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Glacial Pullover in Berroco Ultra Wool

What is Being Made

The Glacial Pullover is a knitted sweater designed by Jesie Ostermiller, featured in Portfolio Vol. 4. This intermediate-level pullover is a classic crew-neck style available in five size options with finished bust measurements ranging from 34¾ inches to 53½ inches. The garment is designed with approximately 2–4 inches of ease at the bust, providing a comfortable, relaxed fit. The length varies by size from 23¼ inches to 26 inches, making it suitable for various body types and style preferences.

Techniques Used

This pullover employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques. The construction utilizes circular knitting methods, which allows for seamless construction and even tension throughout the garment. The design incorporates multiple stitch patterns to create visual interest and texture, including ribbed sections for structure and fitted areas. The sweater is worked in the round using circular needles, with sleeves managed using waste yarn and later finished with double-pointed needles. Gauge is critical to this design, with different stitch patterns requiring specific gauges to achieve proper fit and drape.

Stitches Used

• Broken Rib Stitch – Creates textured, elastic sections with a gauge of 19 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches
• Chevron Chart Pattern – Adds decorative, geometric detailing with a gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches
• Stockinette Stitch – Provides smooth, classic fabric sections with a gauge of 17 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches

Materials

Yarn: Berroco Ultra Wool, a worsted-weight aran yarn, in the colorway Cream (#3301). The yardage requirement ranges from 5 to 9 balls of 100 grams each, depending on the finished size selected.

Needles and Notions: The pattern requires a 32-inch circular needle in size 6 (4.00 mm) for the main body, 16-inch circular needles in sizes 3 (3.25 mm) and 6 (4.00 mm) for ribbed cuffs and neckline, and one set of four double-pointed needles in size 6 (4.00 mm) for sleeve cap finishing. Additional notions include waste yarn for holding sleeve stitches during construction, stitch markers for pattern tracking, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming.

Gauge is essential for success with this pattern: Knitters must achieve 19 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches in Broken Rib Stitch, 18 stitches and 26 rows in the Chevron Chart, and 17 stitches and 26 rows in Stockinette Stitch to ensure the finished measurements match the schematic.