The Open Reef Sweater is inspired by leisurely days at the beach and laughter-filled moments with loved ones. With its flattering cropped fit, this crochet design boasts a gentle boat neck, bracelet length sleeves, and a fan stitch trim around the neck. The lace fabric is created with the iris...
Intermediate knitting patterns are aimed at knitters who have a solid understanding of fundamental techniques and are ready for more challenging patterns. Knitters at this level are expected to be comfortable reading patterns, working with a variety of needle types, and executing more advanced techniques such as cables, lace work, detailed construction methods or intarsia. These patterns require reading complex charts or instructions, offering knitters the chance to refine their skills and explore creative, sophisticated designs.
The Open Reef Sweater is inspired by leisurely days at the beach and laughter-filled moments with loved ones. With its flattering cropped fit, this crochet design boasts a gentle boat neck, bracelet length sleeves, and a fan stitch trim around the neck. The lace fabric is created with the iris stitch, a simple single row repeat that offers a meditative crochet experience.
Designed in The Fibre Co.’s Amble—a mix of Easy-wash Merino wool and alpaca as well as recycled nylon—this sweater is not only soft to the touch but resilient and easy to care for. Wear it over a swimsuit for a sun-soaked day at the beach, pair it with jeans for a relaxed evening out, or layer it atop a crisp linen blouse to elevate your office look. Wherever it accompanies you, the Open Reef Sweater is sure to evoke fond memories of sandy shores.
The Fibre Co. Amble (70% Easy-wash Merino wool, 20% Easy-wash alpaca, 10% recycled nylon, 325 m (355 yd) per 100 g hank) in shade Seawall – 3 [4: 4: 5: 5: 5: 6: 6: 6] hanks.
Photographs show the garment in the shade Seawall.
1 [2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9]
The given sizes are called Sizes 1-9 and are recommended to fit a chest circumference of: 76-81 [86-91: 97-102: 107-112: 117-122: 127-132: 137-142: 147-152: 157-162] cm (30-32 [34-36: 38-40: 42-44: 46-48: 50-52: 54-56: 58-60: 62-64] in)
Finished chest circumference (at underarm): 110 [125: 130: 145: 150: 165: 170: 185: 190] cm (43.5 [49.25: 51.25: 57: 59: 65: 67: 73: 75] in)
Finished length (from shoulder to hem): 48 [49: 49.5: 50.5: 51: 51.5: 52.5: 53: 54] cm (19 [19.25: 19.5: 19.75: 20: 20.25: 20.5: 20.75: 21] in)
Photographs show the garment knit in Size 3 on a model with a chest circumference of 86 cm (34 in).
This intermediate pattern includes written instructions and a schematic.
PDF of Open Reef Sweater Pattern
3–6 hanks of Amble
3.5mm (US E/4) crochet hook
Darning needle
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