Tweed Fusion Funnel Neck by Donna Estin

Tweed Fusion Funnel Neck

Knitting
August 2024
Sport (12 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1743 - 2788 yards (1594 - 2549 m)
S (M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X): Finished Bust Circumference: 42 (46.5, 50, 54.5) (59, 62.5, 67.5)”/105 (116, 125, 136) (147.5, 156, 169) cm
English
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The Tweed Fusion Funnel Neck Sweater combines classic cables with contemporary tweed in a stylish, loose-fitting, drop-shoulder pullover. Featuring an overlapping funnel neck, this sweater offers a fresh take on traditional tweed with soft, vibrant colors and luxurious soft yarn. The intricate arrangement of XO cables creates a stunning visual effect while remaining surprisingly easy to work. Perfect for adding a touch of modern elegance to your wardrobe, this sweater redefines tweed with its unique blend of texture and comfort.

SIZES
Women’s S (M, L, XL) 2X, 3X, 4X Shown in Size S/42”/105cm with + 10”/25cm ease

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust circumference: 42 (46.5, 50, 54.5) 59, 62.5, 67.5”/105 (116, 125, 136) 147.5, 156, 169 cm

To fit actual bust measurements of: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46) 50, 54, 58”/75 (85, 95, 105, 115) 125, 135, 145 cm
Intended to be worn with + 8-10”/20-25cm ease

YARN
Wonderland Yarns, Tweed Sport (55% fine superwash merino wool, 15% silk, 15% baby alpaca, 15% donegal; 310yds/283 meters, 3.5oz/100g): #247 Kaede 6 (7, 7, 8) 9, 9, 10 hanks

Total yarn needed
1743 (1900, 2062, 2241) (2464, 2660, 2788 ) yds / 1594 (1738, 1886, 2049) (2253, 2432, 2550) m

NEEDLES
Size US 5 (3.75 mm), 40”/100cm circular for neck and 24”/60cm or longer straight or circular for body, or size needed to obtain gauge

NOTIONS
Cable needle (cn)
Stitch markers (m)
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
In St st: 18 and 24 rows = 4”/10cm, blocked
To save time, take time to check gauge.

NOTES
Construction: Body and sleeves are worked flat from the bottom up and seamed. Short rows shape the shoulders and the funnel neck is worked flat, back and forth in rows at the end.

Photos by Shelby Louise Photography