Floria is an oversized sweater with approximately 20 cm / 8 inches of positive ease. It features a playful floral stitch pattern with a 3D effect that creates a beautifully textured look. It is a fun knit if you enjoy textured stitch patterns, and the pattern is easy to memorize once you get started.

The sweater is worked from the top down using 5 mm / US 8 needles. The sample is knitted in blow yarn. Alternative yarns include DROPS Air, Sandnes Kos, or similar yarns that give the correct gauge.

Construction: The back is worked first, then stitches for the front panels are picked up along the shoulders. The pieces are joined on one needle at the underarms, and the body is worked in the round. Sleeve stitches are picked up around the armholes, and the sleeves are worked from the top down. Finally, ribbing is worked around the V-neck, and the sweater is finished with a decorative crochet edging.

Gauge: 17 sts / 24 rows in stockinette stitch Needle: 5 mm / US 8 Level of difficulty: 4 When buying a pattern you automatically receive a copy of both the English and Norwegian pattern files.