In The Hoodie in Cascade 220 Superwash Effects - W700 - Downloadable PDF

In The Hoodie Knitting Pattern by Melissa Leapman

What Is Being Made

The In The Hoodie is a knitted pullover sweater with an integrated hood, designed by Melissa Leapman for Cascade Yarns. This intermediate-level garment is available in five sizes ranging from Small (36" bust) to 2X-Large (52" bust), with back lengths from 29" to 30" and front lengths from 25" to 26". The pattern creates a classic hooded sweater suitable for everyday wear.

Craft and Technique Overview

This is a knitting project worked primarily with straight needles and double-pointed needles (DPNs) for specific sections. The pattern uses fundamental knitting techniques including increases, decreases, and marker placement to shape the garment. The hood construction and body shaping require intermediate-level skills, making this pattern appropriate for knitters with some experience beyond basic stockinette stitch.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns Used

The In The Hoodie features a Textured Pattern worked over a multiple of 2 stitches plus 1. This stitch pattern combines knit and purl stitches to create visual interest and dimension. Essential stitches used throughout the pattern include:

• Knit (K) – the fundamental stitch
• Purl (P) – creating texture when alternated with knits
• Knit 2 together (K2tog) – a right-leaning decrease for shaping
• Slip, Slip, Knit (SSK) – a left-leaning decrease for balanced shaping
• Make 1 (M1) – an increase worked knitwise for adding stitches

Stitch markers are used to denote pattern repeats and shaping points, helping knitters track their progress through the structured sections of the sweater.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern is designed for Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Effects, a 100% Superwash Wool yarn in worsted weight. Each hank contains 220 yards (200 meters) and weighs 100 grams (3.5 ounces). Yardage requirements vary by size: Small through Large require 9 to 10 hanks, while 1X-Large and 2X-Large require 11 to 12 hanks respectively. The pattern specifies color #02 (Graphite) for the sample shown.

Needles and Gauge

The In The Hoodie is worked on US 6 straight needles and double-pointed needles, or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge. The required gauge is 22 stitches by 30 rows equals 4 inches (10 centimeters) when worked in the Textured Pattern. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished garment matches the intended dimensions.

Pattern Essentials

Additional materials needed include 2 stitch markers and a yarn needle for weaving in ends. The pattern includes a comprehensive abbreviations list to guide knitters through written instructions, covering standard knitting terminology such as Right Side (RS), Wrong Side (WS), Cast On (CO), and Bind Off (BO).