10, 11, 12 with Finished Chest Measurements (38, 42, 46) 50, 54, 586, 70) 74, 78, 82” to fit (26, 30, 34) 38, 42, 464, 58) 62, 66, 70” chest; designed to fit with 10 - 12” positive ease.
Sample shown is size 3, worn on 34” chest with 12” positive ease.

YARN
De Rerum Natura Robinson - Heavy DK/Light Worsted weight; 70% Organic Merino Wool and 30% Recycled Cotton; 270 yards (250 meters) / 100 g (3.5 oz)
(3, 3, 4) 4, 4, 5, 6) 6, 6, 7 skeins, photographed in barbe a papa
or ~ (658, 722, 792) 876, 949, 1018186, 1275) 1353, 1439, 1523 yards of a heavy Dk/light worsted weight merino/cotton blend yarn

GAUGE
18 sts and 26 rows = 4” over St stitch with gauge needles, blocked
18 sts and 24 rows = 4” over Vine lace stitch with gauge needles, blocked

NEEDLES
US 6 / 4 mm 32” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
US 5 / 3.75 mm 24” circular needles, or one size smaller than gauge needle, for neckband
Note: A circular needle is used to accommodate the number of stitches for the body and neckband. Fronts, Back and Sleeves are worked in pieces.

TOOLS
Locking stitch markers (5), tapestry needle, blocking wires, blocking pins.

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