Silverthorne Pullover in Tahki Yarns Gunnison - Downloadable PDF

Silverthorne Pullover in Tahki Yarns Gunnison

What is Being Made

The Silverthorne Pullover is a seamless, striped knitted sweater designed by Sandi Rosner. This intermediate-level pullover is worked in the round, creating a continuous garment from the neckband down. Available in seven sizes ranging from X-Small to 3XL, the sweater features a classic pullover construction with finished bust measurements from 34½ inches (87.5cm) for the smallest size to 59 inches (150cm) for the largest size. The length varies from 21¾ inches (55cm) to 27 inches (68.5cm) depending on size selection.

Techniques Used

Seamless Construction: This pullover is knitted seamlessly in the round, eliminating the need for seaming pieces together. This technique creates a smooth, continuous fabric and is characteristic of modern sweater design.

Striping: The design incorporates striped colorwork using two colors from the Tahki Yarns Gunnison line, creating visual interest and pattern definition throughout the garment.

Worked in the Round: By working in the round using circular needles and double-pointed needles, the knitter maintains consistent tension and creates a tubular fabric that requires minimal finishing work.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure is Stockinette stitch, which creates the smooth, classic knit fabric characteristic of pullover sweaters. The gauge is established at 19 stitches and 26 rounds per 4 inches (10cm) in Stockinette stitch using the larger needle size, providing a standard reference for achieving proper fit.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The Silverthorne Pullover is designed to be knitted in Tahki Yarns Gunnison, a worsted-weight yarn composed of 57% wool and 43% polyacrylic. Each hank contains 3.5 ounces (100g) and measures 185 yards (169 meters). The pattern requires:

• 3 to 5 hanks of Tahki Yarns Gunnison in color #2005 fog (designated as color A), depending on size
• 3 to 5 hanks of Tahki Yarns Gunnison in color #2003 blush (designated as color B), depending on size

Needles: The pattern calls for US 8 (5mm) circular needles in both 16-inch (40cm) and 32-inch (80cm) lengths for the main fabric, along with US 8 (5mm) double-pointed needles. A US 7 (4.5mm) circular needle measuring 32 inches (80cm) and a set of US 7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles are used for ribbed sections such as the neckband.

Notions: Additional materials include stitch markers to denote pattern repeats and shaping points, stitch holders or scrap yarn for holding stitches temporarily, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and any finishing work.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as Intermediate, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills in circular knitting, color changes, and garment construction. The seamless, in-the-round construction and striped colorwork require comfort with managing multiple needles and maintaining consistent tension across color transitions.