By Elsebeth Lavold
| Brand: | Elsebeth Lavold |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Designer: | Sandi Prosser |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Lace, Seamed, Worked Flat, Worked In The Round |
| Pattern Code: | EL307-01 |
The Elsebeth Lavold Beech Leaf Pullover is a stunning lace sweater that adds graceful style to a wide range of outfits. Layer this pullover on top of a tank in the spring and a long sleeve tee in the fall for a beautiful look that's elegant and adds just enough warmth too. A drop-shoulder silhouette gives this sweater a laid-back feel that's comfortable to wear, but also looks put together paired with everything from workwear to weekend casual outfits. The Beech Leaf Pullover is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed, with a crew neckline and three-quarter length sleeves. Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool is a longtime crafter favorite with its blend of wool, silk, and nylon that's available in a wide range of gorgeous heathered colors. With a slight tweedy look, Silky Wool adds a subtle texture to finished projects and its versatile fiber blend is comfortable to wear through much of the year. Lace pattern is both charted and written out.
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X)
Finished Measurements:
Bust – 36 (42, 48, 54, 59, 65, 71)”
Length – 20½ (20½, 21, 21½, 22, 22½, 22½)”
Upper arm circumference – 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)”
Yarn Requirements: 5 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) hanks Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool (45% Wool/ 35% Silk/ 20% Nylon; 50g/190yds), shown in #217 Farrow (WEBS does not carry this color)
Needles: US 6 (4.00mm) single points and 16” circular, or size needed to obtain gauge
Gauge: 22 sts and 29 rows = 4” in lace pattern, blocked
The Beech Leaf Pullover is a knitted sweater designed by Sandi Prosser, sized for X-Small through 3X (bust measurements ranging from 36 to 71 inches). This pullover features an elegant lace pattern inspired by beech leaves, creating an intricate and sophisticated garment suitable for various body sizes.
This design employs multiple knitting techniques to achieve its finished structure:
The Beech Leaf Pullover utilizes fundamental and decorative knitting stitches to create its distinctive appearance:
The primary lace pattern repeats over 48 rows and creates the characteristic beech leaf design. The pattern features symmetrical decreases and yarn overs arranged to form leaf shapes, with purl stitches serving as anchor points. Rows 25 through 47 contain the most complex lace work, with the pattern repeating in sections. Row 48 establishes a reset row with knit and purl stitches (k1, *p7, k1; rep from * to end), allowing the eye to rest before the pattern begins again. The lace pattern is worked over a gauge of 22 stitches and 29 rows per 4 inches when blocked.
The Beech Leaf Pullover requires the following materials:
The pattern requires a gauge of 22 stitches and 29 rows to 4 inches (10 centimeters) over the lace pattern when blocked using US 6/4mm needles. Checking gauge before beginning is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. The sweater features a ribbed welts and cuffs for structure, with the main body showcasing the lace pattern throughout. Finished bust measurements range from 36 inches (91cm) for X-Small to 71 inches (180cm) for 3X, with length measurements between 20½ and 22½ inches (52 to 57 centimeters) depending on size.
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The pattern size is off. No DKmyarn I could find works for the pattern except the yarn it was designed for.
