by Irina Anikeeva

The Nelson Pullover is a modern knitter’s take on men’s athletic wear. This sporty, youthful pullover features a continuous cable that runs up the sleeve and shoulder into the cowl neck. The drawstring ties add charm as well as warmth in cold weather.

Sizes
Men’s S (M, L, XL, 2XL): to fit chest size 34/36 (38/40, 42/44, 46/48, 50/52)”/86/91 (96/102, 107/112, 117/122, 127/132) cm.

Finished Measurements
36½ (40, 44½, 48, 52½)”/93 (101.5, 113, 122, 133.5) cm chest circumference. Pullover shown measures 44½“/113 cm; modeled with 6”/ 15 cm of positive ease.

Yarn
Brown Sheep сompany Nature Spun Worsted (100% wool; 245 yds 224 m/ 3½ oz 100 g): 133W blue fog, 5 (6, 6, 7, 8) balls. or alternative worsted weight wool

Needles
Size US 6/4 mm: 32”/80 cm circular and set of double-pointed needles.
Size US 7/4.5 mm: 16”/40 cm and 32”/80 cm circular and set of double-pointed needles.
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions
Markers, cable needle, stitch holders, tapestry needle, waste yarn.

Gauge
18 sts and 26 rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette stitch on larger needle;
20 sts of Sleeve chart = 3”/7.5 cm wide on larger needle.

Please note that this pattern is sold as a physical copy; it is not a PDF.