The bottom of the front is worked first

Lining can be found here

5 mm [US4] / 40 cm and 60 cm [16 and 24 inches] (or the required needle size to obtain gauge)

Knaphuller:

Louisiana Sweater Junior Halbpatent The bottom of the frontThe Louisiana Sweater Junior is worked from the top down with raglan increases on the yoke. The ribbing at the neck edge is folded and knitted together to form the neckline. The sleeves have tight fitting ribbed cuffs. I recommend using the Italian bind off method on cuffs and hem for a neat, elastic edge. Before you start knitting the sweater, begin by knitting a swatch to determine which needle size will give you the correct gauge. Size guide The