Product Description
The setting sun streams golden rays over the ridge. Shadows grow tall in the late autumn evening, and most of the leaves have since dropped from the trees. Exposed lichen clings to granite rocks in the field of pale uncut hay. November warmth radiates, even this late in the day, and geese fly in wavering V’s to head south.
Sweater is worked from the top down flat to start and then joined in the round at the front when the neck shaping is completed. Sleeve sts are placed on holders while body is worked. Sleeves and neckline are then worked and bound off. Sweater is intended to be worn with 1-3’’ of positive ease.
Light Ease Sweater by Alicia Plummer
What is Being Made
Light Ease is a top-down knit sweater designed by Alicia Plummer, available in six sizes ranging from 30.75 inches to 50.75 inches finished bust measurement. This beginner-friendly knitting project features a classic pullover construction with coordinating color work, offering a versatile garment suitable for various skill levels entering intermediate territory.
Construction Technique
The sweater employs a top-down flat construction method that transitions to circular knitting. The pattern begins with flat knitting from the top, incorporating neck shaping before the piece is joined in the round at the front once neck shaping is complete. Sleeves are worked separately using either magic loop or double-pointed needles, depending on knitter preference. This construction method allows for easy adjustments and fitting throughout the knitting process.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
Light Ease is primarily worked in stockinette stitch, the fundamental knit fabric that creates a smooth, classic appearance. The pattern incorporates color work using a contrasting color (CC) in addition to the main color (MC), adding visual interest and design detail to the finished sweater.
Knitting Needles and Tools
This project requires:
- US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needle, 24 inches or longer (for ribbing and initial setup)
- US 6 / 4.0 mm circular needle, 24 inches or longer (for main body knitting)
- Coordinating double-pointed needles (DPNs) for sleeve work, or magic loop capability as an alternative
- Four stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and construction points
- Stitch holders or scrap yarn for holding stitches between sections
- Darning needle for weaving in yarn ends
Yarn and Materials
Light Ease is designed to be knit in sport weight yarn, specifically using Primrose Yarn Co Meera, which blends 85% superwash merino wool with 15% mulberry silk. Each 100-gram skein yields 325 yards (297 meters), providing a luxurious, breathable fiber blend suitable for a lightweight sweater.
Yarn Requirements by Size:
- Size 30.75": 3 skeins main color (700 yards) + 1 skein contrast color (300 yards) = 1000 yards total
- Size 34.75": 3 skeins main color (800 yards) + 1 skein contrast color (325 yards) = 1250 yards total
- Size 38.75": 4 skeins main color (925 yards) + 2 skeins contrast color (425 yards) = 1350 yards total
- Size 42.75": 4 skeins main color (1025 yards) + 2 skeins contrast color (525 yards) = 1550 yards total
- Size 45.75": 5 skeins main color (1125 yards) + 2 skeins contrast color (625 yards) = 1750 yards total
- Size 50.75": 5 skeins main color (1300 yards) + 3 skeins contrast color (725 yards) = 2075 yards total
The merino and silk blend creates a fabric with excellent drape and a subtle sheen, making Light Ease an elegant choice for a versatile wardrobe staple.
Gauge and Finished Dimensions
The pattern is worked at a gauge of 24 stitches and 28 rows per 4 inches (10 centimeters) in stockinette stitch on the larger US 6 / 4.0 mm needles after blocking. The sweater shown in the pattern photographs is size 34.75 inches with 2 inches of positive ease, demonstrating a comfortable, relaxed fit.
Difficulty Level
Classified as a beginner pattern, Light Ease introduces knitters to fundamental techniques including circular knitting, basic color work, and top-down sweater construction. The straightforward stockinette stitch base makes this an accessible project for those developing their knitting skills while offering enough structure and detail to create a pol
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | alicia plum |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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