Chess Sweater

Pre Order

Inspired by Claudia’s archive knit The Pixel, Chess brings back the iconic checkered pattern with a fresh twist. Now upgraded with a cozy turtleneck, longer sleeves, and an oversized fit, it’s the ultimate winter pullover, warm, bold, and effortlessly comfortable.

This kit includes the pattern (which will be sent through email as a PDF).

SIZES 

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X) To be worn with approx 8 - 10” / 20.5 - 25.5 cm positive ease.

MEASUREMENTS

Bust Circumference: 37¾ (43¾, 46½, 49½, 55¼, 58¼, 64, 67)” / 96 (111, 118, 125.5, 140.5, 148, 162.5, 170) cm

Raglan Depth (centre front to neckband): 8 (8½, 9¼, 9¾, 9¾, 10½, 11, 11¾)” / 20.5 (22, 23.5, 25, 25, 26.5, 28, 29.5) cm

Body Length to Underarm (at centre front): 13¾ (14¼, 15, 15, 15½, 16¼, 16¼, 16¾)” / 35 (36.5, 38, 38, 39.5, 41, 41, 42.5) cm    

Upper Arm Circumference: 13 (14½, 16, 16, 17.5, 17.5, 19, 21)” / 33.5 (37, 40.5, 40.5, 44.5, 44.5, 48, 51.5) cm

Sleeve Length to Underarm: 16¾ (17¼, 17¼, 17¼, 18, 18, 18½, 18½)” / 42.5 (44, 44, 44, 45.5, 45.5, 47, 47) cm

Needles (Not Included)

4.0 mm (US 6) circular needles 16” / 40 cm, 32” / 80 cm (or longer for larger sizes), and an optional set of DPNs

4.5 mm (US 7) circular needles 16” / 40 cm, 32” / 80 cm (or longer for larger sizes), and an optional set of DPNs

Notions (Not Included)

8 stitch markers (1 of a different colour to mark BOR)/ Waste yarn or stitch holders / Tapestry needle

GAUGE

22 sts & 26 rows = 4”/10 cm over stranded colour work on a 4.5mm (US 7) needle, after blocking.