Easton Pullover

Easton Striped Pullover by Two of Wands

What is Being Made

The Easton Striped Pullover is a beginner-friendly knitted sweater featuring horizontal color stripes. This pullover design offers multiple size options, making it an accessible project for knitters new to garment construction. The striped pattern adds visual interest while remaining straightforward to execute, combining a main color with two contrasting colors in a repeating stripe sequence.

Yarn and Materials

This project uses Lion Brand Yarn Hue + Me in three colorways: Desert (main color), Agave (contrast color 1), and Arrowwood (contrast color 2). The pattern calls for bulky weight yarn (category 5), with yardage requirements varying by size. Smaller sizes require approximately 411 yards of the main color and 274 yards each of the contrast colors, while larger sizes need up to 822 yards of the main color and 411 yards of the contrasting shades. The bulky weight yarn ensures quick project completion and creates a cozy, substantial fabric.

Knitting Needles and Tools

The Easton Pullover requires multiple needle sizes to achieve proper gauge and construction:

• Size US 9 (5.5mm) circular needles, 16"/40cm long for ribbed sections
• Size US 9 (5.5mm) circular needles, 24"/60cm long for body work
• Size US 10.5 (6.5mm) circular needles, 24"/60cm long for main fabric

Additional tools include stitch holders for managing stitches during construction, stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and increases, and a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends and seaming.

Stitches and Techniques

The Easton Pullover employs stockinette stitch as the primary stitch pattern, creating a smooth, classic fabric surface. Ribbing, worked on smaller needles, provides elasticity and structure at the cuffs, hem, and neckline. The horizontal striping is achieved through color changes at regular intervals while maintaining stockinette stitch throughout. This straightforward stitch combination makes the pattern ideal for beginners developing fundamental knitting skills.

Gauge and Construction

The pattern specifies a gauge of 10.5 stitches and 15 rows per 4 inches (10 centimeters) in stockinette stitch on size US 10.5 (6.5mm) needles. Achieving proper gauge is essential for garment fit and sizing. The pullover is constructed using circular knitting needles, allowing for seamless or minimal-seam construction depending on the designer's preferred method. The use of circular needles facilitates working in the round for the body and sleeves, reducing finishing work and creating a more polished final garment.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Easton Striped Pullover is designed for knitters new to garment construction. The simple stockinette stitch base, straightforward color-change striping, and clear sizing options make this an excellent introduction to knitting wearables. Beginners will gain experience with gauge, circular needle techniques, and basic shaping while creating a finished garment suitable for everyday wear.