Moorland Sweater in West Yorkshire Spinners Aire Valley Aran Fusions - Downloadable PDF

Moorland Sweater in West Yorkshire Spinners Aire Valley Aran Fusions

What is Being Made

The Moorland Sweater is a knitted pullover sweater designed by Jo Allport for West Yorkshire Spinners' Fusions Collection. This intermediate-level garment combines style and comfort, making it suitable for both country walks and relaxing at home. The sweater features raglan shaping throughout, creating a classic silhouette that works across multiple bust sizes ranging from 81 cm to 127 cm (32 to 50 inches).

Design Features and Construction

This sweater showcases beautiful cable and lace pattern work as its defining aesthetic elements. The raglan construction—where the sleeves are shaped from the neckline down to the underarm in a diagonal line—provides both visual interest and comfortable fit. The garment is designed as an essential winter knit, suggesting it offers warmth and layering versatility.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Stocking Stitch - The primary stitch used throughout much of the sweater construction
• Lace Pattern - Decorative openwork stitching that creates the intricate design details
• Cable Pattern - Twisted stitch panels that add texture and visual depth
• Cable Panels - Specifically measuring 22 stitches wide, creating structured vertical elements
• Raglan Shaping - A construction technique that decreases stitches diagonally from the neckline to create fitted sleeves

Materials and Specifications

This pattern is designed to be knitted with 5mm needles using West Yorkshire Spinners Aire Valley Aran Fusions yarn, which is an aran weight yarn. The aran weight classification indicates a medium-heavy yarn suitable for creating substantial, warm garments.

Gauge and Tension

Proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. The pattern specifies:

• 18 stitches and 24 rows to a 10 cm (4 inch) square when working Stocking Stitch with 5mm needles
• 18 stitches and 26 rows to a 10 cm (4 inch) square when working the Lace Pattern with 5mm needles
• Cable Panel of 22 stitches measuring 7.5 cm wide with 5mm needles

These gauge measurements ensure that the cable and lace patterns integrate properly throughout the sweater and that the finished garment meets the intended dimensions.

Sizing and Fit

The Moorland Sweater is available in ten size options to fit bust measurements from 81 cm to 127 cm (32 to 50 inches). Actual finished bust measurements range from 91 cm to 142 cm (35¾ to 56 inches), providing positive ease for comfortable wear. The shoulder-to-back hemline length varies slightly across sizes, ranging from 54 cm to 62 cm (21¼ to 24¼ inches), accommodating different proportions.

Skill Level

Rated as intermediate difficulty, this sweater is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle more complex stitch patterns. The combination of cable and lace work requires familiarity with these techniques, while the raglan construction provides a structured approach to shaping.