Air Sweater (EN,FR) in Rowan - Downloadable PDF

Air Sweater by Lisa Richardson

What is Being Made

The Air Sweater is an intermediate-level knitted pullover designed by Lisa Richardson for Rowan. This garment is crafted as a classic sweater suitable for a range of bust sizes from 71-76 cm (28-30 inches) up to 152-157 cm (60-62 inches), making it a versatile design that accommodates multiple fit options.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Air Sweater employs fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The construction begins with a cast-on foundation using 8mm (US 11) needles, and the pattern incorporates a repeating stripe sequence worked throughout the entire garment. The design uses a two-color stranding method, with one strand each of yarn A and yarn B held together during knitting to create visual interest and texture. Color changes are managed by joining in and breaking off colors as required throughout the pattern.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure features a knit and purl ribbed pattern. The rib sequence is established over two rows: Row 1 (RS) works *K2, P2* (knit 2 stitches, purl 2 stitches) repeating to the last 2 stitches which are knit. Row 2 reverses this with *P2, K2* (purl 2 stitches, knit 2 stitches) repeating to the last 2 stitches which are purled. This two-row repeat forms the foundational rib pattern. The ribbing is continued for additional rows with strategic increases or decreases depending on the chosen size, creating shaping that refines the garment fit.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Air Sweater is designed to be worked in Rowan Tweed Haze in the colorway Winter. The yarn is classified as chunky weight, which creates a substantial, quick-knitting fabric. The pattern calls for 550 meters total (approximately 11 x 50 gram balls) of yarn. Construction uses 8mm (US 11) needles, which are appropriately sized for chunky yarn to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape. The two-strand held-together technique adds depth and visual complexity to the finished sweater while maintaining workability with the chunky yarn weight.

Pattern Format

This design is provided as a downloadable PDF pattern, allowing crafters to access the complete instructions digitally. The pattern is available in both English (EN) and French (FR) versions, making it accessible to a broader international audience of knitters.