What you'll need
| Finished Bust Circumference, in: | 36 | 40 | 44 | 48 | 52 | 56 | 60 |
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Rowan Kidsilk Haze
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Product Description
Shady Side is a sweater love song to indie dyed yarn. This chic, casual fitting striped pullover is knit with fingering weight yarn and features subtle stripes created by holding mohair lace double with the main yarn. Use your favorite indie dyed sock yarn, paired with decadent mohair silk lace.
Lightweight, but with a touch of mohair coziness, Shady Side is a traditional raglan sweater, knit from the top down. Details like a folded crewneck collar and split hem add stylish notes to this casual classic wardrobe staple. The sweater has an intended positive ease of 6-8” at the bust for a relaxed fit, so choose a size that is approximately 6-8” larger than your natural bust size.
Shady Side Sweater by Samantha Guerin
What is Being Made
Shady Side is a top-down knit sweater designed by Samantha Guerin. This garment combines the construction convenience of top-down sweater knitting with the structural integrity of a seamed sweater design. The sweater features a yoke construction that begins at the neckline and progresses downward, with the body and sleeves knit separately and then seamed together for added strength and durability.
Design Features and Sizing
The Shady Side sweater is available in eight sizes ranging from extra-small to extra-large, accommodating bust circumferences from 36 inches (90 cm) to 60 inches (150 cm). The garment features:
- Bust circumference options: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, and 60 inches
- Neck circumference ranging from 14 to 20 inches
- Upper sleeve circumference from 13 to 20 inches
- Body length before hem of 10 inches (25 cm)
- Sleeve length ranging from 12 to 15 inches depending on size
- Yoke depth from 8 to 12.5 inches
Yarn and Materials
Shady Side is knit using fingering weight yarn as the primary yarn, which is then striped with silk mohair lace held double. This combination of materials creates visual interest while maintaining the sweater's wearability. The use of fingering weight yarn provides excellent stitch definition, while the silk mohair lace adds a delicate, luxurious texture to the striped sections.
Knitting Techniques
This pattern employs several key knitting techniques that make it suitable for beginner knitters. The primary construction method is top-down yoke knitting, which allows knitters to try on the garment as they progress and make adjustments before committing to the full sweater. The yoke is worked from the neckline downward, with increases strategically placed to shape the shoulders and create proper fit.
After completing the yoke, the body and sleeves are worked separately and then seamed together. This hybrid approach combines the ease of top-down construction with the structural benefits of seamed garments. The seaming technique provides reinforced seams that contribute to the sweater's longevity and shape retention.
Stitches Used
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the construction utilizes fundamental knitting stitches appropriate for fingering weight yarn. The striped sections incorporate the silk mohair lace held double, creating textural variation throughout the garment.
Finishing
The Shady Side pattern is designed to minimize finishing work after the main knitting is complete. Beyond the seaming of the body and sleeves, there is minimal additional finishing required, making this an efficient project for knitters who prefer streamlined construction processes.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | Rowan Kidsilk Haze |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Samantha Guerin |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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