Pacific Sport Marilee Sweater in Cascade Yarns - DK576 - Downloadable PDF

Pacific Sport Marilee Sweater by Tamara Moots

What Is Being Made

The Pacific Sport Marilee Sweater is an intermediate-level knitted cardigan designed by Tamara Moots for Cascade Yarns. This versatile garment is available in seven sizes ranging from XS to 3X, with finished chest measurements from 33 inches (84 cm) to 52 inches (132 cm) and lengths from 22 to 25 inches (56 to 63.5 cm). The sweater is crafted in a classic style suitable for layering and everyday wear.

Construction Techniques

The Marilee Sweater employs multiple advanced knitting techniques to create a polished, professional finish. The garment is constructed using a seamless, top-down approach, which allows knitters to try on the piece as they work and make adjustments for fit before completing the project. Sections are worked flat and in the round depending on the construction phase, providing flexibility in the knitting process. This hybrid approach combines the advantages of both methods: the ease of circular knitting for body sections and flat knitting where necessary for shaping and finishing details.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Marilee Sweater is stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a refined appearance. The design incorporates cable stitches as a decorative and textural element, adding visual interest and dimension to the finished garment. The pattern includes standard knitting abbreviations such as knit (K), knit front and back (K1f&b) for increases, decreases (dec), cast on (CO), and bind off (BO), which are essential for following the detailed instructions throughout the pattern.

Materials and Tools

The Marilee Sweater is designed to be worked in Cascade Yarns Pacific Sport, a sport-weight yarn composed of 60% acrylic and 40% superwash merino. This blend offers durability, easy care, and a soft feel against the skin. Each 100-gram skein contains 273 yards (250 meters) of yarn. The pattern calls for 4 to 7 skeins depending on size, with the sample shown in color #141 (Blue Ice).

Knitters will need two sets of US knitting needles: US 5-6 (3.75-4.0 mm) needles for the main body and US 4-5 (3.5-3.75 mm) needles for edging, with the smaller size used to create a tighter, more refined edge. The recommended gauge is 22 stitches and 24 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch using the larger needles. Additional supplies include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scrap yarn for holding stitches, and four stitch markers, with one unique marker to denote the beginning of each round.

Skill Level and Pattern Format

Designed for intermediate knitters, the Marilee Sweater requires familiarity with fundamental knitting techniques, cable work, and seamless construction methods. The pattern is available as a free downloadable PDF, making it easily accessible for knitters seeking a quality cardigan design without additional cost.