Men’s Colourwork Yoke Jumper Naturally N1786 | Chaska Andes Tweed DK / 8ply A classic bottom-up men’s jumper featuring a striking round colourwork yoke. Designed in richly textured Chaska Andes Tweed DK, this sweater combines traditional Nordic-inspired patterning with a relaxed modern fit. Worked in the round from the hem upward, sleeves are joined to the body before the colourwork yoke is completed seamlessly. Short rows shape the back neck for improved fit and comfort. Construction • Worked bottom up in the round• Body and sleeves knitted separately, then joined• Colourwork yoke pattern (45 rounds)• Decrease shaping through yoke• Short-row back neck shaping• Folded 2 × 2 rib neckband• Minimal seaming (underarms only) Sizes S (M) L (XL) 2XL Designed to fit standard men’s sizing. Finished Measurements Size S M L XL 2XL Finished chest (cm) 102 109 116 125 132 Garment length (cm) 68 69 72 73 75 Sleeve length (cm) 52 54 54 55 55 Designed with approximately 10–15 cm of positive ease for a comfortable fit. Yarn Requirements CHASKA Andes Tweed DK / 8ply50 g balls Main Colour (MC) – #75 Size S M L XL 2XL Balls required 8 8 9 10 11 Approx. meterage (m)* 1000 1000 1125 1250 1375 Contrast Colour 1 (CC1) – #CCQ3 Size S M L XL 2XL Balls required 1 1 1 1 2 Approx. meterage (m)* 125 125 125 125 250 Contrast Colour 2 (CC2) – #CCS9 Size S M L XL 2XL Balls required 1 1 1 1 2 Approx. meterage (m)* 125 125 125 125 250 *Meterage calculated at approx. 125 m per 50 g ball. Always allow extra for swatching and colourwork tension. Needles & Notions • 3.75 mm circular needles• 4.00 mm circular needles• 4.50 mm circular needles• Cords in 40 cm, 60 cm, and 80 cm lengths• DPNs (optional for sleeves)• Stitch markers (one unique for beginning of round)• Waste yarn for sleeves• Tapestry needle Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Gauge 20 stitches × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cmStocking stitch on 4.50 mm needles Checking tension carefully is essential, especially for colourwork sections. Design Features • Traditional round colourwork yoke• Bottom-up seamless construction• Tweed texture adds depth to colourwork• Short-row back neck shaping for better fit• Folded rib neckband for structure Skill Level ★ ★ ★ ★Advanced Intermediate – suitable for knitters confident with stranded colourwork, knitting in the round, and short-row shaping. Why You’ll Love This Pattern • Classic Nordic-inspired styling• Rich tweed colour depth• Warm yet breathable DK weight• Seamless yoke construction• Timeless men’s wardrobe staple
