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Pom2, a relaxed-fitting women’s pullover, was inspired by my 2011 Pomegranate pattern, a fitted pullover with set-in sleeves. Pom2 uses the same stitch pattern for the center lace panel, but otherwise the two designs are entirely different. Pom2 has a relaxed fit with no waist shaping and modified dropped shoulders. The hem, sleeves, and neckband are worked in 1x1 ribbing.
The construction is entirely seamless. The body is worked in the round to the armholes. After the armholes, the front and back are worked separately and the shoulders are joined using the three-needle bind-off. Stitches for the sleeves are picked up around the armholes and the sleeves are worked from the top down in the round.
This sweater is designed to be worn with 4–6 inches/10–15 cm positive ease and was modeled with approximately 5 inches/13cm ease.
SIZES: Women’s 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
Bust circumference: 36.5 (39.5, 44.25, 47.75, 52.25, 55.5) inches/93 (100, 112, 121, 133, 141) cm
YARN
875 (950, 1,050, 1,150, 1,275, 1,400) yds/800 (870, 965, 1,055, 1,170, 1,285) m sportweight yarn, or 3 (3, 3, 3, 4, 4) skeins Bartlettyarns Sport 100% wool, 430yds/393m per 4 oz/113g skein; color: Terracotta
NEEDLES
—US #4/3.5mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle (for body ribbing)
—US #5/3.75mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle (for body) OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE
—US #4/3.5mm 16-inch circular needle (for neckband)
—US #5/3.75mm dpns (for sleeves)
—US #5/3.75mm 16-inch circular needle (optional; for upper sleeves)
—US #4/3.5mm dpns (for sleeve cuffs)
NOTIONS
Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn, stitch holders (optional)
Gauge: 20 sts/30 rnds = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
The lace pattern is provided in a chart.
Knit in worsted weight yarn, the Evergreen Mountain Pullover features striking sculptural and textural lace on the back and front, with patterning that’s easy to memorize and satisfying to knit. The body of this drop-shoulder pullover is worked from the bottom up in pieces and blocked before the neck and sleeves are worked in the round.
The pattern appeared in the spring 2018 issue of Interweave Knits.
Photos: F&W Media/Harper Point Photography
To view all knitting patterns by Bonnie Sennott, visit my Ravelry designer page.
Mount Pollux, a comfy, oversized pullover knit in worsted weight yarn, is named after the Mount Pollux Conservation Area in Amherst, Massachusetts (where the photos were taken). Suggested fit: 5–10 inches/13–25 cm positive ease; the sample was modeled with approximately 10 inches/25 cm ease.
The sweater is worked mostly seamlessly. After the split hems are worked flat and joined on a circular needle, the body is worked in the round to the armholes. After the armholes, the front and back are worked separately and the shoulders are seamed. Stitches for the sleeves are picked up around the armholes and the sleeves are worked from the top down in the round.
Sizes: Women’s S (M, L, XL, 1X, 2X)
Finished (Blocked) Measurements
Bust and hip circumference: 37 (41.25, 46.25, 50.5, 55.5, 60) inches/94 (105, 117, 128, 141, 152) cm
Materials:
—1,125 (1,225, 1,350, 1,475, 1,625, 1,775) yds/1,030 (1,120, 1,235, 1,350, 1,485, 1,625) m worsted weight yarn, or 10 (11, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins Quince & Co. Owl, 50% wool, 50% alpaca, 120yds/110m per 50g skein; color: 309 (Abyssinian)
—US #7/4.5mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle (for body) OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE
—US #7/4.5mm 16-inch circular needle (for neckband)
—US #7/4.5mm dpns (for sleeves)
—US #7/4.5mm 16-inch circular needle (optional; for upper sleeves)
—US #6/4mm dpns (for sleeve cuffs)
—Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn
Gauge: 19 sts/28 rnds = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
Pattern Instructions: The stitch patterns are provided in charts only.
A distinctive lozenge stitch adorns the sleeve cuffs and front panels of the Chili Pepper Cardigan. This open front cardi is worked in one piece bottom up, back and forth, to the armholes, then the fronts and back are worked separately. After the shoulders are joined, the sleeves are worked top down, in the round, with the sleeve caps shaped by short rows.
The pattern appeared in the fall 2017 issue of Knitscene.
Photos: F&W Media/Harper Point Photography
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The feminine Drafter's Cardigan features a lovely lace pattern and beautiful button accents. The body is worked back and forth in one piece from the lower edge to the underarm, then the upper fronts and back are worked separately. Stitches for the sleeves are picked up around the armhole and the sleeves are worked from the top down in the round with short-rows to shape the sleeve cap.
The pattern appeared in the spring 2017 issue of Knitscene.
Photos: F&W Media/Harper Point Photography
To view all knitting patterns by Bonnie Sennott, visit my Ravelry designer page.
Knit in DK weight yarn, the Mathews Street Vest is worked from the bottom up, in one piece. Textured front panels add visual interest to this lightweight vest.
The pattern appeared in the fall 2016 issue of knit.wear.
Photos: F&W Media/Harper Point Photography
To view all knitting patterns by Bonnie Sennott, visit my Ravelry designer page.
Knit in the round with worsted weight wool, the Journeyer Pullover is a comfortable, classic sweater you’ll wear for years to come. It features gentle A-line shaping, 3/4-length sleeves, and a flattering folded neckband.
Sizes: Women’s S (M, L, XL, 1X, 2X)
Finished (blocked) measurements:
—Bust circumference: 33.5 (36.5, 40, 43.25, 46.5, 50) inches/85 (93, 102, 110, 118, 127 cm
—Hip circumference: 35.5 (39, 42.25, 45.5, 49, 52.25) inches/ 90 (99, 107, 116, 125, 133 cm
Yarn/Yardage: 875 (975, 1,075, 1,175, 1,295, 1,425) yds/800 (895, 985, 1075, 1185, 1305) m worsted weight yarn, or 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins Cascade 220 100% Peruvian Highland wool, 220yds/201m per 100g skein; color: 8012 (Doeskin Heather)
Needles and Notions:
—US #7/4.5mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle (for body) OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE
—US #5/3.75mm 16-inch circular needle (for neckband)
—US #7/4.5mm dpns (for sleeves)
—US #7/4.5mm 16-inch circular needle (optional; for upper sleeves)
—US #5/3.75mm dpns (for sleeve cuffs)
—Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn
Construction: The sweater is worked in the round on a long circular from the hem to the armholes; the upper back and front are worked flat and joined at the shoulders. The sleeves are worked top-down, in the round, using short rows to shape the caps. The neckband is worked to twice the desired length, then folded and sewn to the inside.
NOTE: The decreases in the FIRST decrease round are not symmetrical, paired decreases. This is on purpose. Please follow the pattern exactly as written. The decreases are placed where they are in that first decrease round to keep the ribbing flowing nicely into the stitch patterns that follow. If you read ahead, you’ll see that all future decrease rounds consist of paired decreases at the sides.
Gauge: 19 sts/29 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch on larger needle after blocking
Stitch patterns are given in both written form and charts.
Knit in worsted weight wool, the Exit 4 Tunic is a casual layering piece with a relaxed fit. Front and back are knit separately and joined at the shoulders, then ribbing is knit along both sides. Instead of being seamed, the sides are joined with decorative buttons.
SIZES: S, M, L/XL, to fit actual bust sizes 32–36 (38–44, 46–52) in / 81–92 (97–112, 117–132) cm
FINISHED CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE: 41 (49, 57) in / 104 (125, 145) cm
GAUGE: 17 sts and 26 rows over 4 in / 10 cm in stockinette st
Yardage: 980 (1120, 1260) yds/900 (1025, 1155) m worsted weight yarn.
Needles: US size 8 / 5 mm straight or circular needles, 24 in / 60 cm long AND US size 8 / 5 mm circular needle, 40 in / 100 cm long AND US size 6 / 4 mm circular needle, 16 in / 40 cm long
Notions: stitch markers, removable (locking) stitch markers, tapestry needle, stainless steel T-pins (optional), 4 buttons
Stitch patterns are provided in written form and in charts.
Knit in sportweight wool, Pomegranate features a wide lace panel on front and back and a crisp twisted ribbing on the sleeves and neckband.
Because it is knit in the round from the bottom to the armholes, the only seams are at the shoulders. The set-in sleeves are knit in the round from the top down, and the sleeve caps are shaped with short rows.
If you prefer a more casual look with a relaxed fit and simpler details, check out Pomegranate’s cousin, Pom2.
Level of difficulty: Advanced beginner/Intermediate. Experience with working lace, reading charts and working in the round is helpful.
Sizes: Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X)
Finished (Blocked) Measurements:
Bust circumference: 32.25 (35, 37.5, 40, 43, 45.5, 48.25) inches/82 (89, 95, 102, 109, 116, 123) cm
Hip circumference: 35 (37.5, 40.25, 43, 45.5, 48.25, 51) inches/89 (92, 102, 109, 116, 123, 130) cm
Yardage: 1,150 (1,250, 1,350 1,450, 1,600, 1,750, 1,900) yards/1,050 (1,150, 1,250, 1,325, 1,475, 1,600, 1,750) m sport weight wool
The stitch patterns are given in chart form only.
Techniques include working in the round on circulars and dpns, working twisted and wrapped stitches, and working short rows.
A comfortable, oversize layering piece, the Grille Vest features welted columns that take their inspiration from automotive grilles. The front and back are knit flat and seamed; a ribbed neckband is picked up and worked in the round to double height, then folded and sewn to the inside.
This design is part of Brooklyn Tweed's Wool People 9 collection. The pattern PDF can be purchased from Brooklyn Tweed or on Ravelry.
Photos: Jared Flood/Brooklyn Tweed
To view all knitting patterns by Bonnie Sennott, visit my Ravelry designer page.
Meadow Road is a long-sleeve women’s pullover featuring an A-line silhouette designed to be attractive on a wide variety of figures. A pretty twisted-stitch and lace pattern adorns front and back (the placement of decreases within the center panel gives the appearance of cables, but there are actually no cables in the stitch pattern!). The gathered sleeve cuffs and wide neckband are trimmed with a simple reverse stockinette edging.
For a loose, comfortable fit as shown in the photos, choose a size with 4–5 inches/10–13 cm of positive ease at the bust. If you prefer a closer fit, choose a size with 2–3 inches/5–8 cm of ease at the bust. The sample was modeled with approximately 4.5 inches/11 cm of ease.
The sweater is named after Meadow Road in Montague, Massachusetts, where the photos were taken.
Construction: Worked in the round on a long circular needle from the bottom up to the armholes; front and back are then worked flat and joined at the shoulders. Sleeves are worked in the round, top down, using short rows to shape the sleeve caps.
Sizes: Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL)
Finished (Blocked) Measurements:
—Bust circumference: 32.25 (35.5, 39.25, 43.25, 47.75, 51.75) inches/82 (90, 100, 110, 121, 131) cm
—Hip circumference: 36.75 (39.75, 43.75, 48, 52, 56.25) inches/93 (101, 111, 122, 132, 143) cm
Materials and Notions:
—1,100 (1,225, 1,350, 1,550, 1,775, 2,025) yards/1,010 (1,120, 1,235, 1,420, 1,580, 1855) m sportweight wool. Size M sample was knit with 5 skeins of Stitch Sprouts Yellowstone 80% wool, 20% silk; 285yd/261m per 100g skein; color: Bison.
—US #5/3.75mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE
—US #5/3.75mm 16-inch circular needle
—US #5/3.75mm set of dpns (for sizes XS and S)
—US #3/3.25mm 16-inch circular needle
—US #3/3.25mm set of dpns
—Spare circular needle (US #5 or smaller), or stitch holder, or scrap yarn
—Stitch markers, tapestry needle
Gauge: 23 sts/33 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch on larger needle after blocking
Skills required: Cast on, bind off, knit, purl, ktbl, ptbl, increases and decreases, yarn overs, working in the round, picking up stitches, reading charts.
Level of difficulty: Intermediate, or confident/advanced beginner. Previous experience knitting a sweater or other garment recommended.
The stitch patterns are given in chart form only.
The double-breasted Wichita Vest has a comfortable, swingy fit. It's knit in DK weight yarn and features cable accents alongside wide, ribbed button bands.
Sizes: 32 (35, 38, 41, 44, 47) inches/82 (89, 97, 104, 112, 119.5) cm bust circumference
Gauge: 21 sts/30 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
Yardage: 700 (775, 850, 925, 1,000, 1,075) yards/650 (725, 775, 850, 925, 975) m DK weight wool or wool blend. Size M sample was knit with 3 skeins of Woolen Rabbit Emma 85% wool, 15% silk; 330 yd/302 m per 110g skein; color: Grey Goose
Construction: Knit flat on a long circular needle, bottom up, in one piece to the underarm; back and fronts are then knit separately and seamed at the shoulders.
Needles: US #5/3.75mm 32-inch circular needle OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE; US #4/3.5mm 32-inch circular needle; US #4/3.5mm 16-inch circular needle
Notions: 6 3/4 inch/2cm buttons, 1 smaller, flat utility button, cable needle, stitch holders, stitch markers, locking stitch markers, scrap yarn, tapestry needle, blocking pins
Pattern difficulty: Intermediate. Some experience with cables and knitting sweaters from the bottom up is helpful.
Stitch patterns are provided in written form and in charts.
Goodnough (pronounced “good-no”) is an open front cardigan with 3/4-length sleeves, mirrored cable front bands, and A-line shaping. It is worked bottom up in one piece to the armholes, then divided for back and fronts. There's only a small amount of seaming: the shoulders are seamed, and the front bands are seamed at the back neck. The sleeves are worked top-down, in the round, using short rows to shape the sleeve caps.
This cardigan is designed to be worn with 0-2 inches/0-5 cm positive ease, but can also look attractive worn with negative ease. The model in the photos is wearing it with a small amount of negative ease.
Stitch patterns are given in both written form and charts.
Sizes: Women’s S (M, L, XL, 1X, 2X)
Finished (Blocked) Measurements:
—Bust circumference: 30.5 (34.5, 38.5, 42.5, 46.5, 50.5) inches/78 (88, 98, 108, 118, 128) cm
—Hip circumference: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)”/81 (91, 101.5, 112, 122, 132) cm
Yardage: 950 (1,050, 1,150, 1,300, 1,450, 1,600) yards/870 (960, 1,050, 1,190, 1,325, 1,465) m DK or light worsted weight wool.
Techniques include stockinette, cables, working in the round on circulars and dpns, increasing and decreasing, and working short rows.
Goodnough is named after Goodnough Dike at the Quabbin Reservoir, in Ware, Massachusetts, where the photos were taken.
Briscoe, a swingy, open-front cardigan, pairs the simplicity of stockinette and garter stitch with a touch of graceful lace. It’s worked flat in one piece from the top and the raglan sleeves are worked top-down in the round. It can be worn open or fastened with a shawl pin or clasp. Or, sew on a few buttons and use the yarn overs as buttonholes.
Briscoe is designed to be worn with about 3 inches of positive ease, with the fronts slightly overlapped.
A light blocking will relax and open up the front band lace.
Level of difficulty: Advanced beginner/Intermediate. Experience with working lace, and working in the round on dpns (for the sleeves) is helpful.
Finished (Blocked) Measurements:
—Bust circumference: 31 (35, 38.5, 42.5, 46, 50, 54) inches/79 (89, 98, 108, 117, 127, 137) cm with fronts overlapping approximately 1 inch/2.5 cm
—Hip circumference: 33.25 (37.25, 40.75, 44.75, 48.25, 52.25, 56.25) inches/84 (95, 104, 114, 123, 133, 143) cm
Yardage:
1,150 (1,250, 1,350 1,450, 1,600, 1,750, 1,900) yards/1,050 (1,150, 1,250, 1,325, 1,475, 1,600, 1,750) m sportweight wool
Needles: US5/3.75mm and US4/3.50mm
Gauge: 21 sts/32 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
Stitch patterns are provided in both written form and a chart.
Briscoe is named after Lily Briscoe, the painter in Virginia Woolf’s To the Lighthouse.
The Grainline Pullover has classic yet contemporary style. Worked in worsted weight yarn, this seamless raglan pullover is a quick knit and a great layering piece. Its relaxed fit is feminine rather than boxy, thanks to just the right amount of shaping.
Grainline is worked from the top-down, beginning at the neck. That means there’s no seaming and little finishing (other than weaving in ends). The distinctive “grainline” is stitched on the front of the sweater after blocking, using duplicate stitch. The pattern provides instructions for duplicate stitch as well as links to helpful tutorials.
Finished (Blocked) Measurements: 32 (36.25, 40.25, 44.5, 48.75, 51.5) inches/82 (92, 102, 113, 124, 131) cm bust circumference
Yarn:
—Main color (MC): 550 (635, 695, 765, 850, 935) yds/505 (580, 635, 700, 780, 855) m worsted weight yarn, or 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 5) skeins Cascade 220 100% Peruvian Highland wool, 220yds/201m per 100g skein; color: 4010 (Straw)
—Contrast color (CC): 330 (355, 405, 445, 480, 515) yds/300 (325, 370, 410, 435, 470) m worsted weight yarn or 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) skeins Cascade 220 100% Peruvian Highland wool, 220yds/201m per 100g skein; color: 8401 (Light Grey)
Needles:
—US #7/4.5mm 16-inch circular needle (for upper body)
—US #7/4.5mm 24-inch or 32-inch circular needle (for body) OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE
—US #7/4.5mm dpns (for sleeves)
—US #5/3.75mm 16-inch circular needle (for neckband)
Notions: Stitch markers, locking stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn
Gauge: 19 sts/28 rnds = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch, after blocking
Level of difficulty: Intermediate, or confident/advanced beginner
The stitch patterns are provided in both written form and charts.
A note about swatching: Knitting and blocking a generous-sized stockinette stitch swatch is highly recommended. Adjust needle size as needed to get as close to the stitch and row gauge as you can. Row gauge matters for this pattern, as the depth of the raglan armholes, the sleeve and waist shaping, and length of the body and sleeves are based on the row gauge.
You can also use the swatch to practice duplicate stitch before stitching the “grainline” on the sweater.
