Sweater, Top and Hat in Stylecraft ReCreate DK - 10059 - Downloadable PDF

Sweater, Top and Hat in Stylecraft ReCreate DK – Pattern 10059

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Stylecraft includes three separate designs: a classic textured sweater, a lighter-weight top, and a coordinating hat. All three are worked in Stylecraft ReCreate DK, an eco-conscious double knitting weight yarn, making this pattern a versatile collection for intermediate knitters who want to build a complete, coordinated wardrobe of handknitted pieces. The pattern covers a generous size range, fitting bust measurements from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) up to 122/127 cm (48/50 in), with actual finished measurements ranging from approximately 92 cm to 132 cm.

About the Yarn and Materials

The primary yarn specified throughout all three designs is Stylecraft ReCreate DK, available in 100g balls. ReCreate DK is a recycled-fibre double knitting yarn, making it an environmentally considered choice without compromising on stitch definition or drape. The pattern also lists several alternative yarn options should ReCreate DK be unavailable, including Life DK, Special DK, Batik DK, and Highland Heathers DK — all from Stylecraft's wider range and all at the same DK weight.

Two needle sizes are required:

• 3¼mm needles — used for ribbed welts and lower edges
• 4mm needles — used for the main body pattern throughout

The recommended tension is 23 stitches and 33 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over the lace pattern on 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential, particularly given the decorative stitch pattern, and knitters are encouraged to adjust needle size as needed before casting on.

Design 1: The Sweater

The sweater is a full-length pullover with set-in sleeves and an all-over lace-effect stitch pattern worked across the entire body. It is knitted in a single colour throughout — the pattern specifies Champagne 1952 — giving it a clean, elegant look that allows the textured stitch pattern to take centre stage.

Yarn quantities required (ReCreate DK 100g balls):

• Size 81/86 cm – 4 balls
• Size 91/97 cm – 4 balls
• Size 102/107 cm – 5 balls
• Size 112/117 cm – 5 balls
• Size 122/127 cm – 6 balls

Finished lengths (sweater):

• Full length: approximately 60 cm to 71 cm (23¾ in to 28 in) depending on size
• Sleeve length: approximately 44 cm to 46 cm (17¼ in to 18 in)

Construction begins at the lower back using a thumb method cast-on and 3¼mm needles for a 1×1 rib welt of 15 rows. Stitches are then decreased on the final rib row before switching to 4mm needles for the main lace pattern. The lace pattern is a four-row repeat combining knit, purl, k2tog (knit two together) decreases, and yfwd (yarn forward) increases to create an open, decorative eyelet effect. Shoulder shaping is achieved through a series of cast-off rows at the beginning of right-side and wrong-side rows.

Design 2: The Top

The top is a shorter, sleeveless or cropped version of the sweater silhouette, designed as a lighter garment ideal for layering or warmer weather. It uses the same lace stitch pattern as the sweater but is worked in a striped colourwork scheme using four shades of ReCreate DK: