Maritime Sweater in Rowan Pebble Island (DE) - Downloadable PDF

Maritime Sweater in Rowan Pebble Island by Erika Knight

What is Being Made

The Maritime Sweater is a knitted pullover design by renowned knitwear designer Erika Knight. This intermediate-level sweater is available in nine size options, with finished bust measurements ranging from 80 cm to 162 cm, accommodating a wide range of body sizes from children through to adults. The pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF, making it accessible for knitters who prefer digital formats.

Techniques Used

This sweater employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques. The construction includes wrapped stitches, which are created by wrapping yarn around the needle and later working these wrapped loops together with their corresponding stitches to create textural interest. The pattern involves working pieces separately, with distinct sections for the back, front, and sleeves that are constructed individually before assembly. Shoulder shaping is achieved through strategic decreasing, and neckline shaping is incorporated to create a fitted neck opening. The sweater features a collar that is worked from held stitches, demonstrating intermediate-level construction methods.

Stitches Used

The Maritime Sweater utilizes classic knitting stitches appropriate for worsted-weight yarn. The pattern includes knit stitches (worked on right-side rows) and purl stitches (worked on wrong-side rows), creating a stockinette stitch base. The wrapped stitch technique adds textural variation to the design. Decreasing methods are employed for shaping at the shoulders and neckline, with stitches held on auxiliary needles for later pickup and working, a technique commonly used in seamless or partially seamless sweater construction.

Materials

This pattern is designed for Rowan Pebble Island yarn in worsted weight (50g balls). The sweater is photographed in the colorway Desire 021, though the pattern is also available in Elephant 022. Knitters will require standard knitting needles appropriate for worsted-weight yarn, as well as auxiliary needles (or stitch holders) for managing stitches during construction. The specific needle size and yardage requirements are detailed within the downloadable PDF pattern.