03 Pullover in Lana Grossa Silkhair - Downloadable PDF

03 Pullover in Lana Grossa Silkhair – Knitting Pattern Summary

This free downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Lana Grossa is part of the Classici 20 collection, designated as Design 03. It provides instructions for knitting a classic pullover sweater featuring a refined pocket detail and a delicate, lightweight construction made possible by the luxurious yarn choice. The pattern is suitable for knitters who are comfortable working from charts and managing multiple needle sizes within a single project.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a pullover sweater worked in separate pieces — a back and a front — which are then assembled. A notable design feature is an integrated pocket with a separately knitted pocket lining that is joined to the front during construction. The silhouette follows a clean, elegant line consistent with the Classici aesthetic, making it a versatile wardrobe staple.

Sizes Available

• Size 36/38 (smallest)
• Size 40/42
• Size 44/46
• Size 48 (largest)

Instructions are written for the first size, with figures for larger sizes given in parentheses throughout the pattern.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Lana Grossa Silkhair — a luxurious blend of 70% superkid mohair and 30% silk, with a yardage of 210 m per 25 g skein, in the colourway Grey Purple (col 152)
• Yarn quantities: 125 g (size 36/38), 150 g (size 40/42), 175 g (size 44/46), and 200 g (size 48)
• Needles: Size 3.5 mm, 4 mm, and 6 mm knitting needles
• Both 3.5 mm and 6 mm needle sizes are used at specific stages of the construction

Techniques Used

• Flat knitting — the pieces are worked back and forth in rows
• Pocket construction — a separately knitted pocket lining is integrated into the front piece; the pocket opening is bound off and the lining stitches are joined on a subsequent right-side row
• Stitch increases — stitches are increased evenly across a row when joining the pocket lining to maintain the correct stitch count
• Chart reading — a stitch chart is used for portions of the front and back
• Needle size changes — switching between needle sizes (e.g., from smaller to 4 mm needles) to achieve different fabric tensions within the garment
• Garter selvage — a purl garter selvage is maintained at the edges during chart sections for neat finishing

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch (St st) — the primary fabric stitch, creating a smooth knit surface on the right side
• Garter stitch selvage — worked at the edges to provide a tidy, stable border alongside chart sections
• Chart-based stitch pattern — a decorative or textural pattern worked from a provided chart over a defined number of stitches on both the back and front pieces

About the Yarn – Lana Grossa Silkhair

Lana Grossa Silkhair is a fine, halo-rich yarn spun from superkid mohair and silk. The superkid mohair content gives the fabric its characteristic soft halo and warmth, while the silk adds a subtle sheen and drape. This combination results in a lightweight yet insulating fabric that is ideal for elegant, fluid knitwear. The fine weight and long yardage mean that even a relatively small quantity of yarn produces a full-sized garment. Working with moh