Sunset Point

Sunset Point Summer Knit Top by Susan Mills Knits

Project Overview

Sunset Point is a quick-to-knit summer sweater designed by Susan Mills for Knitting Union. This downloadable knitting pattern creates a boxy, cropped raglan tee that combines simplicity with thoughtful design details. The sweater is worked from the top down, making it an excellent choice for knitters who want flexibility in customizing fit and length.

What You'll Create

Sunset Point is a short-sleeved raglan pullover with a contemporary silhouette. The garment features a cropped length and relaxed, boxy fit that works beautifully as a summer layering piece or standalone top. The design includes decorative I-cord edges and a simple eyelet panel positioned at the center front, adding visual interest without overwhelming the minimalist aesthetic.

Sizing and Finished Measurements

This pattern is available in seven sizes ranging from XXS to 2XL, accommodating a wide range of body types. Finished bust measurements span from 30¾ inches (XXS) to 54¼ inches (2XL), with corresponding length measurements from 16½ inches to 22½ inches. The pattern shown in the sample is size XS with a finished bust of 33¼ inches and length of 17 inches.

Knitting Techniques Used

• Top-down construction: The sweater is worked from the neckline downward, allowing knitters to try on the garment as they work and easily adjust body and sleeve length to personal preference
• Raglan shaping: Increases are worked at raglan lines to create the characteristic diagonal seams from underarm to neckline
• Short rows: Strategic short rows shape the front neck, creating a flattering neckline without the need for complex shaping techniques
• I-cord edges: Applied I-cord finishing adds a polished, professional edge detail throughout the garment
• Eyelet panel: A simple eyelet motif at center front provides textural interest and visual focal point

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, Sunset Point incorporates stockinette stitch as the primary fabric base, combined with eyelet stitches for the decorative front panel. The I-cord edging uses the traditional I-cord technique, a tubular knit structure worked on double-pointed needles or a small circular needle.

Yarn Requirements and Materials

Sunset Point requires approximately 300 to 650 yards of yarn depending on size, worked in a chunky weight yarn. The pattern calls for Tahki Hatteras, a 100% organic cotton yarn with a yardage of 109 yards per 100 grams, shown in color 14 Fog. This natural fiber choice makes the sweater breathable and ideal for warm-weather wear.

Alternative yarn suggestions include Bud from Juniper Moon Farm (100% cotton; 110 yards per 100g), Forget Me Not from Plymouth Yarn (100% cotton; 136 yards per 100g), and Billow from Knit Picks (100% pima cotton; 120 yards per 100g). All suggested alternatives are cotton-based, maintaining the breathable, summery quality of the original design.

Difficulty Level

Sunset Point is rated as an intermediate knitting project, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle garment construction. The top-down raglan method simplifies fitting, and the straightforward stitch patterns keep the project manageable while the short-row shaping and I-cord finishing provide opportunities to develop technique skills.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Susan Mills Knits, available through Knitting Union. The digital format allows immediate access and easy printing for reference while knitting.