Named after the beautiful town of Waskesiu Lake in northern Saskatchewan, the Waskesiu Sweater is constructed using the fair isle technique to create a yoked pullover that is cropped at the waist. This sweater is deliciously warm and incredibly soft, with a modern and practical fit.
 
Yarn: The yarns are held together throughout. Pure wool is recommended with the silk mohair.
 
Main colour:
4, (4, 4, 5, 6) skeins Cascades 220 Worsted
+
4, (4, 4, 5, 6) balls of Knitting for Olive Mohair Silk
 
Colours 1, 2 & 3 each:
0.25, (0.25, 0.25, 0.5, 0.5) skeins Cascades 220 Worsted
+
0.25, (0.25, 0.25, 0.5, 0.5) balls of Knitting for Olive Mohair Silk
 
Gauge: 15 stitches by 23 rows in 10 cm2 stockinette, on 5.5 mm needles.
 
Needles:
3 mm circular needles, 12-16 inches.
5.5 mm circular needles, 24-36 inches, depending on preference.
 
Notions:
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Darning needle
 
Techniques used
German short rows
Fair isle/stranded knitting
 
Yarn Colours Used
Main: Cascade 220 Worsted Blush Heather + Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair Cherry Blossom
Contrast 1: Cascade 220 Worsted Natural + Knitting for Olive Cloud
Contrast 2: Cascade 220 Worsted Sunflower + Knitting for Olive Dark Mustard
Contrast 3: Cascade 220 Superwash Merino Highlighter Pink + Knitting for Olive Pink Daisies
 
Sizes:
XS, S, M, L, XL
 
To fit bust:
XS: 30-33" / 76-83 cm
S: 34-37" / 86-94 cm
M: 38-41" / 96-104 cm
L: 42-45" / 107-114 cm
XL:  46-48" / 117-122 cm