Davos

Davos Pullover by Donna Estin Designs

What is Being Made

The Davos Pullover is a women's knitted sweater inspired by the Alpine mountains and ski slopes. This standard-fitting pullover features a flattering length that falls just below the waist, making it versatile for wearing with skirts or layering over long dresses. The design is available in a wide range of sizes from XS to 4X, with finished bust circumferences ranging from 32 inches (81 cm) to 59.5 inches (151 cm), ensuring an inclusive fit for various body types.

Construction Method and Techniques

The Davos Pullover is worked flat from the bottom up using a seamed construction method. This approach is specifically chosen to provide additional stability when working with chainette yarns, which have unique structural properties that benefit from seaming rather than seamless construction. The flat knitting method allows for easier gauge management and shaping while building the garment from the lower edge upward to the neckline.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used in this pullover is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric surface. The pattern incorporates a stitch pattern called Trail, which adds visual interest and texture to the design while maintaining the intermediate skill level required for this project.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is specifically designed for chainette yarns in a worsted weight. Chainette is a specialty yarn construction that consists of a chain of fibers, offering unique visual and textural qualities. The pattern requires knitting needles in two sizes—larger needles are used for the main fabric, which should be sized to achieve the specified gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. Donna Estin Designs provides additional educational resources about knitting with chainette yarns through a linked blog article included with the pattern.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle more complex shaping and stitch patterns. The flat construction and seaming method require competency with basic shaping techniques and finishing skills.

Pattern Details

• Designer: Donna Estin Designs
• SKU: 1022
• Format: Downloadable PDF
• Craft: Knitting
• Sizes: Women's XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch with larger needles