Yet again, my neighborhood inspires me! Olivenhain (means “Olive Grove” in German) is a name of community in the city of Encinitas, CA, originally settled by German colonists in the late 19th century. 
Knitted from the top down, this v-neck cardigan features the pattern which reminded me of olive branches, waist shaping and imitation of the set-in sleeves.

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Sizes: 
Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL): to fit bust 28/30 (32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50) inches 71/76 (81/86, 91/96, 102/107, 112/117, 122/127) cm.

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Finished Measurements: 
31 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50) inches /78 (86, 97, 107, 117, 127) cm bust circumference. 
Shown in size 38”/97 cm on 37”/94 cm bust.

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Gauge: 
23 sts and 34 rows = 4”/10 cm in Reverse stockinette pattern on size US4 (3.5 mm) needle, after blocking. 
13-sts repetition of Charts A or B – 2”/5 cm after blocking.

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Needles: 
Size US4 (3.5 mm): 16” (40 cm) and 32” (80 cm) circular (circ). 
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge. 

 

Notions:
6 markers, 2 removable markers, tapestry needle, cable needle, waste yarn.

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Yarn: 
Sport weight yarn (approximate amounts): 
1400 (1450, 1470, 1550, 1670, 1740) yards 1260 (1305, 1324, 1395, 1485, 1566) m.

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Difficulty: Intermediate.