Shady Glen V-Neck

Shady Glen V-Neck by Therese Chynoweth

What is Being Made

The Shady Glen V-Neck is an intermediate-level knitted pullover sweater designed by Therese Chynoweth. This long-sleeve garment features a classic V-neckline construction and is available in six sizes ranging from XS to 2XL, with finished bust measurements from 33½ inches (85 cm) to 52½ inches (133.5 cm) and lengths from 23¼ inches (59 cm) to 27½ inches (70 cm). The sweater is designed with a standard, comfortable fit that recommends choosing a size with 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) of positive ease for optimal wear.

Design Features and Construction

This pullover sweater showcases an allover lace pattern that provides visual interest and texture throughout the garment. The design incorporates simple garter edges that frame the neckline and cuffs, offering a clean, finished appearance. The sweater is constructed as a long-sleeve pullover with a V-neckline, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various seasons and occasions.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The Shady Glen V-Neck employs intermediate-level knitting techniques appropriate for crafters with foundational skills. The construction utilizes lace stitching as the primary decorative element, which requires understanding yarn-overs and decreases to create the characteristic openwork patterns. Garter stitch is used for the edges, providing a textured, reversible border that frames the neckline and sleeve openings. The pattern uses both circular needles and double-pointed needles for construction, allowing for seamless or minimal-seam assembly depending on the knitter's preference and the specific pattern instructions.

Yarn and Materials

This design calls for DK weight yarn (Light #3), with yardage requirements ranging from 1192 yards (1090 meters) for the smallest size to 1869 yards (1709 meters) for the largest size. The garment is shown in Classic Elite Yarns Soft Linen, a premium blend consisting of 35% wool, 35% linen, and 30% baby alpaca. This fiber composition provides breathability, structure, and softness—ideal for a sweater with lace detailing. The yarn is available at 137 yards (125 meters) per 1¾ ounce (50 gram) ball, requiring 9 to 14 hanks depending on the chosen size.

Needles Required

The pattern requires US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles in two lengths: a 16-inch (40 cm) needle for working smaller circumferences such as necklines and cuffs, and a 32-inch (80 cm) needle for working the body of the sweater. Additionally, a set of 4 or 5 double-pointed needles in the same size is needed for any sections that require working in the round with a smaller circumference than the longer circular needle can accommodate.

Skill Level and Pattern Format

The Shady Glen V-Neck is rated as an intermediate difficulty project, making it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to work with lace patterns and multiple needle types. The pattern is provided in a downloadable PDF format, with instructions written for the smallest size (XS) and larger sizes provided in parentheses throughout. When only one number appears without parentheses, that measurement or instruction applies uniformly to all sizes.