Sweaters in Hayfield Colour Rich Chunky - 7712 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in Hayfield Colour Rich Chunky – Pattern 7712

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two classic chunky-weight sweater designs worked in Hayfield Colour Rich Chunky yarn. The pattern covers a generous size range, fitting bust or chest measurements from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) up to 132/137 cm (52/54 in), making it an inclusive choice for knitters of many shapes and sizes. Both garments are constructed using straightforward techniques suited to confident beginner and intermediate knitters, and the chunky weight means projects work up quickly on larger needles.

Design One: Round Neck Sweater

What Is Being Made

The first design is a classic round neck sweater with a clean, timeless silhouette. It features a neat ribbed neckband and cuffs, set-in or raglan-style sleeve shaping, and a relaxed actual chest measurement ranging from 90 cm (35½ in) to 141 cm (55½ in) across the six sizes. Full lengths range from 60 cm to 73 cm depending on size, and sleeve lengths run from 46 cm to 51 cm and are noted as adjustable, giving knitters flexibility to customise the fit.

Materials

• Yarn: Hayfield Colour Rich Chunky, shade 388
• Quantity: 2–4 x 200g balls depending on size (2 balls for the two smallest sizes, 3 balls for the middle sizes, and 4 balls for the two largest sizes)
• Needles: 1 pair of 6½mm (UK3 / USA 10.5) knitting needles for the main fabric, and 1 pair of 5½mm (UK5 / USA 9) knitting needles for the ribbed welts, cuffs, and neckband
• Notions: Stitch holders

Techniques Used

• Thumb method cast-on – used to begin the back, front, and sleeves, creating a neat and elastic foundation edge well suited to chunky ribbing
• Raglan shaping – the pattern references raglan decrease rows as a set shaping sequence, working decreases at each end of specified rows to shape the armhole and sleeve head simultaneously
• Increasing (M1) – stitches are picked up between the last and next stitch and knitted through the back of the loop to create a neat, twist-free increase, typically used along sleeve seams
• Decreasing – standard decrease methods including k2tog (knit two together) and psso (pass slipped stitch over) are used for shaping
• Seaming – the garment is worked in separate pieces (back, front, sleeves) and then joined, a traditional construction method that gives structure to chunky knitwear

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch (st-st) – the main fabric of the sweater body and sleeves, worked by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side, producing a smooth, classic finish
• Rib stitch – used for the welts, cuffs, and neckband on the smaller 5½mm needles, providing elasticity and a neat, professional edge

Tension

The stated tension is 14 stitches and 19 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 6½mm needles. Achieving this tension is described as essential for correct sizing. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size accordingly — using a thinner needle if fewer stitches are produced, or a thicker needle if more stitches appear over the 10 cm swatch.

Design Two: Sweater With Hood

What Is Being Made

The second design is a hooded sweater, offering a more casual, contemporary feel while retaining the same comfortable, chunky-weight construction as the round neck version. The hood replaces the traditional n