Rautenpullover in Rosa Kopftuch in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120 - 4809 - Downloadable PDF

Rautenpullover in Rosa & Kopftuch – Crochet Pattern Summary (Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120, Pattern 4809)

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern from Schachenmayr includes instructions for two designs: a diamond-pattern pullover (Rautenpullover) worked in a soft rose colorway, and a matching headscarf (Kopftuch). The sweater is available in two sizes, 36–38 and 40–42, making it a versatile wardrobe piece for adults. Together, the pullover and headscarf form a coordinated set with a charming, textured aesthetic rooted in classic crochet diamond motifs.

Yarn and Materials

Both designs are worked in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120, a DK-weight yarn. As the name suggests, this yarn blends the softness and warmth of merino wool with the breathability and structure of cotton, making it well-suited to a fitted pullover that sits close to the body. The DK weight produces a fabric with clear stitch definition, which is especially important for showcasing the geometric diamond (Rauten) pattern throughout the garment.

Techniques and Construction

The pullover is constructed in separate flat pieces — back, front, and sleeves — which are then seamed together. Key construction details include:

• Back piece (Rückenteil): Worked to a width of 12 (13) diamonds depending on size. After 8 rows, armhole shaping begins by leaving one diamond unworked on each side. The neckline is shaped after 11 rows by leaving the central 6 (7) diamonds unworked, with shoulders completed by crocheting an additional 2 diamonds on each side.
• Front piece (Vorderteil): Worked identically to the back, but with a slightly different neckline: after 10 rows, the central 4 (5) diamonds are left unworked, and shoulders are shaped in two steps — first 3 diamonds, then 2 diamonds on each side — creating a more gradual front neckline curve.
• Sleeves (Ärmel): The shoulder seam is closed first, and the sleeves are then crocheted directly from the armhole opening downward, worked in the small check/diamond pattern (kleines Karomuster) following the stitch diagram. The sleeve ends after approximately 18 cm, finishing at the 5th row of the stitch chart.
• Border (Pulloverborte): A decorative border is crocheted onto the lower edge of the pullover, measuring approximately 9 cm in depth and ending at the 5th row of the chart.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch pattern throughout the pullover is a diamond (Rauten) motif, worked from a Häkelschrift (crochet symbol chart) included in the pattern. The gauge for this pattern is 3 diamonds in height and width = approximately 11 × 11 cm, which is essential to check before beginning to ensure correct sizing. The sleeves feature a small check/diamond pattern (kleines Karomuster), a variation of the main motif that adds subtle textural interest to the lower portion of the sleeve. Crochet diamond and geometric patterns of this type typically rely on combinations of chain stitches, slip stitches, and double crochets arranged to create the characteristic angled, lattice-like structure.

Finishing

After all pieces are crocheted, the pattern instructs the maker to block each piece according to the schematic — pinning to shape and allowing to dry under a damp cloth (feuchtem Tuch). This wet-blocking step is particularly important when working with a merino-cotton blend, as it helps the fabric relax, even out the stitches, and achieve the correct measurements before seaming. The border is then attached to the lower edge to complete the pullover.

The Headscarf (Kopftuch)

The pattern also includes a Kopftuch (head