Santoline

Santoline Knitted Sweater by Maloraé Designs

What is Being Made

Santoline is a downloadable knitting pattern for a classic pullover sweater available in 8 sizes, ranging from newborn (Size 0) through adult (Size 7). The design features a fitted silhouette with set-in sleeves and ribbed cuffs, offering finished bust circumferences from 85 cm (33.5 inches) up to 155 cm (61 inches) to accommodate a wide range of body sizes.

Knitting Techniques

This intermediate-level sweater pattern employs several essential knitting techniques. The construction includes picking up stitches, a foundational skill used to add new stitches along finished edges—particularly useful for attaching ribbing and completing necklines and armholes. The pattern integrates both main color and contrasting color work, requiring knitters to manage color changes throughout the garment construction.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary fabric is worked in stockinette stitch, which creates the smooth, classic appearance characteristic of fitted sweaters. Ribbing is incorporated at the cuffs, hem, and neckline, providing elasticity and a polished finish. The two-color construction allows for visual interest while maintaining the structural integrity of stockinette stitch throughout.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Santoline is designed for fingering weight yarn (also known as 4-ply), a lightweight option that creates a refined drape. The pattern calls for Bio Balance yarn from BC Garn in two colors: a main color requiring approximately 600 to 1090 meters depending on size, and a contrasting color requiring approximately 305 to 550 meters. Knitters will need 3.5 mm (US 4) needles for the body and 3 mm (US 2.5) needles for ribbing, along with stitch markers and waste yarn for construction.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 24 stitches and 40 rows over 10 centimeters in stockinette stitch on 3.5 mm needles after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for accurate finished measurements, which include a bust circumference (A), upper arm circumference (B), underarm length (C) of 42 cm (16.5 inches), and sleeve length from underarm to cuff (D) of 48 cm (19 inches). The pattern recommends approximately 8 to 10 centimeters (3 to 4 inches) of positive ease for comfortable wear.