Diana's Raglan

Diana's Raglan Knit Sweater Pattern

What Is Being Made

Diana's Raglan is a top-down knit sweater pattern designed by Toni Goldfisch. This garment features a classic raglan construction, where sleeve increases are worked simultaneously with body shaping as you knit from the neckline downward. The sweater includes a standing collar detail at the neckline, making it a refined layering piece suitable for various occasions.

Construction Method

This pattern uses a top-down raglan construction technique, which is an efficient approach to sweater knitting. Working from the neckline downward allows knitters to try on the garment as it progresses and easily customize the length. The standing collar is worked first, followed by the main body and raglan sleeve sections. This method eliminates the need for seaming, as the garment is worked in the round from a single continuous piece.

Stitches and Techniques

The pattern incorporates a main stitch pattern that provides texture and visual interest throughout the sweater. Knitters will work increases at the raglan lines to shape the sleeves and body proportionally. The standing collar requires careful attention to stitch definition and tension to create a polished neckline finish.

Yarn and Materials

Diana's Raglan is designed to work with DK weight, lace weight, or sport weight yarn, offering flexibility for different fabric weights and drape preferences. Knitters will need appropriate needles sized for their chosen yarn weight and a gauge swatch to ensure proper fit.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle shaping and top-down construction techniques.