Chambord
Chambord, first published in 2012 and just updated in 2023, is a top down pullover with a bold cable. It also features deep ribbings at both cuffs and hem, and a modern take on the cowl neck that’s just a tiny bit different than usual.
The bold cable really brings the eye to the center of the body, and both the cozy cowl neck and deep ribbing make for beautiful proportions on this sweater. The cropped length and deep ribbing hit high on the waist and don’t hug the body, so this sweater is a great layering piece. The tails of a shirt, a fitted tee, or a dress/skirt work beautifully under the sweater, and long cuffs balance out the somewhat cropped look perfectly.
Since Chambord is knit from the top down, you can easily alter the shaping or length of sweater as you think will suit your own body or wardrobe. Notes are included in the pattern for when and where to do so.
And yes, the neckline will also work beautifully with a turtleneck, classic cowl, or even just a little ribbing for a crew neck. In the 2023 update, we made sure the shaping is nice and rounded for any neckline you prefer.
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Yarn: Sample shown in Rowan Felted Tweed Aran (50% wool, 25% viscose, 25% alpaca; approx. 95yds/87m per 50g/1.76oz skein), colorway Tawny.
If substituting yarn, keep this in mind and stay away from anything too dense or heavy. I also suggest a solid or semi-solid, like a tweed or heather, as the design would be lost in a busy yarn.
Gauge: 16 sts and 24 rounds per 4”/10cm in stockinette, worked on larger needle.
Needles: US#8/5.0mm and US#9/5.5mm
Sizes:
32(36,40,44,48)(52,56,60,64)”
81.25(91.5,101.5,111.75,122)(132,142.25,152.5,162.5)cm
For fit shown, I suggest 4”/10cm of positive ease.
Yardage:
800(950,1050,1150,1300)(1450,1600,1700,1800)yds
735(870,960,1050,1190)(1325,1465,1555,1645)m