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Guernsey-style sweater with floral motif

Pattern ID: Jaeger 6256
Wool brand: Matchmaker
Yarn quantity: 19 (50g balls) plus optionally 3 balls for contrast colours
Sizes: to fit 38 - 42 inch chest [1 sizes] - actual size 52 inches

Wool weight: Double Knitting
Needle size: 3¼mm and 4mm
Tension (10x10cm): 22sts x 30 rows over stocking stitch

Price: SOLD

Description: Pleasing 1980's over-sized guernsey-inspired design in a DK yarn. The pattern can be made plain with textured purl stitch diamonds alone, or optionally with the addition of small floral motifs.