Pedham in Mode at Rowan Merino Soft - Downloadable PDF

Pedham Sweater by Quail Studio

What is Being Made

Pedham is a knitted sweater designed by Quail Studio and published by Rowan. This is a classic pullover sweater available in nine sizes ranging from 71-76 cm (28-30 inches) to 152-157 cm (60-62 inches) chest measurement, making it suitable for a wide range of body sizes. The garment is photographed in Sage 019, a muted green colorway of Rowan Merino Soft yarn.

Techniques and Construction

Pedham uses fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for beginner-level knitters. The sweater is constructed using the stockinette stitch as the primary fabric, which creates a smooth, classic appearance. The pattern involves shaping at the shoulders and neckline, with the front and back pieces worked separately before being assembled. A circular needle is used to pick up stitches for the neckband, which is a common finishing technique in sweater construction. The pattern includes special abbreviations such as Pfb (purl into front and back of stitch), which is used for increasing stitches during shaping.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch (st st) – The primary stitch throughout the garment, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, producing a smooth, V-textured fabric
• Purl into Front and Back (Pfb) – An increase technique used during shaping sections

Materials Required

The Pedham sweater is knitted using Rowan Merino Soft yarn in an aran weight. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 9 balls (50 grams each) for the smallest size to 17 balls for the largest size. The pattern calls for 5mm (US 8) needles and 5.5mm (US 9) needles, allowing for gauge control between the ribbed and stockinette sections. A 40 cm circular needle in 5mm (US 8) is required for the neckband. Additional notions include stitch holders and stitch markers to manage active stitches during construction.

Gauge and Tension

The pattern specifies a tension of 14 stitches and 18 rows to 10 centimeters, measured over stockinette stitch using the 5.5mm (US 9) needles. Achieving correct gauge is essential for the sweater to fit as intended across the nine available sizes.