Mosey: Women's

Mosey: Women's Knit Sweater by Melissa Leapman

What Is Being Made

Mosey is a women's knit sweater designed by Melissa Leapman. This advanced-level garment is constructed in pieces from the bottom up and then sewn together. The sweater is available in six sizes, ranging from 35½" to 56½" bust measurement, with a finished length of 25". The design is intended to be worn with 2–4" of ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Construction and Techniques

This knitting project employs a modular construction approach, with the sweater worked in separate pieces that are later joined. The pattern features panel-based shaping, including a Panel B component whose stitch count changes at various points during the pattern. Shaping is accomplished through strategic decreasing: the pattern calls for decreasing 1 stitch on each side every other row for 1 to 3 times depending on size, followed by decreasing every 4th row. This graduated shaping technique creates a fitted silhouette while maintaining the integrity of the stitch patterns.

Stitches Used

• 1x1 Rib: A fundamental ribbed stitch worked over an even number of stitches, alternating knit and purl stitches (K1, P1) to create vertical columns. This stitch is used for edges and provides elasticity.
• Seed Stitch: A textured stitch worked over an odd number of stitches that creates a bumpy, woven appearance by alternating knit and purl stitches in a staggered pattern.
• Panel B: A specialized panel component integrated into the sweater design with a base of 49 stitches that changes throughout the pattern shaping.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Mosey is designed to be knit with Jo Sharp Silkroad DK Tweed yarn, a luxury blend consisting of 85% wool, 10% silk, and 5% other fibers. Each ball contains 147 yards (134 meters) and weighs 1¾ ounces (50 grams). The pattern requires 9 to 13 balls depending on the size selected. This is a worsted-weight yarn classification, providing good stitch definition and drape suitable for an advanced knitting project. The silk content adds subtle sheen and smoothness to the finished garment, while the wool provides warmth and elasticity.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as advanced, reflecting the complexity of multi-piece construction, panel-based stitch work with variable stitch counts, and precise shaping techniques required to achieve the intended fit and finished measurements.