Maren

Featured on the front cover of Issue 53 of The Knitter.

This slightly oversized sweater features a traditional Norwegian Star motif in the Fair Isle sections and the “Eagle” pattern, giving a little texture to the remaining sections, is very simple but effective. The style of the two individual pockets give the cosy look of a “hoodie” or fleece but without the bulk of extra material across the front. The techniques required are not particularly demanding other than a working knowledge of Fair Isle, grafting (Kitchener Stitch) at the pocket tops and both flat knitting and knitting in the round are used here. The construction is a little unusual but full instructions are given. The body can easily be lengthened for an even more relaxed look but do remember to allow extra yarn. This pattern is written for  **Gomitoli Cashmere Lana 4ply **(www.gomitolis.com), and a possible alternative is given here or look at www.yarnsub.com. Especially if substituting, it is an absolute must to swatch.