Peltier Pullover in Berroco Stratto

Peltier Pullover in Berroco Stratto

What Is Being Made

The Peltier Pullover is a knitted sweater designed by Tabetha Hedrick and available in eleven sizes ranging from extra-small to extra-large. This pullover features a classic crew-neck construction and is worked in a chunky yarn weight, making it an accessible intermediate-level knitting project. The finished garment offers bust circumferences from 33¼ inches up to 73¼ inches, with garment lengths ranging from 23½ to 28½ inches, accommodating a wide range of body types and fit preferences. The pattern recommends approximately 1–2 inches of positive ease for a comfortable, modern fit.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This pullover is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The pattern employs circular needles for seamless or in-the-round construction, which is a hallmark of modern sweater design that reduces finishing work and creates a polished final garment. The use of a 16-inch circular needle allows for efficient working of smaller circumferences while maintaining control over stitches. The design incorporates color work, utilizing both a main color and a contrasting color to create visual interest in the finished piece.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

While the complete stitch pattern details are referenced in the full pattern instructions, the Peltier Pullover uses standard knitting stitches appropriate for chunky yarn construction. The intermediate skill level indicates that knitters should be comfortable with fundamental techniques including cast-on methods, knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing, and bind-off techniques. The pattern structure allows for straightforward shaping to create a well-fitted pullover silhouette.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The Peltier Pullover is designed specifically for Berroco Stratto, a chunky-weight yarn. Yarn requirements vary by size, ranging from 11 balls to 26 balls of the main color (MC) in shade #12713 Pistachio, plus 1 ball of the contrasting color (CC) in shade #12701 Flax for accent details. Each ball of Berroco Stratto weighs 50 grams.

Needles: This pattern calls for size 10.5 / 6.5 mm knitting needles, with a 16-inch circular needle of the same size recommended for the primary construction. Knitters should verify their needle size by knitting a gauge swatch to ensure proper fit and fabric characteristics, as individual tension varies.

About Berroco Stratto

Berroco Stratto is a chunky-weight yarn that works beautifully for quick-to-knit projects. The substantial weight of this yarn means that projects work up relatively quickly compared to finer yarn weights, making it an excellent choice for knitters seeking faster project completion. The yarn's characteristics make it ideal for creating garments with good drape and structure, perfect for a pullover that maintains its shape.