Deep Raglan Sweater in BC Garn Semilla Extra Fino - 2362BC - Downloadable PDF

Deep Raglan Sweater in BC Garn Semilla Extra Fino – Pattern 2362BC by Ann Højgaard Slot

This Deep Raglan Sweater, designed by Ann Højgaard Slot and published by BC Garn as pattern number 2362BC, is a beautifully structured pullover sweater knitted in the delicate BC Garn Semilla Extra Fino yarn. Available as a free downloadable PDF, this intermediate-level knitting pattern produces a relaxed, generously proportioned sweater with a distinctive deep raglan construction that gives it a modern, elegant silhouette.

About the Design

The Deep Raglan Sweater is a seamless pullover worked with a classic raglan yoke shaping taken to a deeper, more dramatic depth than a standard raglan. This deep raglan style creates a wide, gently sloping shoulder line and a roomy, comfortable fit across the chest and body. The finished garment has a relaxed aesthetic that suits both casual and smart-casual occasions, and the lightweight lace-weight yarn gives it an airy, refined drape despite its generous dimensions.

The pattern is offered in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large, with finished widths of 110 cm, 118 cm, and 126 cm respectively, and lengths of 46 cm, 50 cm, and 53 cm. These measurements reflect a deliberately oversized, relaxed fit typical of contemporary Scandinavian knitwear design.

Construction and Techniques

The sweater is worked in the round on circular needles, making it a seamless construction that eliminates the need for sewing side seams. The raglan shaping is achieved through a series of systematic decreases worked eight times per round — one decrease on each side of the raglan lines, both before and after designated purl stitches that mark the raglan seam positions. This structured decrease method creates the characteristic diagonal lines that define the raglan yoke.

• Seamless, in-the-round construction using circular needles
• Deep raglan yoke shaping with 8 decreases per decrease round
• Raglan decrease technique: K2tog (knit two together) worked symmetrically at each raglan seam marker
• Body and sleeves are joined onto the same circular needle before yoke shaping begins, with stitches totalling 304 (324) 350 stitches at the point of joining
• Use of yarn overs (yo) and working through the back loop (tbl) for refined stitch detailing
• Cable needle (cn) referenced in the abbreviations, suggesting cable detailing is incorporated into the design

Stitches Used

The pattern draws on a combination of fundamental and intermediate knitting stitches and techniques:

• Stockinette stitch (St st) — the primary fabric stitch, worked as knit on right side and purl on wrong side
• Knit (k) and purl (p) stitches throughout
• K2tog — a right-leaning decrease used extensively in the raglan shaping
• Yarn over (yo) — used for decorative or structural increases
• Knitting through the back loop (tbl) — creates a twisted stitch effect for definition
• Cable stitches — worked with a cable needle, adding textural interest to the design
• Increases (inc) and decreases (dec) for sleeve and body shaping

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is specifically designed for BC Garn Semilla Extra Fino, a lace-weight yarn from the renowned Danish yarn brand BC Garn. Semilla Extra Fino is known for its fine, lightweight quality and natural fibre composition, making it an ideal choice for a sweater that requires beautiful drape and a refined finish. The quantity required is 150 g for size Small and 200 g for both Medium and Large, reflecting the