Cozy knit sweater VICKY

Cozy Knit Sweater VICKY by Beemohr

What is Being Made

The VICKY is a bridal sweater designed by independent designer Beemohr. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a classic pullover sweater constructed in four separate pieces that are joined together. The sweater is available in four size ranges: 2/4, 6/8, 10/12, and 14/16, making it suitable for various body measurements.

Knitting Techniques Used

This sweater employs fundamental knitting construction methods appropriate for intermediate crafters. The garment is worked in the round using a four-piece construction method, where the back, front, and sleeves are knitted separately before being assembled. The pattern incorporates increases strategically placed throughout the body to achieve proper shaping and fit. Ribbed edging is used at the cuffs and hem to create structure and prevent curling, while the main body utilizes stockinette stitch for a smooth, polished finish.

Stitches Used

• Rib Pattern: A 1x1 ribbing (knit 1, purl 1) worked over an even number of stitches with a 2-row repeat. Row 1 (right side) and Row 2 (wrong side) both follow the *1 knit, 1 purl* sequence, creating the characteristic vertical columns that provide elasticity and structure to the sweater's ribbed sections.
• Stockinette Stitch: The primary stitch pattern for the main body, created by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This creates the smooth, flat fabric characteristic of classic knit sweaters.
• Increases: Strategic increases are incorporated throughout the pattern, placed at intervals (every 5th, 5th, 5th, or 4th stitch depending on size) to shape the sweater body and ensure proper fit across different sizes.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: Beaugency from Phildar, a chunky-weight yarn with a luxurious fiber blend of 55% nylon, 25% polyacryl, and 20% wool. This combination provides durability, softness, and a slight sheen suitable for a bridal garment. Yardage requirements vary by size: 350 grams (size 2/4), 400 grams (size 6/8), 450 grams (size 10/12), and 550 grams (size 14/16).

Needles: Two needle sizes are required. Size 3.25 mm (US size 3) needles are used for the ribbed sections, while size 6 mm (US size 10) needles are used for the main stockinette stitch body. Needle size may be adjusted to achieve the correct gauge.

Gauge: The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 20 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) when working stockinette stitch using the size 6 mm needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit and is emphasized in the pattern instructions.

Pattern Format

This design is provided as a downloadable PDF pattern, making it convenient for digital access and printing. The pattern includes detailed instructions for all four size ranges, with specific stitch counts and yardage requirements clearly outlined for each size option.