Product Description
Ripley is comfy sweater with an interesting texture that let me think of ripples in the sand formed by the sea. (Therefore its name).
The compound raglan shoulders provide a fit that flatters most figures. Panels of five stitches running down both the middle of the body and the middle of the sleeves give Ripley a unique look.
The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, textured by a tuck stitch pattern.
Skills: intermediate
Get yardage and measurements in pics.
The pattern provides both full written instructions and charts as an additional help. Just download the pattern in your prefered language and the charts for your size.
The sweater is to be worn with 3-8 cm / 2”-4” positive ease. If you are unsure what size to work or if you prefer the sweater more fitted, choose a size smaller. The tuck stitch pattern is quite flexible.
Ripley Seamless Knit Sweater by Frl. Staedtisch
What is Being Made
Ripley is a comfortable, seamlessly constructed knit sweater designed with an evocative texture inspired by ripples in sand formed by the sea. This intermediate-level garment features a distinctive aesthetic created through strategic stitch placement and is available in sizes XS through 3XL, designed to be worn with 2 to 4 inches of positive ease for an intentionally relaxed fit.
Construction Method
The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down using a raglan construction method. The compound raglan shoulders are engineered to provide a flattering fit across a range of body types. This top-down approach allows for easy customization and fitting adjustments throughout the knitting process, making it an excellent choice for knitters seeking a garment that adapts to their measurements.
Stitch Details and Texture
Ripley features a distinctive tuck stitch pattern that creates the signature rippled texture reminiscent of sand formations. Panels of five stitches run vertically down both the middle of the body and the middle of the sleeves, providing visual interest and a unique design element that sets this sweater apart from standard stockinette constructions. The combination of textured patterning with clean vertical panels creates depth and movement in the finished garment.
Gauge and Yardage Requirements
The sweater requires a gauge of 26 stitches by 38 rows per 10 centimeters (4 inches) when worked in stockinette stitch, or 26 stitches by 48 rows per 10 centimeters when worked in the tuck stitch pattern. Total yardage ranges from 1450 to 2630 meters (1600 to 2880 yards) depending on the size selected, spanning from XS through 3XL.
Materials and Tools Required
- Yarn: Yarn matching the specified gauge in weights of 3-ply or 4-ply. Pure cotton is not recommended due to its lack of elasticity in this stitch pattern.
- Needles: Circular needles in 3 mm (US 2½) size, measuring 80 centimeters (32 inches) or longer to accommodate the top-down construction method.
- Notions: 17 stitch markers in 4 different colors to track pattern repeats and construction sections throughout the knitting process.
- Finishing Tools: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and waste yarn for placing stitches on hold during construction.
Sizing and Fit Guidance
Available in eight sizes from XS to 3XL, Ripley is designed with positive ease ranging from 2 to 4 inches for a relaxed, comfortable fit. Knitters who prefer a more fitted garment or are uncertain about sizing are advised to select a size smaller than their typical measurement. This flexibility in sizing makes Ripley accessible to a wide range of body types and personal style preferences.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply, 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 27 |
| Designer: | Frl. Staedtisch |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, German |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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