Paget In Rowan Alpaca Sparkle - Downloadable PDF

Paget Sweater by Lisa Richardson

What is Being Made

Paget is a knitted sweater designed by Lisa Richardson, available in multiple sizes to fit chest measurements ranging from 71-76 cm up to 152-157 cm (approximately 28 inches to 62 inches). This garment is suitable for knitters with advanced beginner skill level and features a structured construction with front neck shaping and shoulder detailing.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Paget sweater employs several intermediate knitting techniques that make it appropriate for advanced beginners looking to develop their skills. The pattern requires working pieces separately (back, front, and sleeves) before assembly. Key techniques include:

• Pattern stitch work maintained throughout the garment construction
• Neck shaping with strategic decreases worked at regular intervals (every 4th and 6th rows)
• Shoulder shaping to create proper garment fit and structure
• Working pieces from flat construction, requiring attention to row counts and stitch placement
• Dividing stitches for front neck opening and working each side separately

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern instructions reference maintaining pattern stitch throughout the garment, indicating a stitch pattern repeat that is worked consistently across the front, back, and sleeves. Decreases are strategically placed at neck edges using standard decrease methods to shape the neckline gradually and evenly.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Paget is designed to be worked in Rowan Alpaca Sparkle, a DK weight yarn. The yarn is supplied in 50-gram balls, and the pattern was photographed in the colorway Arctic 10023. The exact needle size is not specified in the provided pattern excerpt, though DK weight yarn typically calls for needles in the US 3-6 range. Knitters should refer to the complete pattern for exact needle specifications and yardage requirements for their chosen size.

Pattern Construction Details

The sweater is constructed in pieces with careful attention to row counts. The front is worked to match the back length until approximately 38 to 40 rows remain before shoulder shaping begins. The front neck is divided by placing stitches on a holder, then each side of the neck is worked separately. Neck edge decreases are worked over multiple rows to create a gradual, professional-looking neckline. The pattern includes nine different sizes with corresponding stitch counts and measurements, allowing for customization to fit various body sizes.