What you'll need
| Sizes: | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
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Valley Yarns Peru - #13 Fawn
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9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
Product Description
Cultured and classy, this ribbed pullover isn't as intimidating to work as you might at first think. The larger gauge means it will work up quickly, but without the bulk often associated with a worsted weight yarn. The body is worked in the round from the bottom up, and starting the cable pattern before dividing for the armholes. The cable pattern grows organically out of the ribbing. Short-rows are used to shape the shoulders before joining them with Three-Needle Bind-Off. The sleeves are worked in k1, p1 ribbing in the round from the cuff.
Driftless Pullover by Therese Chynoweth
What is Being Made
The Driftless Pullover is a close-fitting long sleeve pullover sweater designed by Therese Chynoweth. This knitted garment is available in seven sizes ranging from XS to 3XL, with finished bust measurements from 30½ inches to 54½ inches and length measurements from 23 inches to 26¾ inches. The pattern recommends choosing a size with a bust measurement 1–2 inches larger than your actual bust measurement for optimal fit.
Skill Level and Construction
The Driftless Pullover is classified as an intermediate level knitting project, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques. The pattern is written with instructions for the smallest size (XS), with larger sizes provided in parentheses throughout. When only one number appears in the instructions, that measurement or instruction applies to all available sizes.
Yarn Requirements and Materials
This pullover is knitted using worsted weight yarn (Medium #4), with yardage requirements varying by size from 967 yards for the smallest size to 1,766 yards for the largest size. The sample shown was created using Valley Yarns Peru, a premium blend consisting of 84% baby alpaca, 8% merino wool, and 8% nylon. This fiber composition provides softness and durability. The yarn yields 120 yards per 1¾ ounce ball, requiring between 9 and 15 balls depending on the chosen size.
Needles and Tools
Construction of the Driftless Pullover requires the following needle sizes and types:
- US 9 [5.5 mm] circular needles in both 16 inch and 32 inch lengths
- A set of 4 or 5 double-pointed needles in US 9 [5.5 mm] size
The combination of circular needles in different lengths and double-pointed needles allows for flexible construction methods, accommodating knitter preferences for working in the round or flat.
Knitting Techniques
As an intermediate knitting pattern, the Driftless Pullover employs standard sweater construction techniques appropriate for a fitted pullover silhouette. The use of both circular needles and double-pointed needles suggests the garment is worked in the round, a common method for creating seamless or minimal-seam sweaters. The intermediate skill level indicates the pattern likely includes techniques such as increases and decreases for shaping, ribbing for cuffs and waistbands, and possibly colorwork or texture variations, though specific stitch patterns are not detailed in the provided pattern overview.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 7 |
| Designer: | Therese Chynoweth |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Peru is an airy chainette yarn. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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