Asymmetrical Pullover aus Noro Ito - 16072 - Downloadable PDF

Asymmetrical Pullover aus Noro Ito

What is Being Made

This is an asymmetrical pullover sweater designed for intermediate knitters. The garment features an asymmetrical construction with different shaping on the front and back pieces, creating a contemporary and visually interesting design. The pullover is sized for S/M with the following finished measurements: bust circumference of 106.5 cm, total length of 63.5 cm, and sleeve length of 38 cm.

Techniques Used

The pattern employs shortened rows as a special technique to create the asymmetrical shaping. The specific method used is "Wrap and Turn" (w&t), a common short-row technique in knitting that involves wrapping stitches to avoid gaps when turning the work mid-row. This technique allows knitters to add shaping and depth to specific sections of the garment without increasing or decreasing stitches in the traditional manner.

The wrap and turn process works as follows:

• Slip the next stitch as if to purl with the yarn positioned behind the work (or in front, depending on direction)
• Bring the yarn between the needles to the front (or to the back)
• Return the same stitch to the left needle and turn the work
• When knitting over the wrapped stitches again, insert the right needle tip under the wrap and knit it together with the stitch

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes stockinette stitch (smooth knit on the right side) as the primary fabric for the back piece, worked with the larger needles. This classic stitch creates a smooth, refined surface that showcases the yarn's color variations beautifully.

Materials

This pullover requires the following materials:

• Yarn: 3 balls of Noro Ito, each 200g, in colorway #20 (worsted weight)
• Knitting Needles: Sizes 4.0 mm and 5.0 mm (the larger 5.0 mm needles are used for the main fabric)
• Circular Needle: 4.0 mm size, 74 cm in length
• Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm size
• Notions: Stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and construction points

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 15 stitches and 22 rows over a 10 cm square when worked in stockinette stitch with the appropriate needle size. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for obtaining the finished measurements listed above.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate, making it suitable for knitters with some experience. The asymmetrical construction and use of shortened rows require understanding of shaping techniques and careful attention to pattern instructions, but the stockinette stitch base is accessible to knitters beyond the beginner level.