Atwood Pullover - Sweater Knitting Pattern for Women in Tahki Yarns Classic Superwash

Atwood Pullover - Women's Knitting Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Atwood Pullover is a women's crewneck jumper designed by Susan Mills, offered in six sizes ranging from Extra Small to 2X. This pullover features a classic construction with finished bust measurements from 33½ inches (85 cm) in the smallest size to 54½ inches (138.5 cm) in the largest size. The garment length varies from 23¾ inches (60.5 cm) to 27¼ inches (69 cm) depending on size selection, making it suitable for various body types and style preferences.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs a bottom-up construction method, meaning the sweater is knitted beginning at the lower edge and progressing upward toward the neckline. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, requiring seaming to join pieces together. The pattern incorporates lace detailing as a design element, adding visual interest and texture to the finished piece. The seamed construction approach provides structure and helps maintain the garment's shape.

Stitches and Pattern Details

The primary stitch used throughout most of the garment is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a V-pattern texture on the right side and horizontal bumps on the wrong side. The pattern incorporates a 17-stitch lace panel that measures approximately 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide, introducing openwork elements into the design. Shaping techniques include k2tog (knit two together) and ssk (slip, slip, knit) decreases for fitted shaping, as well as k3tog (knit three together) for double decreases where more aggressive shaping is needed. The neckband is worked separately using circular needles in a smaller gauge.

Materials and Yarn Information

This pattern is designed for Tahki Yarns CLASSIC SUPERWASH, a 100% superwash wool yarn. The yardage per skein is 218 yards (199 meters), with each skein weighing 3.5 ounces (100 grams). The yarn is classified as DK weight, a medium-light yarn suitable for creating fabric with good drape and definition. Yardage requirements vary by size: XS and Small require 5 skeins, Medium requires 6 skeins, Large requires 7 skeins, XL requires 8 skeins, and 2X requires 9 skeins. The pattern sample shown is worked in color #17 peacock.

Needles and Tools

The pattern calls for size 6 (4mm) needles as the primary needles for working the main fabric. A smaller size 5 (3.75mm) needle is used for ribbing or edging where a tighter gauge is desired. A size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle measuring 16 inches (40 cm) is specified for working the neckband. Additional notions include stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping points, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming pieces together.

Gauge and Difficulty Level

The pattern specifies a gauge of 19 stitches and 24 rows equals 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch using the larger size 6 needles. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements. This pattern is rated as EASY difficulty level, making it suitable for beginner to early intermediate knitters who have mastered basic stitches and simple shaping techniques.

Pattern Format

The Atwood Pullover is available as a downloadable PDF, allowing immediate access to the complete pattern instructions for printing or digital reference while knitting.