Quail Studio Maple PDF

Quail Studio Maple Knitted Sweater

What is Being Made

The Quail Studio Maple is a knitted sweater designed for a comfortable, relaxed fit. This pattern is available in six sizes to fit bust measurements ranging from 71–76 cm (28–30 in) up to 122–127 cm (48–50 in), with actual finished bust sizes from 108 cm (42½ in) to 136 cm (53¼ in). The sweater features a classic construction suitable for knitters of various skill levels.

Construction Technique

The Maple sweater is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed, and worked-flat approach. This traditional method means the garment is knitted in flat pieces starting from the lower edges and working upward, then the pieces are sewn together to form the finished sweater. This technique allows for straightforward shaping and is ideal for achieving clean, professional seams.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The sweater features a ribbed pattern as its primary stitch work. The rib pattern is created using a repeating sequence:

• Row 1 (Right Side): Purl 2 stitches, then repeat knit 3, purl 2 across the row
• Row 2 (Wrong Side): Knit 2 stitches, then repeat purl 3, knit 2 across the row

These two rows form the rib pattern, which is worked continuously throughout the appropriate sections of the garment. The ribbed texture provides elasticity and a classic, refined appearance. The pattern also incorporates stocking stitch, which is the standard smooth knit fabric used for measuring tension and gauge.

Materials and Gauge

The Maple sweater is knitted using Rowan Alpaca Classic yarn in worsted weight. The pattern requires 15–18 balls of 25g each (depending on size), photographed in the shade Soft Satin 116. Knitters work with two strands of yarn held together throughout, creating a thicker, more substantial fabric.

The pattern specifies two different tension measurements:

• Stocking stitch tension: 19 stitches and 26 rows to 10 cm (4 in) using 4.5mm (US 7) needles with two strands held together
• Rib pattern tension: 25 stitches and 29 rows to 10 cm (4 in)

Needles required: 4.5mm (US 7) needles for the main fabric. Additional notions include stitch markers and stitch holders to assist with construction and shaping.

Pattern Details

The front piece begins with a cast-on of 102–127 stitches depending on size. The rib pattern is established and continued straight until the front reaches the specified length. This methodical approach ensures consistent results across all size options. The use of stitch markers and holders helps manage the various sections of the sweater as it is constructed piece by piece.