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Round‑Yoke Alpaca Sweater

Bottom‑up, round‑yoke sweater in an alpaca‑merino blend offering refined structure, clear stitch definition and comfortable shaping across a broad size range.

intermediateAlpaca Storm from Viking Garn, 40% superfine alpaca, 40% fine me3.5 mm / 4 mm

Gauge
22 sts in stockinette stitch on 4 mm (US 6) needles = 10 cm (4 in).

About this project

A refined round‑yoke sweater worked bottom‑up in a silky alpaca‑merino blend. The subtly structured silhouette and clear stitch definition make it a rewarding intermediate project—versatile wear, enduring softness and a polished finish.

Difficultyintermediate
Yarn weightAlpaca Storm from Viking Garn, 40% superfine alpaca, 40% fine me
Needles3.5 mm / 4 mm
SizesXXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL)
YardageSee materials
TechniquesBottom‑up construction; worked in the round; round‑yoke increase shaping; stockinette stitch; use of circular needles (80 cm and 40 cm) and double‑pointed needles for small circumferences; gauge‑based sizing and shaping.

Materials at a glance

Alpaca Storm from Viking Garn, 40% superfine alpaca, 40% fine merino wool, 20% nylon. 50 g = approx. 133 m (145 yards).