Polo Pullover #149

Polo Pullover #149 by Sue McCain

What is Being Made

The Polo Pullover #149 is a unisex pullover sweater designed by Sue McCain and available in an extensive size range from XXX-Small through 6X, making it suitable for a wide variety of body types and preferences. This versatile garment features two distinct versions—a women's version and a men's version—allowing knitters to customize the fit and styling to their needs. The finished chest measurements range from 28.5 inches for the smallest size to 72.5 inches for the largest, with approximately 4 inches of ease built into the design for comfortable wearing.

Construction Method and Techniques

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up, piece-by-piece approach. The individual components—back, front, and sleeves—are knitted separately and then sewn together to create the finished garment. This method allows for easier fitting adjustments and provides greater control over shaping throughout the construction process. The pattern includes detailed instructions for both the women's and men's versions, with separate guidance provided where the two versions differ in construction or shaping.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Polo Pullover #149 features Seeded Rib as a primary stitch pattern element. The ribbed sections are worked beginning with a wrong-side row and continue for 1.5 inches, creating a classic, stretchy edge that provides structure and helps the garment maintain its shape. The body of the sweater is worked in Stockinette Stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, refined fabric ideal for a polished pullover design. The gauge for this project is 4 stitches per 1 inch in Stockinette Stitch, which is a standard gauge for worsted-weight yarn projects.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Polo Pullover #149 is designed to be knitted with worsted weight wool yarn, also classified as aran weight. The yardage requirements vary significantly based on size selection:

• Women's Version: 825 yards (XXX-Small) to 1,800 yards (6X)
• Men's Version: Yardage specifications continue beyond the provided excerpt

Worsted weight yarn is a versatile choice that works well for sweater construction, offering good stitch definition and a fabric with appropriate drape and warmth. The pattern is compatible with standard knitting needles appropriate for worsted weight yarn, typically in the US 7-9 range, though specific needle size recommendations are detailed in the complete pattern.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate difficulty, the Polo Pullover #149 is suitable for knitters with some experience beyond the absolute beginner level. The combination of basic stitches (Seeded Rib and Stockinette), piece-by-piece construction, and the need for accurate gauge and finishing techniques (seaming) makes this an appropriate project for knitters comfortable with shaping and garment assembly.

Designer and Availability

This pattern is designed by Sue McCain and is published by Vermont Fiber Designs. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF format, making it immediately accessible for digital purchase and printing. For more information, visit www.vermontfiberdesigns.com or contact 877-VT-FIBER.