Teatime Pullover

Teatime Pullover by Afifa Knits Designs

What is Being Made

The Teatime Pullover is a top-down raglan pullover sweater designed for intermediate knitters. This garment features a rolled collar, yarnover increases along the raglan lines, and flared cuffs on the sleeves. A subtle waistline decrease creates a universally flattering silhouette suitable for pairing with jeans or skirts. The pattern is available in multiple sizes ranging from XS to 5X, with chest measurements from 42 inches to 63 inches.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Teatime Pullover employs several key knitting techniques to achieve its distinctive design. The garment begins with a rolled collar for comfort and style. Yarnover increases are strategically placed along the raglan lines to create romantic, decorative increases that define the sweater's shaping. The construction method is top-down raglan, which allows for seamless shaping from the neckline down through the body and sleeves. A subtle decrease along the waistline provides shaping that flatters various body types. The flared cuffs on the sleeves are created through the raglan increase pattern, which gradually expands the sleeve width as you work downward.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch – the primary stitch used throughout the body and sleeves
• Yarnover (yo) – decorative increases placed at raglan lines for both shaping and visual interest
• Knit (k) – fundamental stitch used in stockinette and ribbing
• Purl (p) – used in ribbing and texture work
• Stitch markers (sm) – used to mark raglan increase positions and pattern repeats

Materials and Yarn Information

The Teatime Pullover is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn. The yardage requirements vary by size: XS, S, and M sizes require 800–900 yards; L, XL, and XXL sizes require 1000–1400 yards; and 2X–5X sizes require 1400–2000 yards. The pattern is shown in Forbidden Fiber Co. Fortitude and Madam Puddifoot, both 100% superwash merino yarns. Knitting is worked on US size 7 (4.5 mm) needles. Additional notions include stitch markers, a crochet hook, tapestry needle, and scrap yarn for provisional cast-on or other techniques.

Gauge

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 16 stitches by 26 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on US size 7 (4.5 mm) needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit across all size ranges.