Men's Stripey Raglan

Men's Stripey Raglan by Chrissy Gardiner

What is Being Made

The Men's Stripey Raglan is a retro-striped pullover sweater designed for men in extended sizes. This knitted garment features a classic raglan sleeve construction and is available in sizes XXL through 6X, with chest measurements ranging from 54 to 70 inches and finished lengths from 30.5 to 35.5 inches. The design offers a relaxed, easy fit suitable for everyday wear. A matching children's version is also available from the designer.

Knitting Techniques

This sweater is constructed using seamless knitting in the round, which minimizes finishing work and creates a polished final garment. The raglan sleeve shaping is integrated into the body during the knitting process rather than being sewn together afterward. The striped pattern is created by alternating between main color (MC) and contrasting color (CC) yarn throughout the construction. The design emphasizes ease of construction with minimal finishing required, making it accessible to intermediate-level knitters.

Stitches and Construction Details

• Primary stitch: Stockinette stitch (st st) used throughout the body and sleeves
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows equal 4 inches in stockinette stitch
• Construction method: Seamless in-the-round knitting using circular needles and double-pointed needles for sleeve caps
• Shaping: Raglan-style sleeve increases integrated into the main body

Materials and Yarn Requirements

This pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn in two colors. The yardage requirements vary by size: main color (MC) ranges from 1760 yards for XXL to 2590 yards for 6X, while contrasting color (CC) ranges from 185 yards to 210 yards depending on the size selected. The sample garment shown uses Mission Falls 1824 Cotton in color #105 for the main color and color #103 for the contrasting stripes, offering a breathable cotton option for warmer weather wear.

Tools and Notions

• Size 8 (5mm) circular needle in 16-24" length
• Set of 5 size 8 (5mm) double-pointed needles for working sleeves
• 5 stitch markers for tracking raglan increases and pattern repeats
• Stitch holders or waste yarn for holding stitches
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate difficulty, this pattern is suitable for knitters with some experience. While the seamless in-the-round construction and raglan shaping require intermediate skills, the straightforward stockinette stitch and minimal finishing make it an approachable project for those ready to move beyond beginner patterns.