Knit Fringed Elegance Pullover in Lion Brand Homespun - 20002

Lion Brand Homespun Nautical Pullover – Free Knitting Pattern (Pattern Number 20062)

This free downloadable knitting pattern from Lion Brand Yarn produces the Homespun Nautical Pullover, a classic striped pullover sweater designed for a relaxed, comfortable fit. Rated Easy (Level 2), this pattern is an excellent choice for knitters who have moved past the absolute beginner stage and are ready to tackle a full garment with simple shaping and colorwork through stripes. The finished pullover features a structured silhouette with armhole shaping and a clean, nautical-inspired aesthetic created through a repeating stripe sequence in two contrasting colorways.

Sizes and Finished Measurements

The pattern is written to accommodate a wide range of body types, offering six sizes: Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, and 3X. Finished chest measurements range from 40 inches (101.5 cm) for Small up to 56 inches (142 cm) for 3X. Finished length ranges from 23 inches (58.5 cm) to 25.5 inches (65 cm) depending on size. The pattern is written for the smallest size, with changes for larger sizes noted in parentheses throughout, making it easy to follow once you circle the numbers relevant to your size before beginning.

Materials and Yarn

The pullover is worked in Lion Brand Homespun Yarn (Article #790), a popular bulky-weight yarn known for its soft, textured feel and easy-care fiber content. Two colorways are used to create the nautical stripe effect:

• Lion Brand Homespun in Deco (color 790-309) – used as Color A, the main color; 3 to 4 balls required depending on size
• Lion Brand Homespun in Colonial (color 790-302) – used as Color B, the contrast stripe color; 1 to 2 balls required depending on size

Lion Brand Homespun is composed of 98% Acrylic and 2% Polyester, comes in pull skeins of 6.00 oz / 170 g, and provides approximately 185 yards (169 m) per skein. This fiber blend makes the finished sweater machine-friendly, durable, and soft against the skin — ideal for a wearable everyday pullover.

Needles and Notions

The pattern calls for the following tools and accessories:

• Lion Brand Knitting Needles – Size 10 (6 mm) straight or circular needles
• Lion Brand Split Ring Stitch Markers for tracking pattern sections
• Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6) for seaming and weaving in ends

Gauge

Achieving the correct gauge is essential for this pattern. The specified gauge is 13.5 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) worked in Stockinette Stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side). Knitters are strongly encouraged to swatch and adjust needle size as needed — going down a needle size if the swatch is too loose, or up a size if it is too tight — to ensure the finished garment matches the intended dimensions and that the stated yarn quantities are sufficient.

Techniques and Construction

The Homespun Nautical Pullover is constructed in flat pieces that are later seamed together, a traditional approach well-suited to beginner and intermediate knitters. Key construction elements include:

• Flat knitting worked back and forth in rows on straight needles
• Armhole shaping worked on the Back piece to create a fitted upper body
• Stripe colorwork achieved by alternating between two yarn colors at regular row intervals
• Seaming of finished pieces using a blunt tapestry needle

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure throughout the pullover is Stockinette Stitch, created by knitting all right-side rows and purling all wrong-side rows. This produces the smooth, classic fabric surface that showcases the