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Raspberry Donut Sweater

Job type	Test knit
Description	The Raspberry Donut is a v-neck sweater worked top down beginning with the upper back. Then, the shoulders are picked up and knit, continuing to work the chest. Next, the lower body and hem are knit. The sleeves are worked by picking up sts at either side and knit in stockinette, ending with the cuffs. Lastly, the neckband is knit in twisted 1x1 rib.
Tech edited	This pattern has been tech edited.
Difficulty	Easy
Due date	2024-11-10 This is a flexible deadline!
Craft	Knitting
Test secrecy	Postable
Advertiser	Cocoa Skein
Spots available	5
Sizes required	XS : 1 testers needed S : Filled! M : Filled! L : Filled! XL : Filled! 2XL : Filled! 3XL : 1 testers needed 4XL : 2 testers needed 5XL : 2 testers needed
Finished measurements	Please see below for the finished bust circumferences for each size: Cm: 94 (104, 114, 124, 134, 145, 155, 165, 175) In: 37 (41, 45, 49, 53, 57, 61, 65, 69)
Gauge	Stockinette: 16 sts x 25 rnds = 10 cm (4 in) using 5 mm (US 8) needles
Charted or written pattern	Written
Skills required	Knit Stitch Purl Stitch M1R M1L Twisted Knit Stitch Twisted Purl Stitch Sewn Bind Off
Construction type	Drop-shoulder, in the round, top-down
Required or recommended yarn	Big Twist in shade Cream, Toffee & Cosmetic Pink
Yardage	827 (903, 989, 1086, 1151, 1274, 1344, 1471, 1536)
Tools required	Yarn of choice. The sample used Big Twist in shades Cream, Toffee & Cosmetic Pink 5mm (US 8) circular knitting needles in the following lengths: 16”, 24”, 29”, 36”, or any needle size needed to obtain the proper gauge 4.5mm (US 7) circular knitting needles in the following lengths: 16”, 24”, 29”, 36”, or any needle size needed to obtain the proper gauge Waste yarn to slip stitches onto and knit the swatch before beginning the project 3 stitch markers 1 tapestry needle Scissors
Ownership of the finished item	The finished item is yours to keep.
Requirements from the maker	Please aim to complete by the deadline of November 4, 2024. Things happen, so just let me know if any extension is needed You can customize the length, color, etc of this pattern! HAVE FUN! :)
Rewards from the designer	The designer will run a giveaway and give a prize to one or more testers Each tester will be entered into a giveaway to win a $50 gift card to Joann Fabrics! 🎉

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