Ship Shape

Ship Shape Knitted Sweater by Heidi Kirrmaier

What is Being Made

Ship Shape is a downloadable knitting pattern for a pullover sweater designed by Heidi Kirrmaier. This intermediate-level project is suitable for knitters with foundational skills and experience working with stitch patterns. The sweater is available in an extensive range of sizes, from XXS through 6X, with finished chest circumferences ranging from 33½ inches (85 cm) to 70 inches (178 cm), ensuring options for diverse body types and fit preferences.

Fit and Sizing

Ship Shape is designed to fit with approximately 12 to 18 centimeters (5 to 7 inches) of positive ease around the chest, providing a comfortable, relaxed fit rather than a close-fitting silhouette. The pattern was photographed in Size S2 with approximately 15 centimeters (6 inches) of positive ease. Detailed measurement diagrams are included in the pattern to assist knitters in selecting the most appropriate size for their intended fit.

Techniques and Construction

As an intermediate knitting project, Ship Shape employs standard sweater construction techniques typical of modern knitting patterns. The design features ribbed edging, with the ribbing worked in a contrasting color (C1) to create visual definition at the cuffs, waistband, and neckline. The body of the sweater is worked in a second color (C2), establishing a two-color colorwork design that adds visual interest and depth to the finished garment.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Ship Shape requires DK weight yarn in two contrasting colors. The pattern is shown worked in Berocco Remix Light, a sustainable yarn composed of 100% recycled fibers including 30% nylon, 27% cotton, 24% acrylic, 10% silk, and 9% cellulose linen. This yarn is available at 395 meters (432 yards) per 100 grams.

Yardage requirements vary by size:

• Color 1 (C1 – Ribbing): Ranges from 425 meters (XXS) to 910 meters (6X)
• Color 2 (C2 – Body): Ranges from 350 meters (XXS) to 735 meters (6X)

The pattern example uses Berocco Remix Light in C1 = 6949 ('nightfall') and C2 = 6901 ('white'), though any DK weight yarn in contrasting colors may be substituted according to personal preference and yardage requirements for the selected size.

Pattern Format and Availability

Ship Shape is available as a downloadable PDF pattern, making it immediately accessible for digital viewing, printing, or tablet reference while knitting. The pattern document includes 8 pages of instructions and specifications, dated May 2021, and provides comprehensive sizing information and construction guidance for knitters of intermediate skill level.