Naira Sweater by Javiera Ortiz

Craft: Crochet

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This design is constructed using Granny Squares, creating a repetitive pattern that pays homage to the designs of Andean cultures.

Granny squares are joined to create the upper body and sleeves, then stitches are picked up and crocheted in the round to complete the lower body and the sleeve cuffs. While the overall garment width is largely fixed by the number of squares, it is possible to adjust the body circumference by lengthening or shortening the sleeve seams accordingly. The lower body length is easily adjustable, and the sleeves can be lengthened by adding additional rounds before the ribbing. Remember that any adjustments to the pattern will affect the required yardage. Each granny square is worked in turned rounds and uses all 6 colors. All yarns are held double throughout. When switching colors, complete the final stitch of the first color by drawing the new color through to make the final loop. See the Granny Square video tutorial for a
demonstration of this technique. Hide yarn ends as you go to minimize weaving in at the end.

Suggested yarn

Amano Yarns Ayni

Yarn weight

Fingering (14 wpi)

Gauge

10 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches

Hook size

4.0 mm (G)

3.5 mm (E)

Yardage

2834 - 3052 yards (2591 - 2791 m)

Sizes available

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

Crochet terminology

US

Final Measures

Bust circumference: 30 (33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53, 58.5)"

76 (84, 94, 104, 114, 124, 134, 148) cm.