Knit your own Lace and Ribs Sweater using these clearly-written instructions by knitwear designer Jackie E-S of HeartStrings FiberArts.

Lace and Ribs Sweater is a ladies knit top with scoop neck and set-in short sleeves. A trio of pattern stitches is arranged in V-formation with scoop neck and set-in short sleeves.

The name for this design derives from three stitch patterns in lace and ribbed textures that are arranged in a flattering "V" on front and back of the sweater. The sleeves also feature one of the lace-rib stitches. The scoop neckline is finished with a folded band of picot-type edging.

3 sizes, 36(40,44)". 850(950,1050) yards sportweight yarn, 6 stitches/inch, size US 5 / 3.75 mm needles suggested. Charted instructions.

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