Rita Damen-Pulli in Schachenmayr - S11015DE - Downloadable PDF

Rita Damen-Pulli – Schachenmayr Design S11015

What is Being Made

The Rita Damen-Pulli is an advanced-level women's knit pullover sweater designed by Käte Stödter for Schachenmayr. This downloadable knitting pattern is available in five sizes ranging from XS to XL, with finished widths at the hem spanning from 40 cm (XS) to 56 cm (XL). The sweater features a classic pullover construction with set-in sleeves, a crew neckline, and a total length varying from 56 cm in the smallest size to 64 cm in the largest size.

Construction and Techniques

This sweater is constructed using traditional knitting techniques worked in rows (flat knitting). The pattern involves knitting separate pieces—a back panel, front panel, and two sleeves—which are then seamed together. The design incorporates shaping at multiple points: armhole decreases create the sleeve cap ease, shoulder shaping provides proper garment drape, and neckline shaping creates a fitted crew neck opening. The back neckline depth is minimal at 2 cm across all sizes, while the front neckline is more deeply cut at 9 cm, creating a flattering silhouette.

Sleeve construction involves increasing stitches from a narrower cuff width of 24 cm up to wider upper sleeve widths of 36 to 38 cm depending on size, allowing for proper arm movement and garment ease. The shoulder shaping height ranges from 4 cm (XS) to 8 cm (XL), ensuring proper slope and fit across the shoulders.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Rita Damen-Pulli utilizes two primary stitch patterns:

• Grundmuster 1 (Basic Pattern 1): A four-row repeat consisting of alternating knit and purl rows (knit, purl, knit, knit), creating a textured fabric with subtle visual interest.
• Grundmuster 2 (Basic Pattern 2): A foundational stitch pattern that forms the base structure of the garment.

The pattern also incorporates edge stitches (Randmaschen) at the beginning and end of rows for neat selvage edges. A ribbed trim pattern is noted in the instructions, featuring alternating knit and purl stitches in groups of two (2 knit, 2 purl repeat), which is typically used for cuffs and waistbands to provide elasticity and structure.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern is designed for lace-weight yarn, which is a delicate, lightweight yarn category that creates an airy, refined fabric ideal for elegant sweaters. The pattern specifies Schachenmayr as the recommended yarn brand, though the exact yarn name and yardage requirements should be confirmed in the complete pattern document. Knitters will require appropriate needles sized for lace-weight yarn to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape. The lace-weight classification indicates this is an advanced project requiring experience with fine yarns and precise stitch tension.

Size Range and Fit Details

The pattern accommodates diverse body sizes with the following key measurements:

• XS (32/34): Hem width 40 cm, post-ribbing width 46 cm
• S (36/38): Hem width 44 cm, post-ribbing width 50 cm
• M (40/42): Hem width 48 cm, post-ribbing width 53 cm
• L (44/46): Hem width 52 cm, post-ribbing width 56 cm
• XL (48/50): Hem width 56 cm, post-ribbing width 60 cm

All sizes feature consistent armhole length at 33 cm until the armhole shaping begins, with armhole depth increasing slightly from 19 cm (XS) to 23 cm (XL) to accommodate larger frame sizes. The neckline opening width remains consistent at 18 cm across all sizes, ensuring proper neck fit regardless of overall garment size.