This kit included all the yarn needed and the pattern book (digital copy). Buttons are not included.
This pattern, along with nine other Iowa and Nebraska - inspired designs, can be found in issue nine of Nomadic Knits.
Finished bust measurements: 33.5 (37.5, 41.5, 45.5, 49.5) 53.5, 57.5, 61.5, 65.5”/ 84 (94, 104, 114, 124) 134, 144, 154, 164cm.
To be worn with 5”/ 12.5cm of positive ease. Shown in size 3 on both models.
Needles: US 8/ 5mm or size to obtain gauge, in 32”/ 80cm circular needle for body; DPNs, short circular needle, or magic loop for sleeves; and spare circular or straight needles.
Gauge: 18 sts and 25 rows = 4”/ 10cm in Stockinette stitch;
21 sts and 25 rows = 4”/ 10cm in 1x1 rib; and
19 sts and 34 rows = 4”/ 10cm in Mosaic Pattern.
Yarn: MC: 730 (820, 900, 980, 1100) 1340, 1490, 1640, 1800 yards/ 668 (750, 823, 897, 1006) 1226, 1363, 1500, 1646 meters;
CC1: 140 (155, 170, 190, 220) 250, 280, 340, 380 yards/ 128 (142, 156, 174, 202) 229, 257, 311, 348 meters; and
CC2: 155 (170, 190, 210, 240) 270, 310, 350, 400 yards/ 142 (156, 174, 192, 220) 247, 284, 320, 366 meters.
Notions: 4 stitch markers, scrap yarn or 4 stitch holders, tapestry needle, 6 buttons size 1”/ 25mm.
Sample knit in: Brown Sheep Company Lamb’s Pride Worsted (85% Wool, 15% Mohair; 190 yards/ 113g) in Sandy Heather (MC), Brown Heather (CC1), and Aubergine (CC2).