A fresh take on a timeless design featuring a modern sleeve silhouette and large collar.
Regina Moessmer
To fit bust 34 (36, 38, 40, 42, 44)”
40 (42.75, 44.75, 47.5, 49.5, 51.25)” bust circumference
Shown in size 40″
Woolfolk Får (100% Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino®; 142 yds per 50 g skein)
9 (10, 11, 12, 13, 13) skeins in color no. 23
US 6 (4 mm) 16″ circular needle and set of dpns
US 7 (4.5 mm) 16″ and 32″ circular needles and set of dpns
US 8 (5 mm) 32″ circular needle and set of dpns
Tapestry needle, markers, waste yarn, holders
20 sts and 30 rows/rnds = 4″ in Stockinette Stitch on US 8 (5 mm) needles, blocked
26 sts and 36 rows/rnds = 4″ in 1×1 rib on US 7 (4.5 mm) needles, blocked
Dorte is worked in the round from the top down. The neckline and shoulder caps are shaped with German short rows, and double increases are worked for raglan shaping.