ORLANDO, sleeveless pullover

ORLANDO Sleeveless Pullover by domoras.com

What Is Being Made

The ORLANDO is a sleeveless pullover sweater designed as a downloadable knitting pattern from independent designer domoras.com. This garment features a structured silhouette with a fitted construction, available in five size options ranging from small to xxlarge. The pullover is designed for intermediate-level knitters and offers adjustable length, allowing crafters to customize the finished garment to their preferred proportions.

Garment Measurements and Sizing

The ORLANDO is offered in five sizes with the following chest and length measurements:

• Small: Chest 97 cm (38¼ in), Length 67 cm (26½ in)
• Medium: Chest 110 cm (43¼ in), Length 69 cm (27¼ in)
• Large: Chest 125 cm (45¼ in), Length 71 cm (28 in)
• XLarge: Chest 138 cm (54¼ in), Length 73 cm (28¾ in)

The pattern allows for free length adjustment above the bottom border, enabling knitters to lengthen or shorten the garment according to personal preference.

Knitting Techniques and Stitch Work

The ORLANDO employs a sophisticated patterning technique that alternates between moss stitch and stocking stitch arranged in vertical columns throughout the entire garment. This creates visual texture and interest while maintaining structural integrity. The pattern is worked from a provided chart, making it accessible for intermediate knitters who are comfortable reading knitting charts. The bottom border is constructed using moss stitch, providing a neat, defined edge finish.

Yarn and Materials

The ORLANDO requires DK-weight or sport-weight yarn with the following yardage specifications:

• Small: 350 g (approximately 875 meters)
• Medium: 400 g (approximately 1,000 meters)
• Large: 500 g (approximately 1,250 meters)
• XLarge: 600 g (approximately 1,500 meters)

The original garment was crafted using Sport from Campoli Roberto Filati, based in Florence, Italy. The pattern provides several wool alternative suggestions for knitters seeking different fiber options, including CAMPOLMI Eco Sport, PATONS Merino Extrafine DK, SCHOPPEL Wolle On Touch, Rico Essentials Merino DK, Cascade Longwood Sport, Lang Yarns Merino 120, and MONDIAL Sport.

Needles and Notions

Construction of the ORLANDO requires circular needles in sizes 4 mm and 4½ mm. The pattern specifies a working gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows over 10 centimeters when measured on 4½ mm needles in the pattern stitch. Additionally, the garment requires one zipper as a finishing accessory, integrated into the design.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to work with stitch patterns, read charts, and manage multiple techniques in a single project.