What you'll need
| Garment bust circumference, in: | 31 | 34 | 38 | 42 | 45 | 49 | 53 |
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Cascade 220 Heathers - brown
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6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
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Product Description
Have you ever wanted to knit a sweater that will instantly “wow” the crowd? That will make you feel just a little bit regal, like the fantastically skilled knitter you are? The Royale pullover is here for you. Featuring twisted-stitch cable motifs, this is a complex but satisfying knit that will build your skills as well as your wardrobe. These many cabled twists will speed along if worked without a cable needle as per instructions included in the pattern notes. Knitted in your preferred worsted weight or DK, this will be a welcome part of your wardrobe for many seasons.
Zero or negative ease is recommended for modern style, no more than 2 inches positive ease if looser comfort is desired. A close fit shows off all of your fantastic cabled work!
Royale Pullover by Glenna C
What Is Being Made
The Royale Pullover is an advanced-level knitted sweater designed to showcase sophisticated cable work and twisted-stitch techniques. This pullover is engineered to make a striking visual impression while building the knitter's technical skills. The design offers customization options including choice of full or ¾ length sleeves and selection between a deep scoop or modest scoop neckline, allowing knitters to tailor the finished garment to their personal style preferences.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
The Royale Pullover features twisted-stitch cable motifs as its primary decorative element. The pattern includes instructions for working these cables without a cable needle, which accelerates the knitting process while maintaining the complex visual impact of traditional cabled designs. This technique-forward approach makes the sweater suitable for advanced knitters seeking to refine their cable work and twisted-stitch proficiency.
The construction employs standard pullover shaping with strategic stitch placement to showcase the cable motifs throughout the body and sleeves. The pattern accommodates different yarn weights, allowing flexibility in final garment drape and weight while maintaining the integrity of the cable design.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Royale Pullover is designed to be worked in worsted weight or DK yarn, both classified as aran-weight yarns suitable for this advanced project. Knitters will require 4.0mm DPN (double-pointed needles) as specified in the materials list. The choice between worsted and DK weight allows knitters to adjust the final garment's weight and drape according to their climate needs and personal preference.
Pattern Details
- Designer: Glenna C
- Craft: Knitting
- Difficulty Level: Advanced
- Format: Downloadable PDF
- Fit: Sample shown with zero ease at bust (body circumference matches garment circumference at bust)
- Technical editing by Stephannie Tallent
This downloadable pattern provides a comprehensive guide for creating a statement-making pullover that rewards advanced knitting skills with a sophisticated, wearable garment suitable for multiple seasons.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Designer: | GlennaC |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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