Product Description
Huiten is a loose sweater with a pretty lace stitch that dynamize the bottom of the sweater.
It is worked seamlessly from the top down. Some short rows are worked for the neck shaping. The sleeves stitches are placed on hold and the body is worked in the round. Then, the sleeves are worked in the round too.
Gauge: 22 sts x 29 rs = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) in stockinette st with 3.5mm (US4) needles
Sizes: XS (S, M, L, XL) 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL. Finished bust circumference: 37.5 (40.5, 44.75, 49.5, 54) 57, 61.5, 66, 70.5“/ 95 (103, 114, 126, 137) 145, 156, 168, 179 cm. Positive ease about 8-10”/20-25 cm.
Materials:
Nomad Noos, High Mountain Yak (100% yak, 290 yds/265 m. for 50g), 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) 8, 9, 9, 10 skeins, color Turn on the mountain lights, or about 1250 (1350, 1500, 1700, 1970) 2160, 2460, 2650, 2830 yds/1145 (1230, 1380, 1550, 1800) 1980, 2250, 2420, 2590 m. of yarn with same gauge.
3,5mm (US4) needles or size to obtain gauge
3mm (US2½) needles
Huiten Sweater by Bérangère Cailliau
What Is Being Made
Huiten is a loose-fitting sweater designed by independent designer Bérangère Cailliau. The garment features a decorative lace stitch pattern that dynamizes the bottom of the sweater, creating visual interest and texture throughout the lower portion of the piece. The relaxed silhouette makes this sweater an ideal layering piece or comfortable everyday garment.
Construction Method
This sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, a construction technique that allows for easy fitting adjustments and minimal finishing work. The pattern incorporates short rows for precise neck shaping, ensuring a comfortable and well-fitted neckline. The sleeves are initially placed on hold while the body is completed in the round, then worked separately in the round to create clean, continuous fabric without seams.
Stitches and Techniques
- Lace Stitch: The defining feature of this sweater, creating an open, decorative pattern concentrated at the bottom edge
- Short Rows: Used specifically for neck shaping to create a custom fit
- Seamless In-the-Round Knitting: Both body and sleeves are worked circularly for a polished, seamless finish
Yarn and Materials
Huiten is designed for 3-ply yarn weight, offering a lightweight yet durable fabric suitable for various seasons. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF format with size-specific pages to streamline printing and reduce paper waste.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as beginner-friendly, making it an excellent introduction to seamless top-down sweater construction and lace stitch techniques for knitters developing their skills.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply |
| Pages: | 67 |
| Designer: | Berangere Cailliau |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, French |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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