Product Description
Drift’s Ridge was inspired by the look and feel of deep winter. Heaps of snow sculpted by harsh winds are tamed into soft, regular scallops; the chill of the season is kept away with a finely-gauged sweater knit in a cozy fibre. This is a knit that you can layer, one that extends down past your wrists into long sleeves and over your hips in a near tunic-length.
Knit from the top down in one piece, Drift’s Ridge features a seamless construction, simple colourwork, and long sleeves.
Yarn Anzula Dreamy, 75% superwash merino,15% cashmere, 15% silk, 385 y / 352 m per hank, MC: Shiitake 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5) hanks, CC: Au Natural 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 2) hanks Needles 2.75 mm (US 2) circulars or size to obtain gauge Gauge 28 sts and 36 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL, XXXXL) 29 (33, 35.5, 42, 46, 50, 54.5, 59)” / 73.5 (84, 90, 106.5, 117, 127, 138.5, 150) cm Choose the size that is within +/- 2” / 5 cm of your actual
Drift's Ridge Sweater by Teresa Gregorio
What is Being Made
Drift's Ridge is an intermediate-level knit sweater designed by Teresa Gregorio, inspired by the aesthetic and comfort of deep winter. This pullover-style garment features a near tunic-length cut that extends past the hips, paired with long sleeves that reach well past the wrists, making it ideal for layering during cold seasons. The sweater is available in eight sizes ranging from XS to XXXXL, with finished bust measurements from 29 inches (73.5 cm) to 59 inches (150 cm), and is designed to be worn with zero ease for a close, body-skimming fit.
Design Inspiration and Aesthetic
The design draws inspiration from winter landscapes, specifically the visual and tactile qualities of snow sculpted by harsh winds into soft, regular scallops. This conceptual foundation translates into the sweater's construction and drape, creating a garment that captures both the visual interest and practical warmth needed for cold-weather wear.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
Drift's Ridge is worked primarily in stockinette stitch, a fundamental knit stitch that creates a smooth, classic fabric with characteristic V-shaped columns. The pattern employs a two-color knitting approach, using a main color (MC) and contrasting color (CC) to create visual interest and depth within the design. The sweater is knit in the round using circular needles and double-pointed needles (dpns), a construction method that allows for seamless garment creation and is particularly suitable for intermediate knitters seeking to develop their circular knitting skills.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The recommended yarn for Drift's Ridge is Anzula Dreamy, a premium blend consisting of 75% superwash merino, 15% cashmere, and 15% silk. This fiber composition provides exceptional softness, breathability, and temperature regulation—qualities essential for a winter-inspired garment. Each hank contains 385 yards (352 meters) of yarn. The pattern requires 3 to 5 hanks of the main color (Shiitake) depending on size, and 1 to 2 hanks of the contrasting color (Au Natural), also depending on size selection.
Needles and Gauge
The pattern calls for 2.75 mm (US 2) circular needles measuring approximately 16 inches (40.5 cm), along with matching double-pointed needles for working smaller circumferences such as cuffs and necklines. Knitters should adjust needle size as needed to achieve the specified gauge of 28 stitches and 36 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. Achieving proper gauge is critical for obtaining the intended finished measurements and ensuring the sweater fits as designed.
Sizing and Fit
Drift's Ridge is offered in a comprehensive range of eight sizes to accommodate various body types. Knitters should select their size based on actual bust measurement, choosing a size within plus or minus 2 inches (5 cm) of their measurement. The zero-ease design means the finished bust measurement will closely match the chosen size, creating a fitted silhouette that is neither loose nor tight, and allowing the garment's construction details and drape to be fully appreciated.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Designer: | Teresa Gregorio |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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