A classic cardigan worked in a rich shell pattern with a vertical-ribbed skirt. Work the shell-stitch bodice from side-to-side in a V-st from the Empire waist up then the skirt from the hem to the waist. This sweater is recommended for intermediate level crocheters.

Finished Measurements:
32¾ (35¾, 39, 42¼, 45¼)" bust circumference

Yarn Requirements:
Fresco by Classic Elite
60% wool, 30% baby alpaca, 10% angora
50 gram hank = approx 164 yards
• 8 (8, 9, 10, 11) hanks 5358 Tomato

Crochet Hook:
Size H/8 (5 mm)
Or size to obtain gauge.

Notions:
removable stitch markers, yarn neede, three ¾" buttons

Gauge: 24 dc =4¾" across Row 3 of V-St Patt; 8 rows = 4" in V-st Patt; 19 sts and 12 rows = 4" in ribbing. Take time to save time, check your gauge.